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Flood Advisory in Effect for Big Island

At 3:52 p.m. HST radar indicated bands of heavy rainfall over several Hawai‘i Island districts.

IRS Extends Relief for HI Farmers, Ranchers

Farmers and ranchers in all four major counties are eligible for federal assistance.

HTA Grant Funds Focus on Native Hawaiians

The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) announced Wednesday it is awarding funding to 43 programs in the Hawaiian Islands through its Kukulu Ola program.

Officer of the Month Awarded to Travis Wong

Kona Patrol Officer Travis Wong was honored by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee during its monthly meeting.

County General Plan Public Feedback Sessions

The Hawai‘i County Department of Planning will host events around Hawai‘i Island to solicit public feedback on proposed updates to the General Plan.

Suspect Wanted in Puna Shooting Incident in Custody

A man wanted in connection to a shooting in Puna that left one person injured has been taken into custody.

IRONMAN Traffic Incidents Minimal Thus Far

Hawai‘i County Police Department has enforced a few citations and responded to two accidents involving triathletes.

Pa‘auilo Man dies After Tractor Rollover

Hawaii County Fire Department responded to the incident on Tuesday afternoon. They found a 69-year-old man pinned underneath the equipment.

Puna Teens Invited to Participate in Kilauea Eruption Recovery art contest

On behalf of the county’s Kīlauea Eruption Recovery, Puna teens are invited to participate an artwork contest.

Parade of Nations Marches Through Kona

There are few settings in the world where every ten feet you move, you’re likely to hear a new language.

Victims in 3-Car Crash in Stable Condition

All drivers and occupants involved in a three-car crash in Kainaliu are in stable condition, according to Hawai‘i County Police Department.

PHOTOS: Parade of Nations for IRONMAN 2019

Parade of Nations came through Ali’i Drive Tuesday evening welcoming over 2,500 triathletes from around the world.

EPA closes 2 illegal cesspools in West Hawaii

Two West Hawai‘i entities were fined by the federal government after failing to to shut down illegal large-capacity cesspools.

MISSING: William Palea, 66, Kailua-Kona

The Hawaiʻi Police Department is searching for a 66-year-old Kailua-Kona man who has been reported as missing.

LFA Nearly Cleared From HVNP Steam Vents

Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park said it’s close to meeting its goal of eradicating little fire ants from the popular Steam Vents area off Crater Rim Drive. 

Police Arrest 18 Motorists for DUI Offenses

The Hawai`i Police Department arrested 18 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the week of Sept. 30–Oct. 6, 2019.

Ige Swears in HIARNG’s First Filipino General Officer

Gov. David Ige today administered the oath of office to Colonel Roy J. Macaraeg, who was promoted to brigadier general, in a ceremony held at Washington Place.

Maunakea Rules Meeting Moved to UH Hilo

The location of the UH Board of Regents decision-making meeting on the proposed administrative rules for UH managed lands on Maunakea has been moved to UH Hilo.

7th Case of Rat Lungworm Confirmed in Big Island Visitor

A case of rat lungworm disease has been confirmed in an adult visitor Hawai‘i Island, the Hawai‘i Department of Health stated in a press release this afternoon.

9 People Taken to Hospital After 3-Car Crash

Nine people were taken to Kona Community Hospital after three-car crash in Kainaliu Monday night.
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