News
Two-Car Crash Closes Highway
A North Kona section of Queen Ka‘ahumanu closed to traffic in both directions Sunday afternoon following a collision.
Kaiser Provides $107K for State Initiatives
Kaiser Permanente Hawai‘i has awarded community benefit grants totaling more than $107,000 to two state health initiatives.
Zero Waste Big Island to Gather in Kona
Zero Waste Big Island is a grassroots, community-driven environmental group that generates and shares strategies to minimize waste production in everyday life.
Renewable Energy Proposals top 75
Pending negotiations and final approvals by the Public Utilities Commission, the first renewable projects would come online in 2022.
Paniolo Hall of Fame Welcomes 11 New Members
With the induction of the 2019 inductees in its 20th year, the Hall of Fame now includes 157 members statewide, both living and deceased.
High Surf Advisory for Big Island
Beachgoers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution.
Hilo Nonprofit Farm Receives Government Grant
A Hilo nonprofit farm was awarded a grant to support veterans working in agriculture.
Culinary Event Closes Out Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
After more than a week of festivities, the 2019 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival will be coming to an end in a culinary event, “The Grande Finale…A Taste of Kona!
Retired Officer Reacts to Verdicts in Accomplice Case
On Nov. 7 in 3rd Circuit Court, Malia Lajala was found guilty of first-degree hindering prosecution, a class C felony, and second-degree assault on a police officer, a misdemeanor. Krystle Ferreira and Jorge Pagan-Torres were found guilty of second-degree reckless endangering, also a misdemeanor.
MADD to Kick Off Drunk Driving Awareness Campaign
With the holiday season quickly approaching, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Hawai‘i are reminding the community about the dangers of impaired driving and how to avoid these tragedies.
Minor Quakes Shake South Kohala, South Kona
A Magnitude 3.1 earthquake jolted South Kohala early this morning.
Connecting Trails Reopen in Volcanoes National Park
Connecting sections of a popular trail in Volcanoes National Park will reopen today.
Big Island Weekly Lane Closures: Nov. 9-15
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced lane closure schedules for Nov. 9-15. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Diverted due to Generator Issue
DaSilva added that the problem, which sent 237 passengers and 12 crew members to LAX as a precautionary measure, is uncommon.
Driver Arrested in Connection to Fatal Bike Crash Released
A man taken into custody Nov. 6 after reportedly striking and killing a cyclist with his pickup truck in Hilo has been released pending further investigation.
Kona Coffee Cupping Competition Winners Announced
The 49th Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival has announced winners to the festivities Kona Coffee Cupping Competition.
Native Hawaiians Have Fewer Healthy Life Expectancy Years, Study Shows
Native Hawaiians in Hawai‘i have a shorter life expectancy compared with other racial/ethnic populations in the state, according to a new study from University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
Police Seek Help in Finding 2 Wanted Individuals
Hawai‘i County Police are seeking the public’s help in locating two wanted people.
Stolen Fencing at Puna Park Found in Nearby Bushes
Fencing material found taken from a Puna park was discovered rolled up and tossed aside in nearby bushes, officials report this morning.
Walmart to Host Free Diabetes Awareness Event
Walmarts in Kailua-Kona and Hilo will be hosting its free Diabetes Awareness Event on Nov. 9.
