North Hawai‘i News
UPDATE: Tsunami Advisory Issued Warning of Strong Currents
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said no significant tsunami is expected from the Chilean earthquake, but strong currents could be generated.
Physicians Selected for Hilo Residency Program
The four doctors comprise the first class at the Hawaii Island Family Residency Program, which is designed to counter the island’s growing physician shortage.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended for East Hawaii
The unstable atmosphere left behind by a low-pressure trough was still prompting flood advisories in both East and West Hawaii.
Flooding, Possible Thunderstorms, Predicted Through Saturday
A low-pressure system moving south over the islands is expected to bring heavy rains and the perhaps even hail over the state through at least Saturday night.
Police Release March 28 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Teen Missing From Her Hilo Home Since January
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Ululihi Watson-Hamilton.
State’s Permit Requirement for Protests Unconstitutional, ACLU Says
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit in federal court charging that the state rules violate the First Amendment of the US Constitution.
Census Says Kauai Leading Growth, Hawaii County Third
The US Census Bureau said the Big Island trails both Kauai and Maui counties when it comes to recent population increases.
Funding Extended for UH-Hilo Tropical Ecosystem Research
The $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation funds the Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science Program for another five years.
PISCES to Unveil Robotic Rover and Its Uses Friday
The Hilo-based space research facility will brief state lawmakers on its plans for the Canadian-built vehicle.
Saturday is Final Day of 2014 Humpback Whale Count
The count, which helps researchers monitor the whale population, is held on the last Saturday in January, February and March — peak whale season in Hawaii.
Police Looking to Identify Assault Suspects
Two men are wanted in connection with an alleged attack on a 51-year-old man early Monday near the intersection of Kilauea Avenue and Aupuni Street.
Papaikou Resident Finalist in Innovation Competition
John Burns, a graduate student in marine biology, wants to provide waterproof computers to reef-watchers.
Honoka`a Park Gets New Playground Equipment
The $295,000 project is part of ongoing efforts to improve playground equipment for Big Island keiki.
VIDEO: New Satellite Providing Greater Insight on Rainfall
The Global Precipitation Measurement spacecraft augments the mission of a satellite launched in 1997 to study rainfall in the tropics.
16-Year-Old Mountain View Boy Missing
Police are looking for Rillian Woods, who was last seen Feb. 28 in Nanawale Estates.
Culinary Arts Classic Set for April 4
The renowned event held by the Hawaii Community College Culinary Arts Program provides food for both the palate and the eye.
Correa, Okinaka Honored for Service to Community
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaii last week issued its awards for police officer and firefighter of the year.
Flooding Closes Waipio Valley Road
More than 8 inches of rainfall over the past day has resulted in the closing of the valley’s steep access road to all but local residents.
Ashida, Yoshimoto Among Candidates for District Court Judgeship
The county’s corporation counsel and the chairman of the Hawaii County Council are among six nominees from the Judicial Selection Commission.
