East Hawai‘i News
Police Investigate Increase in Vehicle Break-Ins
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a significant increase in reported car break-ins over the past three months, particularly in the Waiākea Uka and Kaūmana areas of Hilo.
Police Release Aug. 29 List of Arrest Warrants
Police ask that anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person on this list call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
HVO, Civil Defense Give Latest Lava Flow Update
HVO scientist Jim Kauahikaua and Civil Defense head Daryl Oliveira provided updates to a crowd of hundreds at the Pahoa Community Center last night.
State Supreme Court Dismisses ACLU Voting Suit
A lawsuit filed on behalf of the American Civil Liberties Union asking the State Supreme Court to allow voters affected by Tropical Storm Iselle to cast a vote for the August primary election has been dismissed.
UPDATE: Iselle’s Impact Does Not Meet Federal Disaster Declaration Criteria
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied Hawai’i’s request for a major disaster declaration due to Tropical Storm Iselle.
Kona Man Found Guilty of Crystal Meth Distribution
33-year-old Kali Lotoaiki Laulea of Kona faces up to 40 years in prison and a $5 million fine.
June 27 Lava Flow Creeps Toward Kaohe Homesteads
Recent breakout advances toward the eastern boundary of the Wao Kele O Puna Forest Reserve.
Keck Observatory Spots ‘Monster Galaxy’ Formation
Record-setting find offers a glimpse into the violent nature of the early universe.
Big Island High Schools Among ‘Most Improved’
Students from Hilo, Honoka`a, Kohala and Konawaena High schools achieved significantly higher test scores in 2014, while other area schools saw improvements in graduation rates.
Police Arrest 26 Motorists for DUI Offenses
Arrests come amid a marked increase in major accidents on Big Island roadways.
No Tsunami Advisory After 7.0 Peru Quake
The large earthquake came just hours after a 6.0 quake struck northern California.
Search Underway for Another Hale Nani Escapee
Kalikona Fukuhara’s escape from Hilo’s Hale Nani Correctional Facility was the second in as many days.
Civil Defense to Hold Pahoa Meetings on June 27 Lava Flow
Community meetings will be held next Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at the Pahoa Community Center to update residents on the June 27 lava flow and its potential impact.
Former State Legislator Bob Herkes Dies
Herkes served on the Hawai`i County Council, Hawai`i state Senate, and Hawai`i state House of Representatives.
UPDATE: USGS Monitoring Potential Lava Flow Threat to Homes
If the June 24 lava flow continues to advance, it could threaten residential areas and infrastructure, according to HVO scientists.
HFD Personnel Extinguish Pahoa Garage Fire
Carport fire happened Thursday evening at a home on Forest Drive.
Weekend Military Convoys to Travel Big Island Highways
Motorists using Queen K, Saddle Road and other Big Island roadways are advised to use caution.
Scammers Target Hawai`i Island Electric Customers
Unidentified callers have reportedly requested social security information from Hawai`i Electric Light customers.
Puna Hiking Trail Closed For Cleanup
Severe tree damage caused by Hurricane Iselle has blocked access to Haena (Shipman) Beach in South Hilo.
