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Plan to ban 7,000 Maui short-term rentals targets resort condos
Massive military construction dollars may flow into Hawaii
Island Life photo for June 23 – Majestic mauna
Majestic mauna
Police Commission discusses DUI complaint
The Hawaii County Police Commission on Friday discussed correspondence from county Auditor Tyler Benner, then filed it into the record without a vote or any other action taken on allegations contained in the document.
County auditor addresses unfair hiring claims
A Hawaii County audit has concluded the county does not have enough rules in place to prevent nepotism and unfairness in the hiring process for government positions.
Gov. Green lines up 17 bills passed by Hawaii Legislature to veto
Hilo sushi restaurant lands on Yelp top 100 list
One of the 100 best sushi restaurants in the country sits right in downtown Hilo, according to a leading online review platform.
State seeing a summer COVID-19 surge
For Kaimuki resident Jan Hayashi, it started with a headache halfway through the workday.
PHOTOS: Kona, Hilo battle in district tournament
By Conor Langs
Great balls of fire!
Great balls of fire!
Iconic Kona Marathon moves back to Kona in 2025
KAILUA-KONA — There’s much to be excited about as exactly one year from today, the iconic UCC Coffee Kona Marathon will move back to its Kona roots in 2025 after being staged along the Kohala Coast for the last ten years.
State settles lawsuit filed by 13 youths over climate change
Gov. Josh Green on Thursday announced settlement of a lawsuit against the state by 13 youth plaintiffs who alleged the state violated their constitutional rights to a livable environment by operating a transportation system that contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change.
Police investigating potential drowning in Kainaliu
Police investigating potential drowning in Kainaliu
Committee denies extension for Kona Vistas after residents express strong opposition to the project
After public outcry, a controversial West Hawaii housing development on Tuesday was denied a time extension to complete its project.
County announces Fourth of July celebrations
Hawaii County’s official Independence Day celebrations will take place Thursday, July 4, in Hilo and Kona.
Letters — Your voice for Friday, June 21
Keep the lights on with rooftop solar
Stunning sunset
Stunning sunset
HPD’s DUI arrests questioned
When the Hawaii County Police Commission meets Friday, the agenda includes an unofficial complaint alleging the department’s officers automatically arrest and charge motorists with driving under the influence of intoxicants when drug paraphernalia is found.
Council OKs new regulations for bike tours
A proposed series of regulations for commercial bike tour groups has finally passed the County Council, albeit not without disagreements.
Report: New medical facility needed in Kailua-Kona
A new report about health care in West Hawaii recommends building a new hospital facility closer to Kailua-Kona.
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