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Elderly Kona man dies five days after crashing moped
An elderly man has died five days after a single-moped crash on late Sunday morning at the intersection of Kaiminani Drive and Kahilihili Street in North Kona.
Green signs healthcare bills
Gov. Josh Green used West Hawaii as a pulpit on Thursday to address state problems and sign several bills into law.
Sunrise Growers’ fruit products the subject of recall
The state Department of Health’s Food and Drug Branch is warning residents about a recall on frozen fruit products sold at Walmart and Target locations due to a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Merrie Monarch medals, other items recovered following theft
One of two men identified by police as suspects in the weekend burglary of the Merrie Monarch Festival office in Hilo was wearing a red and orange Merrie Monarch pareo when arrested, according to court documents filed by police.
Stolen Merrie Monarch items recovered; two men arrested
Police say they’ve recovered medals and other items stolen during the burglary earlier this week of the Merrie Monarch Festival office in Hilo.
7-Eleven Hawaii, the EPA reach agreement regarding cesspools
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has reached a settlement with 7-Eleven Hawaii.
Two more COVID deaths reported for Hawaii County
Two new deaths from COVID-19 were recorded in Hawaii County this week, both women over the age of 80.
Road closures set for Pride Parade
The Hawaii Police Department announces that there will be road closures in downtown Hilo on Saturday during the annual LGBTQ+ Pride Parade.
Gov. Green signs 10 bills aimed at improving affordability
Gov. Josh Green signed 10 new housing-related bills into law on Wednesday to support kupuna, workforce housing, and low-income residents on Hawaii Island and throughout the state.
Research finds paddling is an opportunity to improve public health
Physically demanding but culturally relevant sports could be a way to improve public health in Hawaii.
Kilauea eruption: ‘Deciding whether it’s over is a dynamic question’
With another Kilauea eruption on pause, geologists are unsure when the volcano will resume activity.
Police: Jesus Sanchez found in good health in Hilo
UPDATE: Police say Jesus Sanchez has been found in good health in Hilo.
Highway 11 by Whittington Beach Park in Ka‘u is reopened
UPDATE: Mamalahoa Highway (Route 11) by Whittington Beach Park is open, according to police.
Pride Parade and Festival this weekend in Hilo
“Fabulous Free Future” is the theme for the 11th annual Hawaii Island LGBTQ+ Pride Parade and Festival, which will be celebrated Saturday in Hilo.
Police arrest fugitive and his mother in Kona traffic stop
Police have arrested and charged a 21-year-old Ocean View man and his mother.
Young paddlers get educated about dangers of fentanyl
A group of 50 keiki and parents gathered inside the Hui Wa‘a O Waiakea paddling hale at Hilo Bayfront on Monday to learn about the dangers of addiction and fentanyl on Hawaii Island.
Bill regarding Kalanianaole Street pushed to future council meeting
A proposed speed limit reduction along Kalanianaole Street is on hold as Hawaii County officials determine how best to protect nene in the area.
Community college hit by ransomware attack
Hawaii Community College was the target of a recent ransomware attack, according to a University of Hawaii system spokesman.
Police: 3-year-old critically injured in S. Kona car crash
Police are investigating an early morning single-vehicle traffic incident in South Kona today that left a 3-year-old critically injured.