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May 14, 2024 · 2:21 PM
Big Island police seek endangered 12-year-old missing since last week
Herman Kirklin is 6 feet tall, 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen the morning of May 7 on Lehua Street in Mountain View.
May 14, 2024 · 2:10 PM
Hilo man faces several charges following domestic argument involving traffic crash
The victim was transported to Hilo Medical Center for treatment of a substantial laceration to her head and concussion following the early morning incident. She was released several hours later.
May 14, 2024 · 2:00 PM
Hawai‘i Police Department honors fallen officers during National Police Week
Public encouraged to attend activities and show support for law enforcement and salute those who paid the ultimate price serving and protecting their community.
May 14, 2024 · 1:21 PM
Flood advisory issued for portions of Big Island
Just before 1 p.m., National Weather Service radar indicated slow moving heavy rain showers mainly over the slopes of the Hilo, Hāmākua, Kohala and Kona districts.
May 14, 2024 · 12:13 PM
Spencer Park closed for debris cleanup
The park at ʻŌhai‘ula Beach will reopen May 18.
May 14, 2024 · 12:02 PM
Update: Ka‘ū man charged in connection with weekend standoff in Ocean View
32-year-old Kamren Adams of Ocean View is charged with first-degree burglary and first-degree terroristic threatening.
May 14, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Flags ordered at half-staff in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day
This action is taken to honor law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty while protecting others.
May 14, 2024 · 10:00 AM
State implements tenant screening fee regulations for Hawai‘i residents
The new law prohibits a landlord from charging an applicant for a residential dwelling unit, a tenant screening fee that is more than the actual cost to obtain information about the applicant.
May 14, 2024 · 8:46 AM
‘We need to do better’: Governor urges awareness, preparedness as Hawai‘i wildfire season approaches
State’s top executive proclaimed May as Wildfire Mitigation and Risk Reduction Preparedness Month
May 14, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Hawai‘i County to inspect selected water service laterals in Ka‘ū
The inspections are required to comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Lead and Copper Rule Revisions.
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The 14th Ka‘ū Coffee Festival returns in June providing a unique, interactive experience showcasing the diverse and award-winning coffees grown by coffee farmers in the sprawling, southern rural district of Hawai‘i Island.
May 8, 2024 · 8:57 PM HST
Top 10 things to do on Big Island — and then some — for May 9-15: So much happening, especially for Mother’s Day, this week’s list is actually a Top 16
It shouldn’t be difficult to find something to do with Mom this weekend. The Big Island has plenty of events planned just for Mother’s Day, from brunch to parasailing.
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Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for May 2-8: Kodomo No Matsuri, AstroDay, Mālama Healing Festival and more
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April 29, 2024 · 5:08 PM HST
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Maui project aims to restore landscape, mitigate axis deer damage and reduce erosion above Kīhei
A collaborative project to protect against erosion, reduce flood risk, mitigate axis deer damage, and improve water quality is being implemented in an 11-acre area mauka of Kīhei.
May 14, 2024 · 3:40 PM HST
Seabury Hall Girls Track and Field team earns come-from-behind state championship title in the inaugural 4×800 meter relay
History was made on Saturday night as the Seabury Hall Girls Track and Field team earned a come-from-behind state championship title in the inaugural 4×800 meter relay on Oʻahu.
May 14, 2024 · 2:40 PM HST
Maui Flood Advisory until 4:30 p.m.
Update: The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory until 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, for the island of Maui. At 1:28 p.m., radar showed heavy rain over East Maui, falling at a rate of 1 inch per hour with isolated pockets of up to 2 inches per hour.
May 14, 2024 · 1:52 PM HST
UH study: Petroleum, chlorine mix could yield harmful byproducts
A new study from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa shows that chlorine mixed with petroleum in water can potentially produce inadvertent byproducts harmful to human health.
May 14, 2024 · 1:40 PM HST
Elizabeth Whitehead, Estrelita Bradford, 80, honored at Older American event
Elizabeth Whitehead and Estrelita Bradford, who both celebrated their 80th birthdays this year, were recognized at the Lahaina Honolua Senior Club’s Older American Luncheon on Monday, May 13, at Maui Economic Opportunity in Wailuku.
May 14, 2024 · 12:40 PM HST
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Brown Water Advisory issued at Kalapaki Beach
Heavy rain has resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters. The public is advised to stay out of flood waters and storm water runoff due to possible overflowing cesspools, sewer, manholes, pesticides, animal fecal matter, dead animals, pathogens, chemicals, and associated flood debris.
May 14, 2024 · 2:17 PM HST
Flood advisory issued for north, windward Kaua’i
The heaviest rain was over Kapahi, falling at just more than 2 inches per hour. These showers are slowly moving north, and additional showers are expected through the afternoon.
May 14, 2024 · 1:37 PM HST
Flags ordered at half-staff to honor law enforcement officers who lost lives in line of duty
This week is Police Week nationwide and Wednesday is Peace Officers Memorial Day.
May 14, 2024 · 12:00 PM HST
Gov. Josh Green calls state to action to be more aware of risks, prepared for wildfires
State’s top executive proclaimed May as Wildfire Mitigation and Risk Reduction Preparedness Month
May 14, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 14, 2024
A lingering upper level low northeast of the islands is keeping the local airmass relatively moist and unstable. Spotty, hit-or- miss heavy downpours will…
May 14, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
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