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Parker School senior named prestigious National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
Benjamin Tang is placed among the top 1% of all high school seniors in the nation.
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Teen arrested in connection to social media threats made to schools in East Hawai‘i
On Wednesday evening, Hawai‘i police were alerted to various posts on social media relating to members of a notorious gang being on the island and potentially planning to go to a school in Hilo on Thursday.September 12, 2024 · 10:09 AM HST
EducationFinalists for UH President named, public forums throughout counties scheduled
ActivitiesTop 10 things to do on the Big Island Sept. 12-18: Read some poetry, learn about manta…
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Affray at football game leads to arrest for assault after young girl knocked down
Additional charges for armed, dangerous Papa‘ikou man Jordan Botelho
Hawai‘i Police Department seeks 60-year-old man last seen in Hilo on Sept. 7
Update: Wastewater discharge advisory canceled at Kailua-Kona Pier
Multi-agency exercise will simulate a search and rescue mission for missing mariners off…
Flags lowered in remembrance of September 11
Public tip to police leads to arrest of wanted East Hawai‘i man
Update: Missing Big Island teenager found in Hilo Wednesday morning
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing man
UH Hilo launches talk story series focusing on kuleana and community
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Big Island News
September 12, 2024 · 12:15 PM
Hawai‘i Island police respond to crash on Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway
While the road is open, crews will be working in the area for the next several hours.
September 12, 2024 · 11:09 AM
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding wanted man
The man is wanted for several outstanding bench warrants and for questioning in a theft investigation.
September 12, 2024 · 10:09 AM
Teen arrested in connection to social media threats made to schools in East Hawai‘i
On Wednesday evening, Hawai‘i police were alerted to various posts on social media relating to members of a notorious gang being on the island and potentially planning to go to a school in Hilo on Thursday.
September 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Finalists for UH President named, public forums throughout counties scheduled
Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez will be introduced through a series of open houses and public forums scheduled in each of the four counties.
September 12, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Acting Lt. Grad Elarionoff of Hawai‘i police honored as 2024 Officer of the Year
Acting Lt. Elarionoff was honored for his efforts in leading investigations that successfully interrupted two high-end drug trafficking organizations.
September 12, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Parker School senior named prestigious National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
Benjamin Tang is placed among the top 1% of all high school seniors in the nation.
September 12, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island Sept. 12-18: Read some poetry, learn about manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of an iconic music album and more
Read some poetry, learn about the majestic manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic music albums of all time.
September 11, 2024 · 4:25 PM
Affray at football game leads to arrest for assault after young girl knocked down
Tyler Anthony Ikaika Iopa was stepping backwards when his elbow unintentionally struck a young girl in the head.
September 11, 2024 · 3:55 PM
Additional charges for armed, dangerous Papa‘ikou man Jordan Botelho
Jordan Botelho was a passenger in a vehicle stopped by police operating on a tip when he was arrested on Sept. 9.
September 11, 2024 · 2:11 PM
Hawai‘i Police Department seeks 60-year-old man last seen in Hilo on Sept. 7
Jeffrey Clarkson is described by police as Caucasian, five feet nine inches tall and 220 pounds.
Merrie Monarch
Support for Maui abounded during competition nights at the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
April 9, 2024 · 2:48 PM HST
Kaua‘i fills Līhu‘e Airport to welcome hālau hula home from Merrie Monarch Festival
April 9, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
O‘ahu hālau captures overall win in 61st annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
April 7, 2024 · 12:49 AM HST
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September 12, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island Sept. 12-18: Read some poetry, learn about manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of an iconic music album and more
Read some poetry, learn about the majestic manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic music albums of all time.
September 11, 2024 · 8:30 AM
Take the dive and get connected to the deep ocean during ‘Pilina Kai Lipo’ in Hilo
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, and engages the community with the deep ocean by highligthing NOAA Ocean Exploration efforts to further understand what lies beneath the surface of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Don’t miss your chance. Today is the last day.
August 29, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 29-Sept. 4: Canoe races, food drive, fungi, Ladies That Rock and more
Labor Day Weekend is right around the corner, and it doesn’t look like there’s any hurricanes to get in the way to stop you from getting out and going to see what’s happening around the island.
August 22, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 22-28: The regular stuff, you know, art, surfing and food; but also drag cars, Pokémon Day and sharing hapé, too
Living in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is definitely not boring. Check out our top 10 things to do on the Big Island for Aug. 22-28 now!
August 18, 2024 · 3:00 AM
‘Idol Across America’ is coming to Hawai’i; will it find the next Iam Tongi?
If you think you have the singing chops to follow in the footsteps of 2023 “American Idol” winner Iam Tongi, register now to for the “Idol Across America online Hawai‘i auditions this Monday.
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August 4, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch – Webcam upgrades keep a sharp eye on Hawaiian volcanoes
September 6, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Volcano Watch: Introducing the Island of Hawaiʻi Interagency Operations Plan for Volcanic Eruptions
August 31, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Volcano Watch: Volcanic tremor or distant earthquake? Distinguishing seismic signals
August 23, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Take the dive and get connected to the deep ocean during ‘Pilina Kai Lipo’ in Hilo
September 11, 2024 · 8:30 AM HST
4 Big Island men caught in spiny situation on opening day of lobster fishing season
September 4, 2024 · 10:58 AM HST
More than ‘just another raining day’ on the Big Island: Hone starts to make an impact
August 24, 2024 · 7:26 PM HST
Nothing sweet or soft about Tropical Storm Hone as it continues trek toward Hawai‘i
August 23, 2024 · 12:56 PM HST
Maui Now
Maui rent stabilization topic of special committee meeting on Monday
The Housing and Land Use Committee will have a special meeting on Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber to discuss the possible effects of rent stabilization in Maui, Committee Chair Tasha Kama announced today.
Kaua‘i remembers Hanapēpē Massacre 100 years later
The Hanapēpē Massacre of 1924 is remembered as a tragic moment in the history of labor movements in Hawai‘i, a flashpoint, but not representative of the labor movement.
‘Quest for a Cure’ event to focus on liver cancer awareness
Maui County residents can participate online in a Sept. 18 University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center “Quest for a Cure” event to raise awareness about liver cancer.
MEO Youth Services organizes sign waving to highlight suicide prevention
A sign-waving event throwing a spotlight on suicide prevention, drew about 25 youth, staff and community members Tuesday to the grassy area fronting Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center in Kahului. The event was organized by Maui Economic Opportunity Youth Services to mark Suicide Prevention Month in September.
Site blessing held for Hālau of ʻŌiwi Art in Wailuku, Maui
A site blessing for the Hālau of ʻŌiwi Art was held on Sunday, marking a significant step forward in the creation of a cultural center dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Native Hawaiian arts. The event was attended by kumu hula, representatives from the County of Maui, project managers, and construction contractors. In response […]
Kaua‘i Now
Two Kaua‘i men sought by police for outstanding warrants
The public is advised to use caution and not approach either individual.
Kauai Weather Forecast for September 12, 2024
Trade winds will gradually strengthen today and likely become breezy from Friday through early next week as a surface ridge over the islands lifts northward…
Kauai Surf Forecast for September 12, 2024
Surf along north facing shores will continue to decline as a short to medium-period north swell fades through the end of the week. North shore surf will return…
Reminder: Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station to be closed for renovations through Nov. 2
Officials held a blessing and groundbreaking ceremony for the Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station on Monday.
Finalists for University of Hawai‘i president named, public visits to islands scheduled
Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez will be introduced through a series of open houses and public forums scheduled in each of the four counties.
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