East Hawaii News
Two More Big Island Dengue Cases Confirmed
On Thursday, Feb. 4, a community meeting regarding the outbreak will take place at Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park’s Amphitheater.
Marines Helicopter Squadron Leader Fired Days Before Hawai’i Crash
The commander of the Hawai’i helicopter squadron was fired by a Marines General just days before two CH-53E helicopters crashed off the north shore of Oahu.
Hilo Man Charged in 2015 Copper Theft
On June 23 and June 25, 128 pounds of copper pipe had been reportedly removed from a warehouse in Pana’ewa.
High School Students Learn ‘Mad Money’ Skills
Members of HFS Federal Credit Union’s marketing team presented seniors from St. Joseph School with a crash-course on decision making and budgeting.
Missing 85-Year-Old Woman Located
Luciana Flores returned to her home Monday morning. She was unharmed.
Siren, Emergency Alert System to Sound Test
Each month, the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency conducts siren testing in coordination with the live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
Scheduled Lane Closures Feb. 1-5
Various portions of roadway will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
Police Searching for Missing Woman
Luciana Flores, 85, was last seen on Friday in Puna. The Hawai’i Police Department says that the missing woman is in need of medication.
Police Investiging Shooting at Honoli’i
The alleged shooting happened early Sunday morning. Officers from the Hawai’i Police Department continue to investigate the incident.
Honoli’i Beach Park, Kahoa Street Closed
No official reason has been given for the closure, which was announced early Sunday morning by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Na’i Aupuni ‘Aha Begins Monday
The presentations will not be open to the public or media, but it will be streamed online via Olelo Community Media.
Water Resource Management Commission Seeks to Fill Seat
Under the State Commission on Water Resource Management, exclusive jurisdiction and final authority over matters relating to the implementation and administration of the State Water Code is conducted.
Weekend Road Work
Two East Hawai’i lane closures will continue through the weekend as night and weekend work continues.
No Tsunami Threat Following 7.0M Russia Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that occurred north of Yelizovo, Russia.
Identities of Stolen Credit Card Users Sought
Credit cards stolen on Tuesday and Wednesday were later used at various Kona locations, including some with surveillance cameras.
Police Release Jan. 29 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Man Charged in Hilo Burglary
Colin Kerrigan, 25, has been charged with burglary and theft following a break-in on Wednesday in Hilo.
Komohana Street Traffic Shift
The shift will be to the mauka lane, which will remain under a one lane, one-way 24-hour traffic pattern in the Waianuenue Avenue direction.
Hawai’i Tops Charts for ‘Well-Being’
Hawai’i was ranked the highest in nation for overall well-being.
Gabbard Urges Ige to Declare State of Emergency on Dengue
Under a state of emergency, State funds and assistance would be made available to the island
