A 21-year-old woman was taken in critical condition following a collision that was reported in Kurtistown in Hilo on Wednesday evening, January 22, 2025.

Albert "Ian" Schweitzer, who spent over two decades in prison for the killing of Dana Ireland, was released in 2023 based on new evidence.

One of Hanapepe’s most beloved attractions is the Hanapepe Swinging Bridge. Built in the early 1900s, this historic suspension bridge sways gently as you cross the Hanapepe River, offering picturesque views of the lush landscape. It’s a short, fun stop and a perfect place for photos.

The James Beard Foundation on Wednesday announced its 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award Semifinalists, and several from Hawaii are included on the list.

Police say the body of a man found hanging from a tree on Chong Street in Hilo near the Kaumana Drive intersection Saturday morning was likely that of a suicide victim.

The Waiakea Peninsula in Hilo is considered the heart of the community but in recent years it has lost its luster. “As in any aging beauty, it needs a face lift,” Banyan Drive Hawaii Redevelopment Agency Chair James McCully said.

Big Island BLNR member Riley Smith raised some concerns about the quality of the fuel storage tanks on the site, noting that the aging equipment could be susceptible to leaks and does not appear to have any system to contain any leaks that do occur.

The Hawaii Concert Society’s next presentation features music written three to five centuries ago, performed by a trio whose unusual name evokes the elements that bring to life the ancient instruments that they play.

The University of Hawaii at Hilo has announced that its Botanical Garden has received official accreditation from Botanic Gardens Conservation International, the largest plant conservation network worldwide,

The Hawaii Island Police Department is asking for the community’s help in finding a missing 18-year-old man who was last seen in the Kamehameha Ave area on Thursday, January 16,

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