DOH: Recall in effect for multiple frozen waffle brands
The state Department of Health is alerting residents about a recall issued by TreeHouse Foods Inc. for multiple brand names of frozen waffles because of potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Police investigate Ocean View murder
The body of a man with “fatal injuries” was found Friday afternoon within a residence in the 92-9000 block of Tiki Lane in the Hawaii Ocean View Estates subdivision, according to police.
Ag board seeks rule changes to slow spread of invasive species
A series of temporary state regulations to mitigate the spread of coconut rhinoceros beetles and other invasive species could become permanent.
Sniffing out trouble: Dogs being trained to detect little fire ants
Four-legged friends could help root out six-legged pests under a growing program to teach dogs how to detect little fire ants.
‘We’re open to what the community wants’: Judge rules in favor of Ka‘u resort developer
A judge earlier this month ruled in favor of a developer who sued a homeowners association over long-stalled plans to build a resort in Ka‘u.
Reflecting on Lahaina: Former Hawaii Island Civil Defense chief shares some lessons learned from deadly wildfires
When the Maui Emergency Management Agency named Darryl Oliveira its interim administrator in the wake of the Aug. 8, 2023, wildfires that killed more than 100 people, they tapped the extensive experience of a career Big Island first responder and emergency manager.
Hilo sawmill proposal withdrawn by property owner after backlash
A proposal to build a sawmill in Hilo has been withdrawn after backlash from neighbors of the project.
Forecasters predict wetter-than-average rainy season
A wetter-than-usual rainy season is being forecast by the federal government’s weather watchers.
A look at the ballot questions: Voters will decide fate of proposed amendments to County Charter, state Constitution
Hawaii County voters are starting to receive their mail-in ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election.
Hensel selected as next UH president
Hensel selected as next UH president
County wants piece of Ka‘u parcel for sewage plant
Hawaii County could seize nearly 29 acres of Ka‘u land to develop a wastewater treatment plant in Na‘alehu.
Kona Rabbi’s lawsuit against county appears headed for settlement
Significant progress is being made toward settling a federal lawsuit filed by a Kailua-Kona rabbi and the religious organization he represents against Hawaii County and Planning Director Zendo Kern, according to court records.
Roadside vendors bill approved by council
Roadside vendors could be allowed to legally operate on Hawaii County streets under a proposal approved Wednesday by the County Council.
UPDATE: Route 190 reopens following crash
UPDATE 11:20 a.m.
UPDATE: Teen girl killed in W. Hawaii crash identified
UPDATE 4:01 p.m.
Red Flag Warning for issued for parts of the Big Island; Hawaiian Electric could shut off power
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for West Hawaii, Ka‘u and parts of Puna.
Free pet microchipping event in Volcano
The County of Hawaii Animal Control and Protection Agency is hosting its second free microchipping and licensing event in Volcano on Saturday.
Hawaii PUC probing utility’s role in deadly Lahaina wildfire
Radio proposal draws concerns at council meeting
A Hawaii County Council proposal to bolster the island’s emergency communications network using amateur radio operators was met with some skepticism Tuesday.
