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Temporary one-way traffic pattern in place for Merrie Monarch Hula Festival

Traffic is allowed to flow in the makai, or northerly, direction on Kalanikoa Street between Pi‘ilani Street to Kuawa Street during the festival.

County to bicyclists in Waikōloa Road construction zone: ‘Follow the rules’

The County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works Engineering Division and its contractor, Goodfellow Brothers, are continuing work on the Waikōloa Road Rehabilitation Project, which extends from Māmalahoa Highway to Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway in West Hawaiʻi. Workers are generally on-site Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (to 5:30 p.m. if and when […]

Waipi‘o Valley Road temporarily closing for fiber optic cable installation

The infrastructure upgrade aims to enhance communication capabilities and provide improved internet services to the residents and businesses in the area.

20 motorists arrested on Big Island roads last week for DUI

So far this year, there have been 55 DUI arrests compared with 73 during the same period last year, a decrease of 24.7%.

Dept. of Transportation issues 2023 traffic fatality update

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation found that driving behavior in Hawaiʻi is improving, according to information gathered by a Statewide Attitudinal and Behavior Survey.

18 motorists arrested for DUI during week of May 1-7

So far this year, there have been 355 DUI arrests on the Big Island compared with 372 during the same period last year, a decrease of 4.6 percent.

Police: 17 motorists arrested for DUI during week of March 6-12

During the week of March 6-12, 17 motorists were arrested for DUI. Five were involved in traffic accidents; one of the drivers was younger than 21 years old. So far this year, there have been 211 DUI arrests compared with 231 during the same period last year, a decrease of 8.7%.

Police: 15 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Feb. 13-19

So far this year, there have been 145 DUI arrests compared with 162 during the same period last year, an increase of 2.4%.

Police: 21 motorists arrested for DUI

So far this year, there have been 929 DUI arrests compared with 1,007 during the same period last year, a decrease of 7.8%.

Big Island police offer Halloween safety tips

Being safe is no trick; a few common-sense tips can help make Halloween is safe and fun for keiki and adults alike.

19 Motorists Arrested For DUI

Big Island police continue their crackdown on motorists who drive under the influence of an intoxicant.

16 Motorists Arrested For DUI

During the week of Aug. 1-7, police arrested 16 motorists for DUI. Two of the drivers were involved in traffic accidents. One of the drivers was younger than 21.

HPD: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Impaired

Keep your head in the game and don’t drive if you’re impaired on Super Bowl Sunday.

Police Arrest 15 Big Island Motorists for DUI

During the week of Jan. 3-9, Hawai`i Island police arrested 15 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.

Police: Children, Crossing Guards Experience ‘Near Misses’

Motorists are being reminded by the Hawai’i Police Department of the dangers of speeding in a school zone.

Big Island Fuel Prices Continue to Inch Down

Big Island motorists are spending slightly less at the gas pump this week as fuel prices are slowing dropping.

Military Convoys from Pohakuloa to Kawaihae Harbor Next Week

Motorists are advised to remain alert on designated roadways March 16-18.