News
Warning Siren Tests Thursday, Friday
This is a Civil Defense Outdoor Warning Siren message for Thursday, Oct. 31 at noon.
Visitor Spending Down on Big Island, HTA Stats Show
Hawai‘i Island reported declines in visitor and daily spending but an increase in visitor arrivals.
HPD Issues 454 Additional Traffic Citations on Maunakea
The additional citations are for the weeklong period of Oct. 24 to date.
Hawai‘i County Among Least Affordable Places to Live in US
Hawai‘i County was ranked in the top 10 among the least affordable midsize counties for renters.
Gov. Dean Endorses Kahele for Congress
Gov. Howard Dean, former Chair of the Democratic National Committee, endorsed Senator Kai Kahele on Wednesday in his bid for Congress.
Kona Historical Society Announces Farm Fest
Kona Historical Society (KHS) will host Farm Fest on Sunday, Nov. 10 at the Kona Coffee Living History Farm in Captain Cook.
Students Win Essay Contest on Value of Community Service
Seven essay contest winners, including a Konawaena High School student, were recognized at the 2019 Pro Bono Celebration in the Hawai‘i Supreme Courtroom.
Gabbard Resolution for Release of 9/11 Info
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is demanding transparency for the 9/11 attacks.
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.
Hilo Structure Fire Destroys 1 Home, Damages 2 Others
Hawai‘i Fire Department reports a structure fire in the Wainaku area of Hilo. Currently Pueo Street is closed.
HPD Asks for Help to Identify Sexual Assault Suspect
The incident involves an adult female that occurred on June 15 in the area of Banyan Drive, Hilo.
HPD to Hire New Officers
HPD will soon be filling the vacancies and is looking for qualified people with a desire to serve the Big Island community.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Finding Hilo Teen
Hawai‘i County Police are searching for a 17-year-old Hilo teen reported as missing.
HPD Renews Request for Help Finding Missing Man
Hawaiʻi County Police Department is renewing its request for the public’s help in locating 30-year-old Tyler Gorloff, who was reported as missing.
Red Cross Offers Halloween Safety Tips
We’re on the eve of Halloween. While the holiday is packed with costumes, candy and fun, the American Red Cross put out some tips on how to help keep kids safe while enjoying the festivities.
HPD Announces 14 Promotions
Hawaii County Police Department announced several promotions that will go into effect on Nov. 1.
Rainfall Brings Harmful Bacterias to Hilo Bay, Study Shows
A new study conducted by a team of scientists at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo has found staph and fecal bacteria in Hilo Bay increase with rainfall and river discharge.
More Parking Stalls to be Added at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will add 20 new parking stalls to the overflow parking lot east of Kīlauea Visitor Center.
Flood Advisory Issued for Hāmākua Coast, Hilo, Puna Districts
The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for the Hāmākua Coast and the Hilo and Puna Districts.
HPD Seeks Escaped Convict
The suspect was last seen at the Hale Nani correctional facility on Oct. 1 at about 10 a.m.
