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If water is brown, turn around: Advisory issued for Hilo Bay and along Hāmākua Coast
Published: March 12, 2025 00:48
Hawai'i Department of Health officials advise beachgoers and ocean enthusiasts to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky in the advisory areas. The water could contain higher than normal pollutant levels.
Update: 65-year-old Kailua-Kona woman with medical condition found in good health
Published: March 12, 2025 00:18
Phyllis Santiago was located the afternoon of March 11 in Kailua-Kona.
Episode 13 of ongoing summit eruption underway at Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano
Published: March 11, 2025 21:50
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported in its daily update at 9:43 a.m. March 11 that fountains of 460 to 520 feet from the north and south vents in the southwest portion of Halemaʻumaʻu Crater persisted and lava flows had covered about 40% to 50% of the…
Hilo-based staffing is available to vendors traveling for Merrie Monarch next month
Published: March 11, 2025 20:00
ALTRES provides top-tier staffing that work well with vendors traveling to the Big Island for Merrie Monarch and eliminate the stress of hiring, or flying employees for the week.
Wind advisory issued for various areas on Hawai‘i Island
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/11/wind-advisory-issued-for-various-areas-on-hawaii-island/
Published: March 11, 2025 15:00
A wind advisory is in effect starting at 6 a.m. today till 6 a.m. Wednesday fo North and South Kohala, Hāmākua and Ka‘ū Districts.
A lawsuit names Maui Police Chief Pelletier as an associate in a 2018 Diddy rape case, Mayor Bissen calls for leave and investigation
Published: March 11, 2025 13:00
Mayor Richard Bissen urged the Police Commission to conduct its own independent review and not to wait for the federal case to be resolved to “demonstrate the County’s commitment to transparency, accountability and ethical governance.”
State lawmaker trying to finish what Nakashima started: bill to revitalize Hilo’s Waiākea Peninsula
Published: March 11, 2025 11:00
On Friday, the Hawaiʻi House of Representatives passed the bill with two revisions that establishes the Waiākea Peninsula Community Development District and the Waiākea Peninsula Community Development District Special Fund.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 11, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/10/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-11-2025-2/
Published: March 11, 2025 06:30
A band of moisture associated with an old front will keep windward Big Island rather wet tonight, while improving conditions are expected on Maui...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 11, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/10/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-11-2025/
Published: March 11, 2025 06:30
A band of moisture associated with an old front will keep windward Big Island rather wet tonight, while improving conditions are expected on Maui...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 11, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/10/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-11-2025-2/
Published: March 11, 2025 06:00
The current small north-northwest swell (340 degree) will continue to steadily decline and fade out on Tuesday. A moderate long-period north-northwest (330...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 11, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/10/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-11-2025/
Published: March 11, 2025 06:00
The current small north-northwest swell (340 degree) will continue to steadily decline and fade out on Tuesday. A moderate long-period north-northwest (330...
Two Big Island men face charges following theft from orchard
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/10/two-big-island-men-face-charges-following-theft-from-orchard/
Published: March 11, 2025 02:26
Two Papa‘ikou men are facing agriculture theft charges after allegedly hundreds of pounds of rambutan and bananas from the Hawai‘i Sunshine Orchards.
Hawaiian Electric to upgrade several electric vehicle charging stations on the Big Island
Published: March 10, 2025 20:00
Two more charging station upgrades are scheduled to be completed this month and April, both of which will include the addition of a second fast charger, resulting in a total of three new fast chargers on Hawai‘i Island.
Hirono, Moran introduce bipartisan bill to support veterans’ family caregivers
Published: March 10, 2025 15:00
US Sens. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawai‘i) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), members of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, have introduced the Veteran Caregiver Reeducation, Reemployment, and Retirement Act to help family caregivers transition into the workforce…
Big Island sees little rain in February
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/10/big-island-sees-little-rain-in-february/
Published: March 10, 2025 13:00
The highest monthly total among the automated sites came from the U.S. Geological Survey's rain gauge at Honoliʻi Stream with 3.87 inches.
Business Monday: Ola! New kava bar in Hilo creates welcoming space for relaxation
Published: March 10, 2025 11:00
Father-daughter duo Laurent and Yaelle Olivier celebrate their South Pacific heritage and Hawaiian awa with the opening of Kava Republic in Hilo.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 10, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/09/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-10-2025-2/
Published: March 10, 2025 06:30
Showery remnants of a dissipating cold front will slowly spread across the chain tonight, Monday, and Monday night before moving away by Tuesday. Most...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 10, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/09/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-10-2025/
Published: March 10, 2025 06:30
Showery remnants of a dissipating cold front will slowly spread across the chain tonight, Monday, and Monday night before moving away by Tuesday. Most...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 10, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/09/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-10-2025/
Published: March 10, 2025 06:00
The current north-northwest swell will progressively decline through the next couple of days. A slightly smaller, medium- period north-northwest (330...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 10, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/09/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-10-2025-2/
Published: March 10, 2025 06:00
The current north-northwest swell will progressively decline through the next couple of days. A slightly smaller, medium- period north-northwest (330...
One more bus route has been restored to service Keaʻau middle schoolers
Published: March 9, 2025 15:00
Following the restoration of this route, a total of 123 routes have been restored and efforts to restore the remaining 15 suspended bus routes are ongoing.
54-year-old Hilo man dead after possiblly drowning in Puna area known as ‘Mermaid Pond’
Published: March 9, 2025 13:00
Royden Daikawa was about 100 yards from shore early the afternoon of March 1, struggling to swim, after being swept off rocks by a rogue wave that struck the coastline near Government Beach Road in Pāhoa
Mauna Lani chef melds Hawaiian and Mediterranean flavors at resort restaurant
Published: March 9, 2025 11:00
HāLani (Breath of Heaven) first opened with the remodel of the resort in January 2020.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 09, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/08/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-09-2025-2/
Published: March 9, 2025 06:30
Strong trades continue through mid-week before easing slightly in response to upstream troughing later next week. Expect periods of windward and mauka showers...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 09, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/08/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-09-2025/
Published: March 9, 2025 06:30
Strong trades continue through mid-week before easing slightly in response to upstream troughing later next week. Expect periods of windward and mauka showers...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 09, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/08/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-09-2025-2/
Published: March 9, 2025 06:00
Surf along north and west facing shores will remain above advisory levels through this evening and likely through the night as the current moderate, medium...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 09, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/08/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-09-2025/
Published: March 9, 2025 06:00
Surf along north and west facing shores will remain above advisory levels through this evening and likely through the night as the current moderate, medium...
‘Call to action’: Pride at Work-Hawaiʻi hosts protest at state Capitol for equality, fairness
Published: March 8, 2025 20:14
Event today in honor of International Women's Day seeks future where everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, is treated respectfully and equitably.
Hawaiʻi County reaches COVID hazard pay agreements with employee unions
Published: March 8, 2025 15:31
Mayor Kimo Alameda signed contracts with Hawaiʻi Government Employees Association and Hawaiʻi Fire Fighters Association this week to provide their members 2 years of hazard pay. Tentative agreements are being finalized with State of Hawaiʻi Organization of…
Woman accused of helping Puna murder suspect elude police granted supervised release
Published: March 8, 2025 13:00
37-year-old Jake Kiko is charged with first-degree hindering prosecution, a Class C felony, in connection with the search for 28-year-old Isaiah Fourshey, who allegedly shot and killed 25-year-old Latisha Soares on March 4 in Mountain View and later died…
Big Island teacher focusing on biodiversity leading voting in America’s Favorite Teacher competition
Published: March 8, 2025 11:00
Kiane Prietto from Kanu o ka ʻĀina hopes to end Hawaiʻi's tenure as the extinction capital of the world as she vies for the title of: "America's Favorite Teacher."
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 08, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/07/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-08-2025-2/
Published: March 8, 2025 06:30
Breezy to windy trade winds will persist through early next week, bringing periods of windward and mauka showers as bands of moisture move through
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 08, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/07/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-08-2025/
Published: March 8, 2025 06:30
Breezy to windy trade winds will persist through early next week, bringing periods of windward and mauka showers as bands of moisture move through
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 08, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/07/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-08-2025-2/
Published: March 8, 2025 06:00
As the current moderate northwest (310-320 degree) swell begins to fade tonight, a slightly larger reinforcing pulse from the northwest (310-330 degree...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 08, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/07/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-08-2025/
Published: March 8, 2025 06:00
As the current moderate northwest (310-320 degree) swell begins to fade tonight, a slightly larger reinforcing pulse from the northwest (310-330 degree...
Nearly 30 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Feb. 24-March 3
Published: March 7, 2025 16:07
Hawai‘i Police Department officers have made a total of 171 arrests of motorists driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the first two full months of the year. While it's just 3 more than during the same time period in 2024, it represents a…
Volcano Watch: When have lava fountains formed on Kīlauea and what are their hazards?
Published: March 7, 2025 13:00
“Volcano Watch” is a weekly article and activity update written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates. Kīlauea is in a unique phase of activity in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater, with 12 episodes of dual lava fountains since…
End of an era: Last Kona Brewers Festival to benefit 17 nonprofits
Published: March 7, 2025 11:00
Started by the nonprofit Ke Kai Ala Foundation, the festival has given $1.8 million to community groups over the 30 years the event has been hosted.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 07, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/06/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-07-2025-2/
Published: March 7, 2025 06:30
Breezy to windy east-northeast trade winds will persist through next week, bringing periods of windward and mauka showers as bands of moisture move through...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 07, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/06/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-07-2025/
Published: March 7, 2025 06:30
Breezy to windy east-northeast trade winds will persist through next week, bringing periods of windward and mauka showers as bands of moisture move through...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 07, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/06/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-07-2025-2/
Published: March 7, 2025 06:00
Surf along exposed north and west-facing shores will slowly rise tonight as a northwest (310-330 degrees) swell builds into the coastal waters. This swell looks...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 07, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/06/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-07-2025/
Published: March 7, 2025 06:00
Surf along exposed north and west-facing shores will slowly rise tonight as a northwest (310-330 degrees) swell builds into the coastal waters. This swell looks...
Mayor, Cabinet to discuss priorities and progress during Waimea town meeting
Published: March 7, 2025 01:49
Members of the Alameda Cabinet expected to participate include the full spectrum of county programs and services, from Parks and Recreation and Environmental Management to Planning, Public Works, Mass Transit, emergency services and more.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 7-13: Final Kona Brewers Festival, KS Hawai‘i Hōʻike, YAS Fest, Redeeming Māhū and more
Published: March 6, 2025 19:49
Many of the events and activities around the Big Island during the next week will focus on tradition, talent and taddies. Check out this week's top 10 things to do now!
Police seek missing endangered 83-year-old Fern Forest woman
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/06/police-seek-missing-endangered-83-year-old-fern-forest-woman/
Published: March 6, 2025 19:11
Annette Hughes, who was last seen leaving her home in Fern Forest at 6:45 a.m. the morning of March 6, could be in need of medication. If you have seen her, authorities urge you to call them immediately.
Puna man charged with 25 offenses in Hilo District and Circuit Courts
Published: March 6, 2025 18:00
Charges include unlawful imprisonment, felony assault, abuse and firearms offenses.
State senate moves bill to protect access to contraceptives
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/06/state-senate-moves-bill-to-protect-access-to-contraceptives/
Published: March 6, 2025 15:00
The bill secures that no law or state action can interfere with the ability to obtain birth control, including methods like IUDs and emergency contraceptives.
Hawaiʻi congressional delegation introduces legislation to protect native species
Published: March 6, 2025 13:00
The Hawai‘i Native Species Conservation and Recovery Act would fund conservation and recovery projects to address invasive species, habitat restoration and population recovery.
Vibrant Hawaiʻi fosters resilience in remote areas of Big Island with 20 new hubs
Published: March 6, 2025 11:00
Communities can address vulnerabilities and prepare for emergencies through the expanding Vibrant Hawaiʻi Resilience Hub network.
Hilo, Kona residents could experience temporary outage of Spectrum Voice 911 service Thursday
Published: March 6, 2025 07:18
Spectrum will be performing scheduled maintenance beginning at 12 a.m. tonight until 12 p.m. Thursday, causing a potential temporary outage of 911 services.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 06, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/05/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-06-2025-2/
Published: March 6, 2025 06:30
Breezy to locally windy trades will continue through the week. Showers will favor windward areas, and some will briefly pass over leeward communities on the...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 06, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/05/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-06-2025/
Published: March 6, 2025 06:30
Breezy to locally windy trades will continue through the week. Showers will favor windward areas, and some will briefly pass over leeward communities on the...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 06, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/05/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-06-2025-2/
Published: March 6, 2025 06:00
Surf along exposed north and west-facing shores will continue to ease into Thursday as a northwest swell moves out. An upward trend is expected late Thursday...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 06, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/05/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-06-2025/
Published: March 6, 2025 06:00
Surf along exposed north and west-facing shores will continue to ease into Thursday as a northwest swell moves out. An upward trend is expected late Thursday...
Season 1 of ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption a wrap with Episode 12 finale
Published: March 6, 2025 02:59
Fountains once again reached heights of 600 feet, which were sustained until the north vent in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater quit erupting at 8:26 p.m. March 4. Sustained fountains from the south vent saw heights of 200 to 400 feet throughout the night before…
Update: Wind advisory extended through Thursday morning for much of Big Island
Published: March 6, 2025 01:47
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu expect east winds to continue at 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, for north, south, southeastern and interior portions of the island, including North and South Kohala as well as parts of Kaʻū and Puna.
Puna murder suspect dies following officer-involved shooting
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/05/puna-murder-suspect-dies-following-officer-involved-shooting/
Published: March 6, 2025 00:57
28-year-old Isaiah Kaleo Jiaan Fourshey allegedly shot and killed his ex-girlfriend's 25-year-old sister Latisha Soares early the morning of March 4 at her Mountain View residence.
First coconut rhinoceros beetles found outside Waikōloa area on Big Island
Published: March 5, 2025 15:00
A live adult invasive scarab was found March 3 at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and another disovered March 4 at Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawai‘i Authority, both of which are situated along the West Hawai‘i coastline. Brings the total…
Police launch arson probe after several suspicious brush fires in Ocean View
Published: March 5, 2025 13:00
Hawai‘i Fire Department fire crews responded to reports of brush fires at 1:15 p.m. and 3 p.m. Monday, with three smaller fires already extinguished before they arrived to the scene of the earlier report, for a total of 4 blazes in the general area between…
Temporary morgue in Hilo set to alleviate over capacity in hospitals by this spring
Published: March 5, 2025 11:00
A temporary morgue will be in use by the end of April at 540 Kupuna Place in Hilo, according to the Department of Public Works.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 05, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/04/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-05-2025/
Published: March 5, 2025 06:30
Breezy to strong trades will continue through the forecast period bringing a return to a typical distribution of clouds and showers focused mainly over windward...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 05, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/04/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-05-2025/
Published: March 5, 2025 06:00
Surf along exposed N and W facing shores is steadily easing as the present NW (310-320) swell subsides through midweek. An upward trend is expected Thursday...
Enormous lava geysers once again erupt from Kīlauea summit as Episode 12 begins
Published: March 5, 2025 05:22
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports the most recent eruptive activity of the ongoing eruption in Kaluapele, the volcano's summit caldera, started at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday with sporadic small lava flows alternating between the south and north vents in the…
Police investigating murder in Puna; search ongoing for armed and dangerous suspect
Published: March 5, 2025 04:03
25-year-old Latisha Soares was allegedly shot and killed by her sister's ex-boyfriend 28-year-old Isaiah Kaleo Jiaan Fourshey of Mountain View early Tuesday morning after an earlier alleged shooting involving him at her parents home.
Downtown Hilo post office could close or be sold by Trump Administration
Published: March 5, 2025 02:58
The historic Federal Building that houses the office on Waiānuenue Avenue is among 440 federal properties deemed not core to federal government operations that are on the president's and Elon Musk's DOGE chopping block.
Wind advisory in effect for much of Big Island through Wednesday evening
Published: March 4, 2025 23:51
The National Weather Service in Honolulu forecasts winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts of up to 50 mph, for north, south, southeastern and interior portions of the island, including North and South Kohala as well as parts of Kaʻū and Puna.
Road closure scheduled in Kona for utility pole work
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/04/road-closure-scheduled-in-kona-for-utility-pole-work/
Published: March 4, 2025 15:00
Work will take place on Ahikawa Street from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to the power company, the work will require a full road closure near the intersection of Kauhale Street.
Application process now open for State of Hawai‘i’s public pre-k program
Published: March 4, 2025 13:00
The program currently operates 92 classrooms on 74 Hawai‘i Department of Education campuses statewide.
Hilo native named head coach for Vulcans women’s volleyball
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/04/hilo-native-named-head-coach-for-vulcans-womens-volleyball/
Published: March 4, 2025 11:00
Reed Sunahara comes to UH-Hilo after serving nine seasons as head coach at Division I West Virginia University.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 04, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/03/hawaii-county-weather-forecast-for-march-04-2025/
Published: March 4, 2025 06:30
Breezy to strong trades will continue through the forecast period bringing a return to a typical distribution of clouds and showers focused mainly over windward...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 04, 2025
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/03/hawaii-county-surf-forecast-for-march-04-2025/
Published: March 4, 2025 06:00
Surf along exposed north and west facing shores will steadily rise through the late afternoon hours, then peak this evening through early Tuesday as a fresh...
Actresses rebuked for posting video of one of them touching sea turtle while in Hawai‘i
Published: March 4, 2025 03:25
The Instagram post by actress China McClain was taken down as of midday March 3 after garnering tens of thousands of reactions and more than 2,000 comments, many of which pleading for the video to be removed and an apology for potential cultural…
The state launches bird flu survey for backyard flock owners and bird rescuers
Published: March 4, 2025 02:00
The survey, put out by the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health, will collect critical information on the understanding of bird flu, as well as the practices and needs of those who keep poultry or care for rescued birds.
USPS gives tips on how to avoid being scammed
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/03/usps-gives-tips-on-how-to-avoid-being-scammed/
Published: March 4, 2025 00:30
Postal inspectors are reminding consumers to be alert for imposter scams during National Consumer Protection Week – March 2-8.
Hawai‘i County officials to hold community meeting to discuss temporary morgue facility
Published: March 3, 2025 23:10
The meeting is to address the overcrowded morgue facilities at the Hilo Benioff Medical Center and Kona Community Hospital.
Kahele in Washington to speak with lawmakers about impacts of Trump policies, orders
Published: March 3, 2025 22:00
Kahele has several meetings planned with federal officials and members of Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation.
Monthly outdoor siren test slated for today
https://bigislandnow.com/2025/03/03/monthly-outdoor-siren-test-slated-for-today/
Published: March 3, 2025 16:10
All statewide outdoor warning sirens will sound a 1-minute steady tone at 11:45 a.m. The public should contact Hawai‘i County Civil Defense at 808-935-0031 to report any siren operation issues.
Firewise program works toward united approach to wildfire readiness and resilience
Published: March 3, 2025 15:00
The Firewise program empowers communities by giving homesteaders and its leaders, the support they need to mitigate wildfire risks in their own backyard.