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Police investigate fatal single-vehicle ATV collision in Honokaʻa

Police responded to a collision that involving an all-terrain vehicle that resulted in a man’s death late Saturday night in Honokaʻa.

High-speed crash in Hilo claims life of 20-year-old driver

Jordan Grant, 20, died in a high-speed crash on Pāuaʻi Street. Police believe that both speed and alcohol contributed to the incident.

Man identified in last week’s fatal two-vehicle crash in Hilo

Michael Taione, a 26-year-old from Maui, was identified as the driver of a truck who was killed after crossing the centerline and striking another vehicle head on.

Paʻauilo man arrested after jumping into Hilo Bay to evade police

Jeremy Rios was later apprehended and arrested for assault, burglary and outstanding warrants.

Business Monday: New Kona beverage startup features bubbly alcohol-free drink

Being created and canned in the Kona Brewing Co. distillery in Kona, the beverage is sold in stores statewide.

Taro, beer and more: Several new state laws go on the books New Year’s Day

Courts will also have more power to prevent abusers who use the system to continue to attack and abuse their victims and keiki who are 14 years old will be able to authorize their consent for health care and services surrounding pregnancy, family planning and sexually transmitted infections. These laws and more go into effect Jan. 1 as the Hawai‘i Legislature gears up for its 2025 session, which starts Jan. 15.

Business Monday: Ola Brew resurrecting Hawai‘i spirit ‘Ōkolehao

Known for its beers, hard seltzers and hard juices, Ola Brew was awarded the prestigious “Best in Class” award on Oct. 6 for its ‘Ōkolehao, a distilled spirit of Hawai’i, at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Big Island poll results: Everyone has an opinion when it comes to legalizing marijuana

There was one overwhelming opinion on the matter.