North Hawaii News
Much of Big Island under fire weather watch beginning Friday morning
A fire weather watch means critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible red flag warnings.
Moms-to-be invited to enlist for first ‘Labor, Birth & Breastfeeding Bootcamp’
Daylong workshop slated for Nov. 8 at Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital and designed to empower expecting families with knowledge and confidence to embark on their parenting journey.
Police identify pedestrian who died following Honokaʻa collision last Sunday
Police do not believe that speed, alcohol, or drugs were factors when a car struck the male pedestrian on Highway 19 on Sunday, Oct. 19.
12 lane closures scheduled during week of Oct. 19-24 on Hawai‘i Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
Waimea man arraigned on child pornography charges
23-year-old Aceson Domingo of Waimea was charged Oct. 6 by indictment in connection with an investigation initiated in another jurisdiction because of concerns about online child exploitation.
12 motorists arrested for DUI week of Oct. 6-12 on Big Island roadways
A total of 708 DUI arrests have been made so far this year, a 7.69% decrease from the 767 made during the same period in 2024.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 17-23: Spooky season arrives with Monster Mash fun run, Monster Bash, ‘Young Frankenstein,’ ‘Rocky Horror Show’ and more
Several opportunities abound for ghouls and goblins of all ages to come out for some frightfully fun times on the Big Island during the next week. Check out this week’s top 10 now!
Public advised about intermittent military convoys between Pōhakuloa, Kawaihae
They would take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 5 a.m., depending on weather, and will consist of several military vehicles carrying personnel and equipment.
13 lane closures scheduled during week of Oct. 11-17 on Hawai‘i Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
Department of Defense holding public meeting about restoration progress of Waikōloa Maneuver Area
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update the community on the ongoing environmental restoration of the Waikōloa Maneuver Area after over two decades of removal actions on Oct. 15.
Hawaiʻi Island residents unite for #VibeHI Day
A total of 150 community-led projects reach more than 7,000 people with acts of aloha as people came together around the Big Island, opened their doors and shared what they have to care for the places they love.
Fall application round for Nā Leo TV Ho‘olono Scholarship now open
Financial aid aimed at helping empower Hawai‘i Island students pursuing careers in storytelling, journalism, broadcasting and digital or creative media to shape the future of media.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 10-16: Pumpkin patches, Truck Fest, keiki hula, heavy metal and more
Isn’t it great we live Big Island? No matter what week it is, there’s always something to do — and sometimes the mix is just as special as the place we call home. This week is one of those times.
U.S. Postal Service hiring for holiday help on the Big Island
The U.S. Postal Service is ramping up for the holiday hustle, seeking 29 new hires to join as temporary clerks and carrier assistants on Hawaiʻi Island.
Interest-free payment options available to electric customers affected by government shutdown
options include payment arrangement plans or extensions on monthly bills; plus, Hawaiian Electric also can refer customers to financial assistance programs administered by nonprofits and government agencies.
Free statewide Hawaiʻi P-20 workshops continue to support college planning efforts
Partnership between Executive Office on Early Learning, Hawai‘i Department of Education and University of Hawai‘i System aims to put college within reach for all of students and their families throughout the islands.
Hawaiʻi County’s annual Employee Recognition awards ceremony honors 23 exemplary employees, divisions
“They are the backbone of our county, and we appreciate their hard work and dedication for our residents,” said Hawai’i County Mayor Kimo Alameda.
Minor coastal flooding forecast along shores of all islands of state during high tides
Peak monthly tides will combine with higher-than-predicted water levels to produce conditions ripe for inundation of shorelines and low-lying coastal areas during early morning hours through afternoon of Oct. 10.
18 lane closures scheduled during week of Oct. 4-10 on Hawai‘i Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
Big Island police find nearly 100 grams of drugs upon execution of search warrant at Waimea home
46-year-old Joel Gorai of Waimea now faces 9 drug charges after members of the Hawaiʻi Police Department Vice Section found methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana and more Sept. 25 at his home.
