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Kona man charged in electric bike theft, 2 unrelated criminal property damage cases; police continue to seek woman suspect

22-year-old Luke Deniz charged with second-degree burglary, second-degree theft and 3 counts of second-degree criminal property damage.

1 teen dead, 3 others seriously injured in Waikōloa car vs. semi collision

A silver 2022 Chevrolet Spark sedan being driven by a 17-year-old girl was turning left shortly before 8 a.m. Thursday morning onto Māmalahoa Highway from Waikōloa Road when it was broadsided by a white 2018 Peterbilt semi tractor-trailer transporting 5,000 gallons of water that was heading south on Waikōloa Road.

Update: Runway reopens at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport following brief closure

Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises passengers to check with their airline about status of their flight.

Hensel to be next president of University of Hawaiʻi

The university’s Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday to appoint the current executive vice chancellor and university provost at the City University of New York to succeed David Lassner, who will retire at the end of this year after serving as UH president for more than 11 years.

October supermoon reinforces royal effect on coastal waters, ushering in minor King Tides

Peak monthly high tides will cause isolated minor flooding from late tonight through Sunday morning along island shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.

Young Brothers seeks 20% rate hike on majority of cargo

The shipping company is asking the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission for the additional revenue to cover significant spikes in service costs, support critical investments in equipment and infrastructure upgrades and sustain vital interisland services. 

Update: 1 of 3 teens previously reported as runaways located in good health

17-year-old Hunter Mercier was located Oct. 16. No new information released about Mary Costner or Damon Weber.

YWCA of Hawaiʻi Island eyes next century starting with expansion of preschool

The $21 million capital project, “Building a Bright Future for our Keiki, Families & Community,” has begun as the YWCA prepares to rebuild the newly-imagined YWCA Preschool.

‘Rocky Horror’ returning to Hawai‘i Island’s Aloha Theatre just in time for Halloween

The iconic show follows sweethearts Brad and Janet as they discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 17-23: Imu workshops, youth kickboxing, free pet microchipping, ‘Super Smash Bros Utlimate,’ a fall fest and more

The middle of October brings with it a variety of events and activities around the Big Island.

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4 Ironman world champions to compete in men’s strong elite field in Kona on Oct. 26
Check out full VinFast Ironman World Championship results for local finishers
Ironman volunteer medics treat hypothermia, dehydration among race competitors
Top Hawai‘i Island Ironman finisher performed like a pro, but the run did her in

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‘Rocky Horror’ returning to Hawai‘i Island’s Aloha Theatre just in time for Halloween

The iconic show follows sweethearts Brad and Janet as they discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 17-23: Imu workshops, youth kickboxing, free pet microchipping, ‘Super Smash Bros Utlimate,’ a fall fest and more

The middle of October brings with it a variety of events and activities around the Big Island.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 10-16: Let the spooky season events begin, plus fall fun and more

Some of the island’s first Halloween-related events are this weekend, along with other autumnal affairs in Waimea and Kea‘au. That’s not all. There’s plenty to do. Check out the top 10 now!

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 3-9: 3rd Aloha Shirt Festival, Shrek The Musical, celebrating Rosh Hashanah, Taste of the Philippines

There’s once again no lack of fun coming up around the Big Island. Check out our top 10 things to do on the island now!

‘Absolutely breathtaking’: Big Islanders awed by partial solar eclipse

Many across social media platforms posted their photos from the cosmic alignment that placed the moon between the sun and Earth, including Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.

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Big Island Now poll results: Mixed feelings felt about Hawaiian Electric’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program
Big Island Now poll results: Services just as important to consider when looking at building a new Kona hospital
Big Island Now poll no. 56: What is most important when considering a new hospital?
Poll results: It takes more than just one trait to be a responsible developer

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Young Brothers seeks 20% rate hike on majority of cargo
Business Monday: Kona aquafarm raising tasty abalone with sustainable operation powered by deep ocean water
Business Monday: Big Island real estate company purchases Lili‘uokalani Trust industrial property in Kona
Big Island hotels follow state trend with lower occupancy, less revenue per available rooms in August

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Volcano Watch: The 2024 Great Hawai‘i ShakeOut
National park reopens Maunaulu parking lot, associated trails as wildfire smolders
Wildfire burning near Nāpau Crater in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; Kīlauea not erupting
Several more areas now reopen with end of Kīlauea middle East Rift Zone eruption

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October supermoon reinforces royal effect on coastal waters, ushering in minor King Tides
Update: State health department cancels high bacteria count notification for Richardson Ocean Park
New UH research shows invasive seaweeds thrive in nearshore waters with high salt level, outcompeting native species
3 Hawaiian monk seal pups admitted to marine mammal hospital in Kona

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Proposals sought for Maui Affordable Housing Fund projects

The County of Maui Department of Housing issued a request for proposals seeking affordable housing projects that will be funded by the Affordable Housing Fund in Fiscal Year 2026. The projects must propose housing solutions that provide housing for families earning 140% and below of the County of Maui’s median family income. 

Hawaiʻi gas prices move up slightly

Hawaiʻi gas prices moved up slightly in most areas over the past week, according to the AAA Hawaiʻi Weekend Gas Watch. The statewide average price for regular unleaded is $4.60, one cent higher than last week and 18 cents lower than a year ago. The national average gas price is $3.19, two cents lower than last week. 

Costal Flood Statement in effect through Sunday morning

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Statement, in effect from late Thursday night through Sunday morning. Isolated minor coastal flooding is expected around daily peak tides in vulnerable low-lying coastal areas.

Update/Open: Kona airport runway temporarily closed due to the nose gear collapse of a Cessna plane

The runway at the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole has reopened as of 2:25 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. Passengers should contact their airline to check on the status of their flight.

Ke Alahele Education Fund Dinner in support of STEM education, Oct. 26

The long-awaited Maui Economic Development Board's Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction, "Pathways To Our Future" takes place on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Organizers say participation and generosity helps to advance STEM education and workforce development, playing a vital role in the well-being and future prosperity of the islands.

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City University of New York administrator to take helm at University of Hawaiʻi

The university's Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday to appoint the current executive vice chancellor and university provost at the City University of New York to succeed David Lassner, who will retire at the end of this year after serving as UH president for more than 11 years.

Minor King Tides coming to coastal court as October supermoon rises

Peak monthly high tides will cause isolated minor flooding from late tonight through Sunday morning along island shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.

Kauai Weather Forecast for October 17, 2024

Gentle to localized sea breezes will be the dominant wind pattern today. There will be an increase in overall shower coverage the next couple of days&#44...

Kauai Surf Forecast for October 17, 2024

Surf along north-facing shores will steadily fade through the second half of the week as a north-northwest swell moves out. A small, medium-period swell is...

Retail employees from throughout state help build Habitat for Humanity homes on Kaua‘i

Eight volunteers representing stores on Kaua‘i, O‘ahu, Maui and Hawai‘i Island worked on five nearly-completed Waimea Huakai homes.