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Big Island Weekly Lane Closures: Jan. 23–Jan. 29
Scheduled lane closures for Hawaii Island for the week of Jan.23–Jan.29 announced.
High Surf, Wind to Persist Across Big Island Through Sunday
Beachgoers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution.
Hawai‘i County Awarded Grant to Aid in Eruption Recovery
Hawai‘i County is set to receive $2.25 in new federal funding to help Hilo recover from the 2018 Kīlauea eruption and improve resiliency for future natural disasters.
High Surf Advisory Issued Statewide
A high surf advisory is in effect statewide from 6 a.m. Saturday to 6 a.m. Sunday
Police Seek Public’s Help Finding Hilo Runaway
Hawai‘i Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a 15-year-old runaway from Hilo who was last seen in September.
Wind Advisory in Effect Till Sunday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory statewide until Sunday morning.
Police Seek Public’s Help Finding Mountain View Woman
Hawai‘i Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 45-year-old Mountain View woman.
California Man Suffers Minor Injuries After Apparent Shark Attack Off Maui
A 73-year-old California man is being treated for minor injuries after encountering a shark this morning while snorkeling off Airport Beach in front of the Maui Westin at Ka‘anapali.
HPD Seeks Owner of Adrift Kayak
There have been no reports of missing persons in that area since the kayak was found.
COVID Numbers Continue Steadily in Triple-Digits
Four new COVID-related deaths were also reported statewide.
Hawai‘i Schools Facing Smaller Budget Cut Than Previously Projected
Federal funds recently allocated to the Department of Education (DOE) will allow for a budget reduction of 2.5% rather than the 10% cut that was initially projected.
HPD Releases Names of 25 Wanted Individuals
Persons who know a warrant is out for their arrest are advised to report to the nearest police station to avoid having an officer go to their home or workplace to arrest them.
VOLCANO WATCH: A Closer Look at Kīlauea’s Newest Lava
New eruptions at Kīlauea provide a glimpse into what is happening inside the volcano and its magma reservoirs.
Leaders Go Low at First Round of Mitsubishi Electric
Only nine of the 42 players in the field shot over-par in the first round, while 29 finished the day in red numbers.
Comment Period Opens on Hawai‘i Gaming Proposal
DHHL on Thursday opened the public comment period for beneficiaries.
Shock, Heartache After News of Deputy Prosecutor’s Death
Deputy Prosecutor Kauanoe Jackson said she never felt stronger in a courtroom than when she was standing next her colleague and friend, Sheri Lawson.
Acasio lays Out Priorities She Hopes to Tackle as Senator
Sen. Laura Acasio, appointed to fill Kai Kahele’s seat in the Hawai‘i State Legislature, is focused on addressing disparities the health care system.
Live Skunk Identified, Contained in Honolulu
A test for rabies has been sent to the mainland and results are expected in a few days.
Kaiser Permanente Commits $100,000 for Native Hawaiian Health
Kaiser Permanente commits $100,000 in hopes to help dismantle racist structures and practices that prevent Native Hawaiians from achieving good health.
