Hawaii's Big Island

Hurricane Lala skirted Hawaii’s Big Island without making landfall, leaving the region lashed by strong winds and heavy rain that caused flooding. Tropical storm warnings remain in effect for islands including Maui, Oahu, and Kauai. Forecasters warn that higher elevations on the island could receive up to 25 inches of rain, posing a risk of mudslides and flash flooding.

Tropical Storm Lala is expected to strengthen into a hurricane before approaching Hawaii's Big Island, potentially marking its first landfall since 1871. The storm threatens heavy rains, which could cause destructive flooding and mudslides, with rainfall totals reaching as high as 25 inches in some spots on the Big Island. Warnings are issued for both the Big Island and Maui County, advising residents to prepare for potential strong winds and life-threatening surf.

A hurricane warning was issued for Hawaii's Big Island ahead of Tropical Storm Lala, which is expected to reach Category 1 hurricane status by Saturday. The tropical storm is predicted to pass over or just south of the island as it moves east to west. Forecasters warn that heavy rain could be the biggest danger this weekend, with a possible landfall occurring on Saturday or Sunday.

Jacob Baker, 36, is charged with murder in the deaths of three elderly men in Hawaii. Prosecutors described the killings as 'heinous' and a judge ordered a mental fitness examination for Baker.

A man charged with murder in three killings on Hawaii's Big Island has been ordered to undergo a mental fitness exam. Prosecutors described the killings as 'especially heinous, atrocious, or cruel.'

A man is charged with murder in the killings of three men in their 60s and 70s on Hawaii's Big Island. One victim was found partially submerged in a cement pond.

A suspect accused of killing three elderly men in a rural part of Hawaii's Big Island has been charged with murder and other offenses. Police announced the charges on Sunday.

A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder in the killings of three people in a remote community on Hawaii's Big Island. The community is described as eclectic and communal.

A man wanted in connection with the killings of three elderly men was arrested after a massive search of Hawaii's Big Island, which had caused residents to feel uneasy.

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Hawaii's Big Island near Hōnaunau-Nāpōʻopoʻo, unrelated to Kilauea volcano's expected eruption in the coming days. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) attributes the quake to stress from oceanic plate bending, with over 2,500 residents reporting felt shaking and several aftershocks.