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Man Charged With Manslaughter Changes Plea
A man accused of hitting and killing a Hawai‘i County Fire captain with his vehicle earlier this year has changed his plea to no contest.
Gas Prices Rise Over Thanksgiving
Honolulu gas prices saw a rise of 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.55, according to GasBuddy’s report this morning.
High Surf Warning Downgraded to Advisory
The National Weather Service canceled the high surf warning. However, a high surf advisory remains in effect for all north and east facing shores of Hawaii Island through Monday.
3 Fugitives Found in Volcano Home
Two fugitives were taken into custody early this morning at a residence in Volcano.
Hilo Beaches Close Amid High Surf Warning
Bayfront Highway is currently closed as the National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning for north and east facing shores.
High Surf Advisory Issued for North, East Facing Shores
The National Weather Service issued a high surf advisory this evening through Monday.
Council Members to Begin Discussions on Energy Code
For the first time, the Department of Public Works sought input from industry professionals in a code adoption process regarding Hawaii County’s energy code.
Hirono Co-Introduces Bill to Fight Homelessness
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono co-introduced a bill with the goal of increasing federal investment programs to alleviate homelessness and poverty.
UH-Hilo to Celebrate Opening, Blessing of Pharmacy School Building
University of Hawai‘i in Hilo will be holding a grand opening and blessing ceremony for the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy Building this week.
State Looks to Increase Recruitment, Retention of School Teachers
The state will be looking at implementing new retention and recruitment strategies in an effort to tackle Hawai‘i’s teacher shortage problem.
Flight Operations Scheduled in Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announces the following upcoming flight plans for December.
HPD Provides Tips Against Theft During Holiday Shopping
With the holiday season now in full swing, Hawaiʻi Island police advises the public to take precautions against car theft, identity theft and the theft of items from within vehicles.
Rep. Case Calls on Federal Government to Address COFA
A Hawaii Island congressman is calling on the federal government to fully reimburse the state for the cost of providing public services to migrants from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Republic of Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia, all designated as Freely Associated States.
Officer Recognized for Proactive Efforts in Finding Wanted Persons, Drugs
The East Hawaiʻi Aloha Exchange Club has named Officer Christopher Jelsma as the “Officer of the Month” for October.
Annual Tsunami Drill to Take Place at Hilo Airport
The Hilo International Airport (ITO) will host the state’s annual tsunami evacuation exercise next week
Big Island Road Closures: Nov. 30-Dec. 6
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has issued road and lane closures for the week of Nov. 30 to Dec. 6. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.
High Wind Advisory Issued For Parts of Big Island
The National Weather Service has issued a high wind advisory for Hawaii Island throughout the day.
Maunakea Enforcement Results in 3 Arrests, 329 Citations
The traffic initiative on Maunakea began on Aug. 15.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
Autopsy of 4-Year-Old Says She Died of Stabbing
Detectives from the Area I Juvenile Aid Section are continuing the investigation.
