#Hawaiʻi County

New state measures involving dangerous dogs originally passed in 2024, partly due to the mauling death of a 71-year-old man who was just out for a walk on the Big Island.

Keoni Brian Paulino was charged with theft and financial crimes and a drug offense after an incident of mail theft was reported to police early Tuesday morning in Waiākea Uka.

Civil Defense hopes to connect with ham radio operators, who play a crucial role in communication during an emergency, as hurricane season begins this month.

The public is invited to the Police Week ceremonies in Hilo on Monday and in Kailua-Kona on Friday to honor the 8 fallen officers of Hawaiʻi County.

County funding priorities include: targeting households earning 81% to 140% of area median income, supporting initiatives for lasting homeownership and preserving existing affordable housing units.

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation reminds domestic travelers that on May 7, 2025, you must have a REAL ID or acceptable alternative to avoid delays at the security checkpoints at the airport.

Preparation work is being done on Māmalahoa Highway between Palani Road and Kamalani Street and on Kalamauka Road from Māmalahoa Highway to Ha‘awina Street from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. until Friday.

The one stop shop operator will oversee support services for job seekers and employers through the American Job Center.

Maui Slime Co. will provide a new, creative activity for keiki and families to do together at its new storefront opening at the end of the month.

The contribution will be used to find more investors and shore up a revitalization plan as a long-term solution that will stabilize the museum’s future.

Simon Varela, 34, was last seen in the Hawaiʻi Ocean View Estates subdivision at a residence in the 92-2100 block of Ocean View Parkway on Sunday, December 15, 2024.

Phase 4 of the Taxiway and Runway Lighting Replacement Project will replace all runway and taxiway lighting infrastructure, light fixtures and airfield signs as well as improve the electrical draining system at Hilo’s airport.

Wally Lau, co-founder of the Hawaiʻi Island Fentanyl Task Force, said of Hawai’i County Mayor Kimo Alameda: “No matter where he’s at, he is a motivator and a do-er who can excite people.”

36-year-old Sione Siale was arrested and charged following the incident Dec. 11 at a residence on Pearl Drive. He is charged with first-degree reckless endangering, 2 counts of first-degree terroristic threatening and ownership or possession of firearm or ammunition prohibited.

“Jingle Bells, Trek the Trails” is a free event that mixes holidays with health and wellness with vendors, activities, and a bicycle course for people to explore.

Families and keiki are invited to get to know their Kona Community Policing Officers over a cup of cocoa next Saturday.

Businesses, organizations and residents advocate for more “ʻāina-friendly” solutions to combat Christmas tree critters.

Mark Singletary and Cassie Hitsman leased the site of a former restaurant, but found out the hard way it had been zoned agricultural and they need to obtain a special use permit to operate as a restaurant.

Restaurants and resorts across the Big Island are offering to-go and dine-in Thanksgiving meals perfect for visitors and the last-minute planners.

Twelve young people are more prepared for adulthood after continued education, skill development and career support from the new Hawaiʻi National Guard Job Challenge Academy in Hilo.