East Hawai‘i News
Lava Flow Update for Friday, Sept. 5
The surface flow has advanced approximately 150 yards since Thursday.
Ka`u Man Arrested on Suspicion of Attempted Murder
While the attempted murder charge remains under investigation, Rayner Kinney is in court to face drug and protective order charges.
USGS Issues Eruption Warning as June 27 Lava Flow Advances
Another community meeting will be held Thursday night at 6:30 p.m. inside the Pahoa High School Cafeteria to keep residents updated on the lava flow.
USDA Issues Secretarial Disaster Designation for Hawai`i County
Local farmers who meet the requirements for emergency loans will have eight months to apply for aid.
Hilo Man Faces Multiple Charges
Hawai’i Island police have located a Hilo man wanted for contempt of court and violating probation.
Traffic Accident Reported On Kanoelehua Highway
A two-vehicle accident on Kanoelehua Highway temporarily stalled traffic Wednesday morning.
Lava Threat Level Poised To Increase
With the lava advancing at about 800 feet per day, it could be a matter of days before Hawaii County officials elevate the threat level.
Police Search for Big Island Man
According to a police report issued Tuesday, Josiah Ikaika Konanui is wanted on a $1,000 bench warrant for contempt of court.
Hilo Man Faces Assault Charge
According to a police report, Joshua Resun, 31, was arrested about 9:20 p.m. Saturday in relation to the crime.
Police Investigate Puna Burglary
According to a police report, Puna Patrol officers responded to a report about 3 a.m. at 15-1700 block of 25th Avenue in the Hawaiian Paradise park subdivision.
Lava Flow Update for Monday, Sept. 1
Lava continued northeast Sunday through the Wao Kele o Puna Forest Reserve.
Civil Defense Give Latest Lava Flow Update Tuesday and Thursday
Hawaii County officials announce there will be two community meetings held this week for the latest updates on the position of a lava flow threatening residential areas and infrastructure in Puna.
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.
