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April 26, 2024 · 11:43 AM
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April 26, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Volcano Watch — Introducing HVO’s new online eruption map
The web map went online back in March to be ready for the next eruption, but most of the sub-layers are currently empty, with the intention that map features will be populated when a new eruption starts at any of Hawaii’s volcanoes.
April 26, 2024 · 1:00 AM
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Multiple witnesses confirmed the pedestrian was standing by the stop sign before running into the road in front of the pickup truck.
April 25, 2024 · 3:29 PM
Hawai‘i Island police investigating collision that lead to Akoni Pule Highway closure
The driver of a dump truck lost control of his vehicle Wednesday, veering off of Akoni Pule Highway and striking a guardrail before overturning.
April 25, 2024 · 1:25 PM
Update: Volcano Road in Puna reopens following crash
The road will be closed so police can conduct an investigation.
April 25, 2024 · 10:46 AM
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding wanted Ocean View man
The suspect was scheduled to appear in court on March 25 to pay a $150 fine after pleading no contest to disorderly conduct. When he was a no-show, Kona District Court Judge Kimberly Tsuchiya issued a bench warrant for the 42-year-old’s arrest.
April 25, 2024 · 10:24 AM
Human remains found on property in Ocean View
The decomposed body was found on a property on Lotus Blossom Lane.
April 25, 2024 · 10:10 AM
Authorities investigate reported assault that left Big Island man dead
The incident occurred on April 14 when police responded to an unknown disturbance in Ocean View.
April 25, 2024 · 10:00 AM
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April 25, 2024 · 5:00 AM
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April 26, 2024 · 12:17 PM HST
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April 26, 2024 · 11:20 AM HST
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April 26, 2024 · 10:20 AM HST
Two month closure of Kahakapao Access Road in Makawao for drainage improvements starts May 2
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Volcano Watch — Introducing HVO’s new online eruption map
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