News across Hawaii County

‘Full Bleed’ brings new voices to Hilo’s Wailoa Center
Manga. Anime. Graffiti. Urban art.

Mobile medical van with 4-wheel drive serves rural Kaʻū after Hurricane Lowell shutters health center
After Hurricane Lala left Kaʻū communities in disarray, Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies, with support from Direct Relief, has stepped up with mobile medical services, offering essential care to isolated residents.

Hawaiʻi County awards $450K in Impact Grants
The program is an annual competitive opportunity for nonprofit organizations; eligible proposals include research, programs or projects that have a positive impact on Hawai'i Island communities.

The Food Basket opens online SNAP payments for DA BOX
The Hawaiʻi Island Food Basket now offers online SNAP payments for DA BOX, enhancing access to fresh local produce while supporting over 70 small farmers.

Police host Youth Car Show this Saturday
The Hawaii Police Department’s Hilo Community Policing Section and the Hawaii Police Activities League’s (HI-PAL) is holding a free Youth Car Show this Saturday at the Hilo Drag Strip.

PHOTOS: Cheer competition continues at Hilo High
By Tim Wright


Warriors’ woes are all fixable, coaches contend
In a mall-like map, the University of Hawaii football team is here:
Man pleads not guilty in shooting death of veteran
A 49-year-old Puna man pleaded not guilty Friday in the shooting death of an Army combat veteran.
Shohei Ohtani provides health update: ‘My swing is in a better place’
LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani took batting practice on the field at Dodger Stadium this week, which is rare for him.
Puka Nacua will play for Rams against Eagles, but Aaron Donald will not
LOS ANGELES — Star receiver Puka Nacua will play against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in Philadelphia, but star defensive lineman Aaron Donald is out because of a back issue, Rams coach Sean McVay said Friday.
Tsai: How the Hawaii and San Jose State football teams match up
The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors football team is back in action at 6 p.m. at the Clarence T.C. Ching Complex on Oahu, taking on Mountain West foe San Jose State.