News
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.
Job Affair Brings Potential Employers to Young Adults with Disabilities
Young adults with disabilities had the opportunity to highlight their skills and land their first jobs at the state’s second annual Reverse Job Fair.
DWS Scheduled Work on Māmalahoa Highway
Māmalahoa Highway (Highway 19) was congested throughout Tuesday and will be so again on Thursday.
Highway 132 Expected to Open in November
Highway 132 is expected to open in November after it was inundated with lava during the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.
Help the Hungry through Annual ‘Check-Out Hunger’ Program
Grocery stores around the state are gearing up for the annual “Check-Out Hunger” program from Hawai‘i Foodbank.
Local Red Cross Nurses to Assist in California Wildfire
Two Hawai‘i Island Red Cross nurses are being deployed today to assist in wildfires burning out of control in both northern and Southern California.
Hilo Park to Close for Maintenance
Kuhio Kalaniana‘ole Park in Hilo will be temporarily closed from Oct. 30 to Nov. 29 for clearing and maintenance of overgrown foliage, bushes, tall weeds and non-native trees near the shoreline.
‘Mahalo’ Potluck to honor North Hawai‘i First Responders
The Waimea Community Association will host the 5th annual mahalo potluck to thank North Hawai‘i’s first responders.
House Passes Gabbard’s Bill Addressing Nursing Needs
The House passed the Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) and Rep. Dave Joyce (OH-14).
Bleached: Coral Damage in 2019 Compared to 2015
Summer of 2019 brought with it a bleaching event thought to rival the catastrophic consequences of four years ago when Hawai‘i lost more than half its live corals.
High Surf Advisory in Effect for Big Island
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
Convoys Scheduled from Kawaihae to PTA
On Oct. 29 and 31, there will be several military convoys traveling from Kawaihae to Pōhakuloa Training Area between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Police Seeking Kelvin ‘Monster’ Udac
The Hawai‘i Police Department is requesting public assistance to locate a wanted man on the Big Island.
WLC Opens Lactation Room at Capitol
The room, located on the second floor, will provide a comfortable, private space for mothers to nurse their babies and express milk.
HTA Symposium Aims to Raise Awareness on Sex Trafficking
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) and the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association (HLTA), invites the public to participate in the “Campaign for a Safer Community.”
County Program Provides Disposal of Unwanted Vehicles
This Vehicle Disposal Assistance Program will assist registered vehicle owners with properly and legally disposing of unwanted vehicles.
More Hawaiʻi Residents Hold College Degrees
The number of Hawai’i residents who hold college degrees has increased by just over 1% from 2017.
