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Hilo man charged with attempted distribution of meth and firearms offenses

Toledo is scheduled for preliminary hearing in Hilo District Court on Tuesday afternoon. He remains in custody in lieu of $641,000 bail

Hawaiʻi County officials urge public to take precautions as Tropical Storm Hone strengthens

“We ask that everyone remain vigilant and prioritize their safety during this time,” said Mayor Mitch Roth in the Saturday morning statement.

Hawaiʻi county to relocate homeless camp in Hilo

We are thankful for the cooperation and teamwork among the various County agencies and nonprofit service providers who remain committed to making this effort a success,” said Mayor Mitch Roth.

Man sentenced to ten years in prison for attempted methamphetamine distribution in Hilo park

According to police reports, on January 31, 2024, Kapeli was contacted by police while seated on the stage area of the Mo‘oheau Bandstand with a backpack between his legs. Following the execution of a narcotics search warrant, vice officers recovered over four ounces of methamphetamine within Kapeli’s backpack.

Safe space pilot project for youth launches on Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island

“Our youth have told us that they need safe places to go when it is not safe for them at home or to get help with problems like bullying and mental health,” said Hawaii Youth Services Network Executive Director Judith Clark.

Update: Brush fire in Waikōloa contained after scorching 75 acres

Currently, no structures are threatened, thanks to the winds pushing the fire southward, away from residential areas.

Police seeking missing 16-year-old runaway

French is described as a local female, approximately 5-feet and 3-inches tall, 230 pounds with black hair and hazel eyes.  She was last seen wearing a black Calvin Klein shirt, green shorts and white shoes.

Column: Fiasco good time to brush up on flag etiquette, remember meaning behind symbol

Reading in an email — and seeing in a submitted photo — sent to Big Island Now that the flags at Kona Community Aquatic Center were still flying full-mast Saturday, despite a governor’s flag order to lower them to half-staff in honor of late Big Island state Rep. Mark Nakashima, who died last week, was curious.

Poll results: It takes more than just one trait to be a responsible developer

There are several recent examples of Hawai‘i residents, including Native Hawaiians, environmental organizations, homeowners associations and others, clashing with developers and real estate investors. So our most recent poll asked, “What is the most important trait of a responsible developer?”

Big Island Now poll No. 55: What is the most important trait of a responsible developer?

The controversy and pushback surrounding the proposed Punalu‘u Village project in Ka‘ū have been swift. Intense at times. But it’s just one recent example throughout Hawai‘i of problems and clashes with developers and real estate investors.

UH-discovered asteroid to make close approach to Earth, no impact risk

The asteroid, named 2024 MK, is about 575 feet or nearly two football fields across, and will brighten to visual magnitude 8, fainter than what is visible by the naked eye but easily detectable with binoculars or a small telescope.

Hilo homeless shelter to open this summer

The Hilo shelter is scheduled to open late-August, next to The Salvation Army Hilo Temple Corps, at 219 Ponahawai St., for 12 overnight hours a day on a first-come, first-served basis.

21-year-old killed in North Kona crash; negligent homicide investigation launched

While crossing over the centerline, the Subaru collided head-on with a northbound silver 2000 Acura Integra sedan, driven by a 21-year-old man, later identified as Alvin Godfrey Castro III. Castro was transported to the North Hawaii Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 6:25 a.m.

Upcoming lane closures as Kohala schools improve crosswalks

The Department of Public Works Highway Division has announced it will install three raised crosswalks in front of Kohala Elementary, Middle, and High Schools from June 17 to 21, causing lane closures.

Police investigating after body of 21-year-old is found in Volkswagen

The victim has been positively identified as 21-year-old Sachiko Myers of Ocean View.

Hawaiʻi Island police report 21 DUIs in one week

Hawaiʻi Island police provided an overview of the number of DUI arrests, major crashes, and fatal accidents this year, reporting 426 DUI arrests compared with 447 during the same period last year, a decrease of 4.7 percent.

 Hawaiʻi police lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy

“Congratulations to Lieutenant Lewis on successfully completing the esteemed FBI National Academy. His hard work and commitment to excellence embody the high standards we strive for in Hawaii Police Department,” said Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz.

Police seek help with 2022 homicide case after finding decomposed body in Big Island residence

Hawai‘i Island police are seeking the publicʻs help with a 2022 murder case that involves the discovery of a decomposing body following a report of a foul odor coming from a residence.

Police seek missing Ka‘ū woman

Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for 38-year-old Rachel Paul of Ka‘ū.

Hawai‘i Island police searching for man last seen in Hilo

Caleb Strayer, 29, is Caucasian, 5 feet 9 inches tall, and approximately 170 pounds.
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