North Hawai‘i News
West Hawai’i Homes, UH-Hilo Named AIA Award Recipients
The American Institute of Architects, Honolulu Chapter named four Big Island structures as winners of the 57th Annual Design Award for their architectural design in 2015.
ACT Scores Improve Statewide
A state-wide two percent increase of ACT scores was noted in the Condition of College & Career Readiness 2015 report, released by ACT Wednesday.
UPDATE: Hurricane Ignacio Strengthening, Tropical Storm Jimena Forms
The National Hurricane Center is tracking Hurricane Ignacio and Tropical Storm Jimena.
Emergency Quarantine Measure Taken Against Ohia Wilt
An emergency quarantine measure has been set in place to combat the fight against Ohia Wilt on the Big Island.
UPDATE: Man Wanted on California Extradition Located
The Hawai’i Police Department has located 40-year-old Sean Rutledge.
State-Wide Flash Flood Watch Extended
A Flash Flood Watch for the entire state has been extended through Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Big Island Non-Profit Director Receives ‘Ho’okele Award’
Richard Taaffe, Executive Director at West Hawai’i Community Center in Kona, was honored by the Hawai’i Community Foundation at the 14th annual Ho’okele Awards.
Tropical Storm Ignacio Forms in the East Pacific
The National Hurricane Center is tracking newly-formed Tropical Storm Ignacio, the ninth named storm of the 2015 hurricane season.
Big Island Students Receive 2015 HAB Scholarship
Two Big Island students were among 22 statewide to receive the Hawai’i Association of Broadcasters, Inc. 2015 award.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Statistics regarding arrests for driving under the influence and major vehicle accidents are down compared to last year, but traffic fatalities have jumped.
Catholic Cardinal Arrested for Driving Under the Influence
William Joseph Levada, 79, of Menlo Park Calif., was arrested and charged for driving under the influence.
New Tropical Depression Develops in Eastern Pacific
As of the 8:00 p.m. National Hurricane Center tropical system advisory a new tropical depression has developed in the East Pacific. Tropical Depression 12-E…
Big Island Students Earn Free Textbooks
Two Big Island students are the recipients of free textbooks as part of the University of Hawai’i’s “15 to Finish” promotion, in partnership with UH Bookstores.
Waimea Man Sought on Warrants
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a 37-year-old Jacob Kawaa Freebairn on six bench warrants for contempt of court.
HI-EMA: Severe Weather Expected to Continue
The Hawai’i Emerency Management Agency, in coordination with other agencies, continues to maintain a watchful eye on current and potential severe weather.
Red Cross Prepared for Potential Flooding
Over the weekend, hundreds of volunteers were rounded up throughout the state as the American Red Cross Hawai’i chapter prepared for potential severe weather.
Brown Water Advisory Issued
Heavy rainfall throughout the state has caused the Department of Health to issue a state-wide Brown Water Advisory.
UPDATE: Highway 11 Opened to All Traffic
The Hawai’i Police Department reports that Highway 11 between the 58 and 59 mile markers is now open to all traffic.
Scheduled Lane Closures Aug. 24-28
The Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for the week of Aug. 24.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 7:45 p.m.
Heavy rain in areas of the Big Island have triggered Flash Flood and Flood Advisory Warnings.
