Tom Callis

May 24, 2019 | 1 MIN READ

The state Department of Public Safety has issued a draft environmental assessment for a new medium-security unit at the Hawaii Community Correctional Center.

May 19, 2019 | 4 MIN READ

A discussion during a meeting Thursday night in Pahoa about what to name fissure 8 revolved mostly around what deity it should reflect.

May 19, 2019 | 2 MIN READ

One of the proponents of a new farmers market and cultural demonstration site in Pahoa says it’s all about helping the town survive. And then thrive.

May 18, 2019 | 2 MIN READ

As Puna Geothermal Venture moves toward restarting following last year’s Kilauea eruption, a new power purchase agreement with Hawaii Electric Light Co. might be on the table.

May 18, 2019 | 1 MIN READ

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is proposing three flood control projects for the Waiakea and Palai streams in Hilo.

May 17, 2019 | 1 MIN READ

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory hasn’t yet increased the alert level for Mauna Loa as it shows signs of increased activity.

May 17, 2019 | 2 MIN READ

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory staff are starting to settle in to the former Hilo Iron Works building, their third move since the Kilauea eruption displaced them from their headquarters in Hawai...

May 16, 2019 | 2 MIN READ

A $66.9 million federal grant heading to the state for disaster recovery was welcomed news for Hawaii County officials.

May 16, 2019 | 2 MIN READ

The future of the Pohoiki boat ramp could become more clear in the coming weeks.

May 12, 2019 | 2 MIN READ

A block party held in Pahoa on Saturday gave lower Puna residents a chance to reconnect with each other and celebrate their home that remains scarred by last year’s Kilauea eruption.

May 12, 2019 | 1 MIN READ

The state Board on Geographic Names will host a community meeting Thursday about naming fissure 8 and other features from last year’s Kilauea eruption.

May 11, 2019 | 2 MIN READ

Mayor Harry Kim delivered some reassuring news to lower Puna residents who gathered Friday evening to advocate for restoration of their lava-ravaged communities.

May 11, 2019 | 1 MIN READ

Mayor Harry Kim says Southwest Airlines is coming to Hilo.

May 10, 2019 | 4 MIN READ

State Department of Transportation officials had their last informational meeting on a road usage charge demonstration project Thursday evening in Hilo.

May 8, 2019 | 1 MIN READ

A Hawaii County Council committee advanced a resolution Tuesday allowing police to close Keaukaha Road at night.

May 5, 2019 | 7 MIN READ

Hawaii County officials are targeting the end of the year for developing a proposed recovery plan for lower Puna.