Clerical error results in bail reduction for theft suspect
A Kurtistown man charged with burglary, vehicle theft and driving into a police vehicle had his bail reduced Friday, thanks to improperly filed paperwork.
Scientists: Rise in honu population unrelated to dip in tourism
While tourism in Hawaii has declined during the COVID-19 pandemic, sea turtle populations have increased — but scientists say the two are unrelated.
Kim urges evaluation of testing programs, fewer exemptions for travelers
Quiet hurricane season; Just 2 tropical cyclones developed this year in the Central Pacific
Officials worried new virus restrictions will slow tourism
Gov. David Ige’s announcement last week imposing new restrictions for trans-Pacific travelers seeking to avoid quarantine needs to be amended, said several figures in the tourism industry Monday.
Heavy rain expected through week
A flash flood watch has been issued for most of the Big Island until Wednesday morning as the heavy rain over the past weekend is predicted to continue throughout the week.
Officials urge caution during holiday gatherings
Both Mayor Harry Kim and federal health authorities are urging Big Island residents to avoid extended family gatherings on Thanksgiving to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Pay to park in downtown Hilo? Proposed project would help fund area revitalization
Paid parking and other changes could be coming to downtown Hilo under a proposed model for a Business Improvement District.
Waiakea Uka community center plans move forward
Construction of an new community center at Waiakea Uka Park could begin as early as next year.
Potential flood of eviction cases could be too much for county mediation program
Pilot program proposed for shuttle service to top of Maunakea
23 new Big Island COVID cases
Hawaii County Civil Defense reported 23 new active COVID-19 cases on the Big Island today.
Reports: Hazardous substances should not be an issue during Hoku Kea demo
Hilo man killed in two-vehicle crash
A Hilo man was killed this morning after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Komohana and Kukuau streets in Hilo.
House COVID-19 panel hears presentations about state’s economic recovery, worries about another spike in cases
Council passes resolution to seize portions of property to provide access to beach
Waipio road bill discussed, postponed
Fewer travelers arriving at Kona airport to face post-flight coronavirus screening, no change to testing at Hilo airport
Post-flight testing at Kona airport to be scaled back tomorrow
The post-flight COVID-19 testing program for travelers arriving to the Big Island will be scaled back tomorrow, Mayor Harry Kim told the Tribune-Herald today.
