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Learning from the 1984 eruption of Mauna Loa
HVO monitored Mauna Loa’s 1984 eruption from the ground and air, but adverse weather would sometimes prevent visual observations, and therefore eruption updates
Big Island Man Faces Several Charges in Connection to Vehicle Theft
An Ocean View man is facing several charges stemming from an alleged vehicle theft.
Eviction Moratorium to End in August, Mediation Now a Requirement
Hawai´i Governor David Ige on Thursday announced the end of the state’s moratorium on evictions due to lack of payment after keeping it in place for approximately 16 months.
Wanted Man Turns Himself In, Charged With Assault
A man sought for questioning in connection to an assault in Hilo turned himself in Wednesday evening, July 14.
Hawai‘i Sees Largest Daily Virus Spike in Months
To date, more than 65% of state residents have begun their vaccination schedules, while nearly 59% are considered fully vaccinated.
All Public School Students to Receive Free Meals During Upcoming School Year
All Hawai‘i public school students will receive free breakfast and lunch meals for the entirety of the upcoming 2021-22 school year, officials announced Thursday, July 15.
Final Round of Virtual Public Meetings Scheduled for Comments on Transportation Improvement Program
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation will be holding its second and final round of virtual public informational meetings on Hawai‘i Island and Kaua‘i to discuss and solicit comments on the draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for federal fiscal years 2022-25.
Kona Commons to Host July Job Fair
Both full-time and part-time employment opportunities are available.
Update: Hilo Road Reopens After Traffic Crash
A portion of Kalanianaole Avenue is shut down due to a traffic crash near Onekahakaha Street this morning.
4 Big Island Hospitals Set to Receive Federal Funding
Four Hawai‘i Island hospitals are set to receive federal funding from the American Rescue Plan.
HCCC COVID-19 Outbreak Drops to 5 Active Inmate Cases
The COVID-19 outbreak within Hawaii Community Correctional Center continues to wind down with authorities reporting three more inmates recovering from the virus.
Police Seek Help Locating Wanted Man
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating a man wanted for questioning in connection with a Hilo assault that occurred Monday, July 12.
HPD Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Robbery Suspect
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in a reported robbery in Kea‘au on Sunday, June 20, 2021.
Brush Fire Continues to Spread Across Kohala, HFD Makes Containment Progress
Updates will continue as HFD works to extinguish the fire.
PTA Fire Truck Catches Fire on Saddle Road
The Pōhakuloa Fire Department is down a truck after one caught fire on Daniel K. Inouye Highway, also known as Saddle Road, this morning, July 14.
Removal of Invasive Vegetation to Temporarily Close Historic Park
Temporary closures are scheduled this month at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park while crews remove invasive, non-native vegetation.
Passing Motorist Alerts HFD to Blaze at Hilo Home
A fire spotted in front of a Hilo home, Tuesday, July 13, was quickly extinguished after a Good Samaritan driving by noticed the smoke and flames and called 911.
