East Hawaii News
Mauna Kea ‘Protectors’ Appear in Court
Several individuals who were arrested for blocking construction workers from reaching the Mauna Kea summit on June 24 appeared in court Thursday morning.
Glenwood Transfer Station Work to Begin Friday
Construction work is slated to get underway at the Glenwood Transfer Station Friday. The facility will remain open during normal operating hours.
Pair Arrested in Stolen Vehicle Incident
A pair of Hilo residents have been charged in connection to a stolen vehicle incident.
Kohala Barricade Suspect Faces 22 Charges
A 37-year-old man who barricaded himself in his Halaula home Monday night after shooting a woman and a Hawai’i Police Department officer has been charged with 22 offenses.
Wailoa Small Boat Harbor to Undergo Dredging
Wailoa Small Boat Harbor in Hilo will undergo dredging beginning at the end of the month.
Kilauea Summit Update – 7/16/15
Kilauea’s summit continues to inflate. The surface of the Overlook crater lava lake has risen in conjunction with the inflationary tilt.
Police Warn of Utility Scam
The Hawai’i Police Department is warning the public about a utility scam after a Hilo business owner received a fraudulent call.
Charter, Oceanic TWC Submit Merger Application
Charter Communications and Oceanic Time Warner Cable submitted an application to merge on Wednesday.
Shriners Hospital Visits Big Island Towns for Clinics
Shriners Hospital for Children will be on the Big Island on Thursday and Friday, providing orthopaedic care to children in Honoka’a and Kona.
National Park Support Earns Honor for Rep. Gabbard
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard has been honored with the Friend of the National Park Award from the National Parks Conservation Association.
Hilo Man Charged in Stolen Vehicle, Drug Incident
A 30-year-old Hilo man was arrested and charged after being found in a stolen vehicle passed out with drug paraphernalia.
HPD Participates in Backpack Drive
Donated backpacks can be dropped off at any Hawai’i Police Department station on the island.
Governor Ige Signs Medical Marijuana Bill into Law
Governor David Ige signed HB321, relating to medical marijuana dispensaries, into law Wednesday.
Kilauea Summit Update – 7/15/15
Kilauea’s summit continues to inflate at a slower pace on Wednesday as the rapid DI inflation event reportedly ended Tuesday around noon.
Nearly $9M Granted to Hawaiian Home Lands
$8.7 million has been awarded to the Hawai’i State Department of Hawaiian Home Lands by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Bill Related to Sex Trafficking Officially Vetoed
Governor David Ige officially vetoed eight bills on Tuesday, including one relating to sex trafficking.
Governor Ige Signs BLNR Emergency Rules
Governor David Ige has signed the Board of Land and Natural Resources’ 120-day emergency ruling, limiting access surrounding the Mauna Kea Access Road.
Crowley Plans Mayoral Run in 2016
Kawika Crowley has announced his plans to run for Hawai’i County Mayor in 2016.
HPD: Pahoa Man Located Unharmed
A 59-year-old man reported missing on Monday was located by police Tuesday morning in Hilo.
Kilauea Summit Update – 7/14/15
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the current DI event at the summit of Kilauea has entered into inflation.
