North Hawaii News

Water Supply crews are fixing a leaking waterline near Camp Honokaia until 2:30 p.m. today. Fire hydrant flow tests are slated for tonight and the night of March 25 in different locations in Kailua-Kona. And learn more about the annual keiki poster contest.

There have been 186 DUI arrests on the island in 2025, an increase of nearly 3% from the 181 motorists arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant by the same time in 2024. Another 15 drivers, including 6 who were not even legally old enough to drink, were arrested the week of March 3-9.

Chef Jasmine Silverstein says her Meals in a HeartBeet business is “locally sourced, but globally inspired.”

The suspect, who reportedly shot a police officer in Hilo, eluded capture till Sunday afternoon.

Beamer Solomon Halau O Po’ohala will explore the backstories of Hawaiʻi’s great historic leaders and current community leaders during the annual ʻEia Ka Hula on Saturday, March 22 in Waimea.

Hawai‘i Island police think Lucrisia, who is wanted for first-degree attempted murder, might be injured based on evidence collected at the scene of Friday’s shooting, which happened in the parking lot outside First Hawaiian Bank near Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo.

FBI matches U.S. Marshals Service reward offer for total of $20,000, Hawai‘i Island Crime Stoppers also continues to provide up to $1,000 reward as search continues for 39-year-old Christopher Lucrisia of Puna, who reportedly shot Big Island police officer twice Friday morning

Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda, Hawai‘i Police Chief Ben Moszkowicz vow to bring Christopher Lucrisia, who is considered to be armed and dangerous, into custody. Meanwhile, Silas Zion, who drove the truck they fled in after the shooting, was arrested Friday evening.

Tour participants learn about the scientific, cultural and environmental importance of the mauna and then actually visit the inside of one of the telescopes atop the summit.

Whether it’s dancing, fashion, live music or even gaming, there’s something happening on the Big Island during the next week we’re sure anyone can enjoy. Check out the top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!

Surveillance of avian influenza, or bird flu, continues, and while no other birds have become ill from the virus, it has been detected in waste water on the Big Island and Kauaʻi. So officials, out of an abundance of caution, said extending the pause is prudent at this time.

Andrew Amon, 29, is wanted for four outstanding warrants for his arrest and for questioning in regards to other investigations ongoing in the Hawaiʻi Ocean View Estates subdivision.

Mayor Kimo Alameda signed contracts with Hawaiʻi Government Employees Association and Hawaiʻi Fire Fighters Association this week to provide their members 2 years of hazard pay. Tentative agreements are being finalized with State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers and United Public Workers.

Kiane Prietto from Kanu o ka ʻĀina hopes to end Hawaiʻi’s tenure as the extinction capital of the world as she vies for the title of: “America’s Favorite Teacher.”

Hawai‘i Police Department officers have made a total of 171 arrests of motorists driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the first two full months of the year. While it’s just 3 more than during the same time period in 2024, it represents a 1.8% hike in DUI citations.

Members of the Alameda Cabinet expected to participate include the full spectrum of county programs and services, from Parks and Recreation and Environmental Management to Planning, Public Works, Mass Transit, emergency services and more.

Many of the events and activities around the Big Island during the next week will focus on tradition, talent and taddies. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do now!

Communities can address vulnerabilities and prepare for emergencies through the expanding Vibrant Hawaiʻi Resilience Hub network.

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu expect east winds to continue at 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, for north, south, southeastern and interior portions of the island, including North and South Kohala as well as parts of Kaʻū and Puna.

The program currently operates 92 classrooms on 74 Hawai‘i Department of Education campuses statewide.