East Hawaii News
HPD: Autopsy Results Reveal Fugitive’s Cause of Death
The Hawai’i Police Department has released autopsy results from an incident Tuesday night in Hilo involving a 29-year-old man who died in an officer involved shooting.
UPDATE: No Tsunami Threat Following 4.1M Kilauea Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 4.1 magnitude earthquake that occurred on the south flank of Kilauea
Police Release Feb. 12 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Schatz, CDC Official Discuss Big Island Dengue
As of Thursday afternoon, a total of 254 cases on dengue fever have been confirmed on the Big Island, including two cases that remain “potentially infectious.”
HFD: Rubbish Fire Extinguished on Hoaka Road
One acre of clear brush was burned when a rubbish fire was left unattended on Hoaka Road in Hilo on Thursday.
DOE Honors February as Hawaiian Language Month
Hawaiian Language Month was first officially designated in 2013. DOE officials encourage schools across the state to join in the celebration.
TMT Assessing Future Options for Telescope
Thirty Meter Telescope officials want the construction of the controversial $1.8 billion project underway by April 2018.
Missing Man Located
Justin D. Eaton had last been seen in Hilo on Feb. 2, and was also wanted on a bench warrant for contempt of court.
Dengue Fever: Two Cases Confirmed, 254 Total
The dengue fever count on the Big Island rose by two Thursday afternoon.
County Seeks Summer Fun Program Hires
Summer Fun activity aides will earn $11 an hour, and activity technicians will earn $14 an hour.
Peak of Whale Season Calls for ‘Vigilance’
Large numbssr of humpback whales roam the Hawaiian waters from November through May, with a peak in the month of February.
DBEDT Projects Steady Growth Rates in 2016
In the Economic Outlook section of the recently released first quarter 2016 Statistical and Economic Report, DBEDT holds the growth rate at an unchanged number from the previous forecast.
Crew Members Safe Following Vessel Fire South of Hawai’i
The United States Coast Guard coordinated the rescue after the crew members abandoned ship when it caught fire 1,800 miles south of the state.
Big Island Press Club Accepts Scholarship Applications
In 2015, BIPC gave out awards to six Big Island students totaling $4,600 at its annual scholarship dinner.
3.2M Earthquake Shook the Big Island Wednesday
The earthquake, which was recorded at 9:53 a.m., was located 16 miles east of Honaunau-Napoopoo.
Pedestrian Killed in Single-Vehicle Accident Sunday Identified
An autopsy conducted Wednesday determined that he died as a result of injuries sustained in the accident.
‘Suspicious Device’ Evacuates Ka’u Learning Academy
The boy was arrested on suspicion of possessing an explosive device.
Police Identify Suspect Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting
Scottie Yanagawa was wanted in November as an escapee from Hale Nani Correctional Facility; and also for questioning in a shooting that took place in late January.
Hikianalia To Sail into Hilo
The Hikianalia will spread the message of taking care of Island Earth, with the help of Polunesian Voyaging Society crew members, Hawai’i’s Ohana Waa, and the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center.
Senate, House Committees Pass Amended ‘Marsy’s Law’
The bill would amend the Hawai’i State Constitution to guarantee specific rights to victims of crime.
