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Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in North Kona
The pedestrian was transported to the Kona Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 4:59 a.m.July 22, 2024 · 10:10 AM HST
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July 22, 2024 · 10:10 AM
Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in North Kona
The pedestrian was transported to the Kona Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 4:59 a.m.
July 22, 2024 · 5:15 AM
Coast Guard rescues yacht crew 200 nautical miles west of Palau
The 11-person yacht crew, who reported a locked rudder and flooding in the bilge, is being assisted by the Oliver Henry’s crew with dewatering and damage control as they head for Palau. Their estimated time of arrival is 33 hours.
July 22, 2024 · 3:15 AM
Democratic Party of Hawai‘i reacts to President Biden’s decision to step down from 2024 race
Party officials say Biden’s decision to step down further displays his commitment and selflessness as a public servant to the country that he loves.
July 22, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Keepers at Pana‘ewa Zoo looking to public to help name its latest arrival
Zoo staff have narrowed it down to four names and are asking the public to vote in their Facebook post with an emoji.
July 21, 2024 · 5:57 PM
Big Island police seek endangered missing 28-year-old man
28-year-old Anthony Moniz III was last contacted at 2:30 p.m. today.
July 21, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Final draft of Hawai’i County General Plan 2045 to be released by end of July
The general plan will serve as a 25-year blueprint for the long-term growth and sustainable development of Hawaiʻi Island.
July 21, 2024 · 1:05 PM
Seismic activity increases beneath Kīlauea summit
Over the past 24 hours, there were approximately 67 earthquakes detected beneath Kīlauea’s summit and approximately 172 earthquakes detected beneath the upper East Rift Zone, mostly at depths of 0.0–1.2 miles beneath the ground surface.
July 21, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Fire hydrant flow test scheduled in downtown Kona
A fire hydrant flow test is scheduled in Kona for areas along Ali‘i Drive between Palani and Wālua Roads and along Hualālai Road between Ali‘i Drive and Kuakini Highway. The flow test will take place from midnight to 1 a.m. on July 23. The affected area may experience slightly discolored and turbid water for several […]
July 21, 2024 · 9:51 AM
Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race, endorses VP Kamala Harris
Biden plans to serve out the remainder of his term in office, which ends at noon ET on Jan. 20, 2025.
July 21, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Lane closure scheduled in South Kona for utility pole replacement
Starting Monday, one lane north of Aka Aha Road, near the Manago Hotel, will be closed.
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July 18, 2024 · 8:24 PM HST
Be part of ‘The Tale to End Cancer’: Attend the 32nd annual Relay For Life of the Big Island
This year’s event to fight back against cancer and celebrate survivors is from 5 p.m. to midnight July 20 at Francis Wong Stadium in Hilo.
July 17, 2024 · 6:43 PM HST
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July 16, 2024 · 3:22 PM HST
Neighbor Island contestants to take the stage in Pacific Media Group’s Hawai‘i’s Finest Talent Contest
Moving into the second half of performances, a lineup of artists from Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island and Maui are set to grace the stage starting July 18.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 11-17: Follow the Yellow Brick Road, get reacquainted with the Bard, beat the summer heat and more
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July 2, 2024 · 6:12 PM HST
Top 10 things to do this July 4th on the Big Island: These holiday events are sure to be a blast
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Hawaii State 50/70 Champions Central Maui ‘Beat the Heat’ with 13-3 win over Arizona
The Central Maui Hawaiʻi State Champions jumped to a quick 4-0 lead in the top of the first inning and never looked back en route to a 13-3 victory over Tucson, Arizona. The Maui boys now move on to the single elimination play-off to determine the West Region Champion and berth to the World Series.
July 22, 2024 · 8:00 AM HST
Maui Weather Forecast for July 22, 2024
Moderate to locally breezy trade winds will focus showers over windward slopes today, and aside from afternoon and evening showers on the Kona slopes,…
July 22, 2024 · 7:20 AM HST
Kupu ʻĀina Corps calls for participants and host sites on Maui, Molokaʻi, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island
Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading conservation and youth education organization, today announced that applications are now open for the 2024-2025 Kupu ʻĀina Corps (KAC) program, which is actively seeking host sites and participants for paid opportunities in sustainability-focused sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate adaptation on Hawai’i Island, Kaua’i, Maui, Moloka’i, O’ahu.
July 22, 2024 · 7:08 AM HST
Democratic Party of Hawai‘i reacts to President Biden’s decision to step down from 2024 race
Party officials say Biden’s decision to step down further displays his commitment and selflessness as a public servant to the country that he loves.
July 22, 2024 · 6:08 AM HST
‘Ambassadors of our oceans’: Rare off-season humpback sighting provides opportunity to learn more
“If we can understand them, understand their behavior and what they’re doing, then it can tell us a lot about some of the changes that are taking place in the ocean. The whales are amazing themselves, but they’re even more valuable when we think about them as these, basically, indicators of ocean health.” — Marc Lammers, research ecologist with the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary
July 22, 2024 · 5:58 AM HST
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Emergency assets demobilize as DLNR puts out 1,600-acre Koke‘e fire’s remaining hot spots
Only the Division of Forestry and Wildlife remains on scene Monday to conduct final mop-up efforts.
July 22, 2024 · 9:38 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for July 22, 2024
Moderate to locally breezy trade winds will focus showers over windward slopes today, and aside from afternoon and evening showers on the Kona slopes,…
July 22, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for July 22, 2024
Background south swell energy pulses are forecast to continue, with surf remaining below average through much of this week. A small long period south swell…
July 22, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
Road closures scheduled for Kuli Road in Lāwa‘i on July 25 and July 26
The county’s contractor will trim and remove trees growing along the roadway.
July 22, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Rare off-season humpback sighting not just exciting, but provides opportunity to learn more
Footage of the whale was captured off O‘ahu.
July 22, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
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