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HPD Arrests Man After Ramming Police Vehicle
At the time of arrest for these offenses, Gonzado was on supervised release for prior similar felony offenses.
Volcano Watch: Remembering The Thanksgiving Eve Breakout From 2007
Although the TEB flow was much less destructive than the 2018 LERZ eruption, it nevertheless threatened homes in lower Puna for months.
COVID Taking Emotional Toll on Hawai‘i Island Keiki
Hawai‘i Island hospitals are seeing spikes of depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts among keiki as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to drag on.
Coast Guard Wraps Up Trial of Unmanned Surface Vehicles Off Hawai‘i
The future of US Coast Guard operations in remote regions could include unmanned watercraft.
Hawai‘i Reports 2 COVID-Related Deaths Wednesday, While Big Island Sees Only 2 New Cases
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 103 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2%.
Hurricane Season 2020 Recap
The 2020 hurricane season featured two tropical cyclones in the Central Pacific Hurricane Center area of responsibility, which is below the seasonal average.
Police Seek Teen Runaway From Pāhoa
Big Island authorities are searching for a juvenile runaway from Pāhoa.
Hilo Scrap Metal, Appliance Drop-Off Area Closed
The Scrap Metal and Appliance drop-off area at the Hilo Transfer Station is closed today and Thursday and is expected to reopen on Friday.
Construction Begins for Villages of Laʻi ʻŌpua Rentals
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) has broken ground on the vertical construction of 60 homes within the Villages of Laʻi ʻŌpua in Kealakehe for the Department’s second Rent-With-Option-To-Purchase project.
County to Receive Federal Funding for Repairs After Hurricane Lane
Hawai‘i County will receive $2,246,668.50 in new federal funding to repair Old Māmalahoa Highway after severe flood damage from Hurricane Lane in 2018.
UH Community Colleges Extend Admissions Deadline
There’s still time to enroll for those interested in community college somewhere in the Hawaiian Islands.
Coldwell Banker Conducting Big Island Food Drive
Supporters are asked to drop off non-perishable items including canned goods, rice, and any other packaged food materials.
Kaua‘i Mayor Proposes Rule to Temporarily Opt Out of State’s Pre-Travel Testing Program
Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami has submitted a proposal to Gov. David Ige requesting a temporary pause to the Garden Island’s participation in the state’s Safe Travels pre-travel testing program.
Keawe-Wailuku Bridge to Close for Repainting
The Department of Public Works will begin work on the Keawe-Wailuku Bridge on Dec. 1-4, weather conditions permitting.
Free COVID Drive-Through Testing Scheduled at Kea‘au High School
Free drive-through COVID-19 testing will be provided at Kea‘au High School in Puna on Nov. 28 from 1-5 p.m.
Pandemic Continues to Ravage Hawai‘i Tourism Numbers
During October 2020, a total of 76,613 visitors traveled to Hawai‘i by air service, compared to 796,191 visitors who came by air service and cruise ships in October 2019.
Authorities Continue Search for Missing Honaunau Man
Hawaiʻi Police are renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating Lester Keala Lorenz, of Honaunau.
DWS Extends In-Person Appointment Only Policy
The Department of Water Supply (DWS), will continue offering in-person services by appointment only through Dec. 31, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Federal Jury Finds Kaneohe Man Guilty of Attempting to Entice a Minor
A Kaneohe man was found guilty by a federal jury for attempting to entice a minor.
