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High surf advisory for southern shores extended again
An overlapping pulse of south-southwest swell is expected to push south shore surf to advisory levels again by midday Saturday and through at least tonight, possibly through Sunday.
August free ‘Finding Solutions, Growing Peace’ series talk focuses on conflict as opportunity
“How can you help others move through their distress towards a path of effective conflict resolution?” asks Theiss in an announcement for the upcoming talk.
New zoning allows for 53 permitted uses in downtown Pāhoa, with guidelines maintaining rural, historic character
The Hawaiʻi County Council passed a voluntary rezoning bill that seeks to ignite business growth in Pāhoa and a bill that maintains the town’s unique character.
Mohouli Street rehabilitation begins last week of July
The project gets underway July 27 in Hilo, with work by Isemoto Contracting crews scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; completion is expected by the end of 2027.
Governor calls for lieutenant governor’s resignation after she, 4 others indicted on bribery, corruption charges
The Oʻahu grand jury’s sweeping 12-count indictment brought against Sylvia Luke, businessman Tobi Solidum, former state Rep. Ryan Yamane, former Gov., David Ige top staff member Ford Fuchigami and former Public Utilities Commission Chairperson Leo Asuncion and is tied to the state’s COVID-19 community testing program.
Prosecutors secure indictment, request accused Puna murderer Jacob Baker be detained without bail
The indictment stems from the May murders of 69-year-old Robert Shine of Papaya Farms Road; 79-year-old Chitta Morse also of Papaya Farms Road, who lived only about 500 feet away from Shine’s property; and 69-year-old John Carse of Kalapana-Kapoho Road.
Hurricane Fausto Friday Update: Risk of some impacts from wind, rainfall increasing, high surf advisory extended
While the storm is expected to weaken and there are no current coastal watches or warnings in effect for Hawaiʻi, the risk of wind and rainfall impacts to the state is increasing.
REMINDER: Candidates to speak at Democratic Party Grand Rally before votes are counted in 2026 primary elections
Gov. Josh Green, Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda, and U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda to lead a lineup of candidates set to speak with voters at Moʻoheau Bandstand in Hilo ahead of the primary elections.
Walmart hosts annual summer wellness event at stores statewide just in time before new school year
Customers can receive a variety of health screenings, connect with Walmart pharmacists and learn more about resources that support overall wellness; walk-ins are welcome and no registration is required for the July 25 event at Hilo and Kailua-Kona Walmart stores.
Hawaiian Electric monitoring Hurricane Fausto, preparing for possible impact
Hawaiian Electric urges customers to take precautions as the hurricane approaches.
News briefs for July 24: Endowed professorship, Red Hill, tourism conference and more
A brief look at news from throughout the state and beyond.
Department of Health confirms 2 new travel-related cases of Cyclospora in Hawai‘i residents
The microscopic parasite Cyclospora has been linked to shredded Iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell served in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia.
Volcano Watch: Watching volcanoes move, one survey at a time
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory relies heavily on global positioning satellite data to monitor volcanic activity in Hawaiʻi; data collected are by a combination of permanent stations and annual surveys, giving scientists a picture of Mauna Loa’s changing shape through time.
Hilo Orchid Show is in bloom, with local growers showing art, science behind the dynamic flower
The 72nd annual Hilo Orchid Show is underway Friday through Saturday at the Edith Kanakaʻole Multi-Purpose Stadium, with thousands of flowers available to see, smell and buy.
State reminds public not to post campaign signs along state highways
That includes on overpasses, fencing, signposts and poles as well as anywhere visible from the highway; illegally placed signs will be removed.
UPDATE: High surf advisory extended for south-facing shorelines of Hawaiʻi
The NWS has extended the high surf advisory, which now remains in effect until 6 p.m. Friday.
Health officials conduct follow-up testing at Spencer Beach Park
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is retesting water at Spencer Beach Park after routine monitoring revealed elevated enterococci bacteria levels, surpassing the state’s safety threshold.
2 fire hydrant flow tests planned in separate areas of Hilo, Puna
First scheduled night of July 23 along Kāwili in Hilo; second is night of July 28 along Paradise Drive in Puna.
University of Hawai‘i accepting nominations for interim chancellor to lead Hawaiʻi Community College
The interim chancellor will lead the school during the national search for a permanent chancellor.
Sports briefs for July 23: Pre-season volleyball exhibition, women’s soccer schedule, academic honors and more
A brief look at sports news from the Big Island and throughout the state.
