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Murder suspect testifies about wife’s affair
On the day a Waipahu acupuncturist was fatally shot in his office, the 36-year-old man accused of murdering him took bricks to a dump before playing with his daughter.
Hawaii doesn’t want firearms on its beaches. The state’s latest gun control law goes before a judge
HONOLULU — A legal battle over whether Hawaii can continue enforcing a new law banning firearms on its world-famous beaches went before a U.S. judge, who said Friday she would rule as soon as possible but didn’t give a specific date.
PHOTOS: Hilo Orchid Show kicks off
People can view the gorgeous displays of thousands of orchids, including exotic orchid species and hybrids not typically found at retail and grocery store chains, at Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Orchids for sale are suited to beginning through expert growers. There will be local food, lectures and demonstrations available through the weekend.
Festival puts Volcano in the spotlight this weekend
The fourth annual Experience Volcano Festival will celebrate the diverse people and culture of Volcano this weekend.
New county sustainability office created
A new Hawaii County agency has been formed to focus on safeguarding the island’s environment and combating climate change.
Federal funds could help ease Hawaii housing crisis
Gov. Josh Green on Thursday announced plans to apply for two federal grant initiatives to help with the housing crisis in Hawaii.
Two indicted in unrelated cases
A Hilo grand jury returned indictments Wednesday in a pair of unrelated cases.
Insurance company that covers about 1,000 Big Isle customers is exiting the market
A mainland-based insurance provider is pulling out of the Hawaii market, leaving residents in Lava Zones 1 and 2 in a tough spot.
Initiative aims to equip all police officers with AED devices
At Mayor Mitch Roth’s Waimea Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, Acting Deputy Police Chief Reed Mahuna announced the initiative to put a lifesaving devise in the hands of all officers on the island.
Council votes to change process for ag land tax assessments
An effort to offer Big Island commercial farmers a better break on their taxes took a new form Wednesday.
Police renew request for info on missing Kona woman
Police are renewing their request for the community’s assistance in locating 32-year-old Jasmine Swartz of Kailua-Kona, who was reported missing by her family in April.
Police arrest 12 for DUI
During the week of July 17-23, Hawaii Island police arrested 12 motorists for DUI.
Idea for shopping spree for teachers grew from one woman’s dream
Christy Logan had an epiphany nearly 10 years ago when acting as a substitute teacher at Kealakehe Elementary School turned into an idea, then a mission.
Hilo veterans home cited, fined for deficiencies
The Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home in Hilo has been cited by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for 18 deficiencies.
UH reaches agreement with hackers in Hawaii Community College ransomware attack
The University of Hawaii has reached an agreement with those responsible for a ransomware attack on the Hawaii Community College network.
Hawaii County’s COVID death toll reaches 253
Four new deaths from COVID-19 were reported for Hawaii County this week, including two men and two women.
Charting new waters: Keaukaha paddlers prepare for Samoa competition
For the second year in a row, youth from the Keaukaha Canoe Club are anticipating an international trip of a lifetime.
County finance committee tackles housing crisis
Kailua-Kona is one step closer to getting an emergency shelter.
County measure looks to expand use of Kilauea grants
County Council members hope to broaden how Kilauea recovery grants can be awarded in Lower Puna.
Report: Single WWII relic recovered from area in Waimea
A single piece of military hardware has been recovered from an 11,000-acre area in Waimea over the last 17 years, according to a report from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.