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Landslide Closes Lane on Big Island Bridge
Hawai´i County on Tuesday night reported that one lane of Highway 19 is closed near mile marker 16.
Hawai´i Vaccine Passport Program Likely Still Months Away
A Hawai´i Senator has introduced two resolutions that would, in effect, create a vaccine passport program for incoming and interisland travelers.
Conversation Surrounding Contract Renewal Becoming Distraction, DOE Superintendent Says
Christina Kishimoto will not seek a renewal of her contract as superintendent with the Hawai‘i Department of Education.
Big Island Woman Bouncing Back Following Brush With Death on Mauna Kea
A Big Island woman critically injured in a body boarding accident on the snowy slopes of Mauna Kea in late January is recovering slowly but surely.
Large Wastewater Spill in Hilo Result of Pounding Rains, County Says
Warning signs have been posted advising the public to stay out of coastal waters from Kekiwi Point to Waipahi Point, as well as further north along the shoreline.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect For All of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flash flood watch for the Big island through Wednesday afternoon.
HIDOE Superintendent Will Not Seek Renewal of Her Contract
After much consideration and reflection, Hawai‘i Department of Education’s superintendent announced this afternoon she would not seek a renewal of her contract.
Visibility Limited on Route 132 Due to Heavy Rain, Residual Heat from Lava Flow
Motorists warned of limited visibility on Route 132 due to a combination of heavy rain and residual heat from the 2018 Kīlauea lava flow.
Flood Advisory Extended to 8 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 5 p.m.
Heavy Rain Results in Wasterwater Discharge from Papaikou Wastewater Treatment Plant
Approximately 400,000 gallons of wastewater was discharged in waters fronting the Papaikou Wastewater Treatment Plant.
DOH Reports 42 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 42 new cases of coronavirus Friday, raising the statewide total to 27,977.
Flood Advisory Issued for East Hawai‘i Till 2 P.M.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 2 p.m.
HPD Renews Request for Help Locating Missing Kona Man
Hawai’i Police are renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating a 26-year-old Kona man who was reported missing on Feb. 12, 2021.
Nominations Sought for Maunakea Working Group
Lawmakers are seeking nominations for participants in the Maunakea working group.
Winter Weather Advisory in Effect for Big Island Summits
A winter weather advisory is in effect for Big Island summits until 6 a.m. Wednesday.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Till Wednesday, All Roads Currently Open
A flash flood watch is still in effect island-wide through Wednesday.
Department of Agriculture Accepting Applications for Micro-Grants
The Micro-Grants for Food Security Program provides support for small-scale gardening, herding and livestock operations.
Mauna Loa Road Closures Begins
Mauna Loa Road, Hilina Pali Road, the Kīpukapuaulu turnabout and Nāmakanipaio Campground and cabin access roads will all experience closures.
