Perseverance’s touchdown on Mars a chicken-skin moment for Big Isle astronomers
After nearly seven months of waiting and a nail-biting 10 minutes on Thursday, NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover successfully touched down on the Red Planet.
Measure aims to boost to Banyan Drive
Big Island legislators are backing a proposal to create a redevelopment district to revitalize the Waiakea peninsula and Banyan Drive.
Puna roads update given: Administration provides tentative estimates for restoration of Pohoiki Road, Highway 137
Parts of Pohoiki Road which have been buried in lava for nearly three years finally might be excavated later this year, county officials estimate.
Green: ‘Really large percentage’ of population should be COVID-immune by summer
Lt. Gov. Josh Green reiterated his confidence Monday that the COVID-19 crisis largely will be over in Hawaii by the summer.
State bill would end contested case land use hearings, sending them directly to court
In a supposed effort to streamline the state’s contested case hearing process, a controversial new bill in the state Legislature would end those hearings over land use issues entirely.
Wage hike bills draw concern: Hawaii lawmakers mull increases despite pandemic
The minimum wage in Hawaii could rise as high as $17 an hour under several new bills in the state Legislature, which has some businesses worried about their future.
Ocean View man suspected of abusing nearly 50 dogs arrested
An Ocean View man was arrested earlier this week for suspected animal abuse after more than 50 dogs were reportedly discovered on his property.
Council OKs funds for road improvement projects
Hilo Sears closing after 36 years in Hilo mall
Prince Kuhio Plaza might seek a new tenant after Sears, one of the mall’s oldest stores, closes later this year.
Committee supports jobs corps resolution
A Hawaii County Council committee voted unanimously Tuesday in support of a resolution calling for a jobs corps program to help the island recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
3.8 magnitude earthquake rattles island
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake centered on Kilauea’s south flank was felt at least as far north as Hilo.
HTA survey: Visitors satisfied with Hawaii trips, despite COVID limitations
Most visitors to the state in late December and early January were satisfied with their experience, despite the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
4.1 magnitude earthquake rattles island
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake centered on Kilauea’s south flank was felt at least as far north as Hilo.
20 fireworks-related bills on state Legislature dockett
Restaurant owners push back on proposed tax on sugary beverages
Just 5 Hilo leases have been extended so far through revitalization program
Should the voting age be lowered? Proposal is among package of bills introduced by Keiki Caucus
House measure would increase state liquor tax
Liquor could get more expensive this year now that a bill was introduced to impose a surcharge on the state’s liquor tax.
Broadband expansion plans find support
