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Big Island keiki is state’s first flu-related child death of 2024-25 flu season
Medical and exposure history pointed to seasonal influenza as the most likely cause of illness. This case is not thought to be associated with the recent wastewater detection of H5 avian influenza in Hilo.December 13, 2024 · 11:50 AM HST
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December 13, 2024 · 11:50 AM
Big Island keiki is state’s first flu-related child death of 2024-25 flu season
Medical and exposure history pointed to seasonal influenza as the most likely cause of illness. This case is not thought to be associated with the recent wastewater detection of H5 avian influenza in Hilo.
December 13, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Cops invite families to an afternoon of cocoa and Christmas cheer
Families and keiki are invited to get to know their Kona Community Policing Officers over a cup of cocoa next Saturday.
December 13, 2024 · 4:00 AM
Hilo man sentenced to 10 years on 5 felony drug, firearms charges in connection with 2022 Keaukaha drug bust
36-year-old Seth Spidell was arrested April 21, 2022, following the execution of a narcotics and firearms search warrant at a residence on Kauhane Avenue that found more than 18 pounds of meth, a pistol, 2 handguns and more. He pleaded guilty to the charges in September.
December 13, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Volcano Watch: It’s all about perspective; how to interpret an interferogram
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December 13, 2024 · 2:00 AM
Puna man charged after allegedly killing dog, hitting woman with hammer
41-year-old Henry Tangitau of Pāhoa faces charges of first-degree terroristic threatening, second-degree unlawful imprisonment, first-degree curelty to animals, others in connection with a domestic incident Tuesday at a residence in Leilani Estates.
December 13, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Training program teaches volunteers how to rescue animals during Big Island disasters
This spring, the Hawaiʻi Animal Kuleana Alliance will host an all-encompassing, intensive training program for animal rescue and recovery during disasters and everyday emergencies.
December 12, 2024 · 5:45 PM
Contract finally awarded to dredge volcanic debris that left Pohoiki Boat Ramp landlocked in 2018
The state Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation awarded a $9.2 million contract to dredge Pohoiki Bay to Goodfellows Bros., the lowest bidder on the project.
December 12, 2024 · 3:56 PM
Update: Red flag warning canceled for leeward Big Island
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December 12, 2024 · 3:23 PM
Update: Wind advisory canceled as trade winds fall below advisory thresholds
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December 12, 2024 · 8:32 AM
Green signs emergency proclamation in response to red flag warning
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December 8, 2024 · 8:23 AM
West Hawai‘i County Band, other Kona groups offering sounds of season
Looking for some music to get into the holiday mood? These choral and instrumental ensembles have upcoming concerts, including two today, that are sure to make your season more merry.
December 8, 2024 · 3:02 AM
Holiday — and service — spirit on full display in Hilo
Winners of 2024 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade awards announced; grand marshal Dr. Lori Inouye-Yamashita recognized for her outstanding contributions and dedication to the community.
December 8, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Experience the ‘Magic of the Season’
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Maui Now
Lane closures on Kula Highway for bridge inspection
Maui motorists are advised of potential slow downs on Kula Highway (Route 37), on Monday, Dec. 16 and Wednesday, Dec. 18 for routine bridge inspection.
State Prescription Drug Monitoring Program now uses patient history to help identify lethal drug combinations, prevent overdoses
The Department of Law Enforcement Narcotics Enforcement Division is changing the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program to help prevent drug overdoses and deaths from lethal drug combinations.
Public invited to join virtual kickoff for Maui County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update working group
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More modular homes to be delivered to the Kilohana temporary group housing site
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Short Lane Closures on Moloka‘i to check pavement quality
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Day 3 of multiagency search underway for missing Alaska visitor
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Kauai Surf Forecast for December 13, 2024
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