East Hawai‘i News
Driver Dies After Crashing Into Church Building
Police said they believe both speeding and alcohol were factors in the fatal crash early today on Kinoole Street.
Men Sought on Outstanding Warrants in Separate Cases
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Chad Simmerman and Kainoa Black, who are both wanted on warrants and for questioning in unrelated matters.
Forecast Calls for More Cool Nights, Possible Thunderstorms
A low-pressure system to the northeast and a recently passed cold front contributed to a cool night Sunday, although nothing that was record-shattering.
UH-Hilo’s Hong Finalist for Chancellor at Lousiana University
Luoluo Hong has served as the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s vice chancellor for student affairs since 2008.
UPDATE: Body of Missing Wailuku River Fisherman Found
The 34-year-old man was fishing near the mouth of the Wailuku River below the Hilo Armory early Saturday evening when he tripped and fell into the water.
Gabbard Begins Mandatory Annual National Guard Training
The first-term congresswoman, who is also a military police captain, reported to a fort in Missouri for the two weeks of service.
Body Found Near End of Hwy 130 in Kalapana
An autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death of the decomposing body found by a hiker in a forested area near the lava plain.
Man Injured in Drug-Related Explosion Dies
Police said the 30-year-old man sustained third-degree burns when butane apparently being used to refine marijuana exploded.
Police Release Jan. 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Hilo Man Charged in Panaewa Burglary
Kody Ono has been accused of burglary and theft in connection with property crimes that occurred in the Hilo neighborhood in December.
Would-Be Volcano Viewers Require Chopper Rescue
The hikers became lost in dense forest while hiking towards the Pu`u `O`o vent from a trail that begins in the Fern Forest subdivision.
Presentations Highlight 5th Annual Volcano Awareness Month
During the upcoming weeks, scientists from Hawaiian Volcano Observatory will speak on a wealth of topics during talks around the island.
Isle Drying Out After 2+ Feet of Rain; More Coming
National Weather Service gauges recorded double-digit rainfall in at least five locations; a new system approaching will bring more rain and maybe thunderstorms.
Hawaii County Designates ‘Treecycling’ Locations
Christmas trees free of tinsel and all other decorations can be dropped off at designated locations at landfills or certain transfer stations.
UPDATE: Investigation of Drug-Related Explosion Leads to Arrest
Police have arrested a woman who lives at the Puna home where a drug-related explosion occurred Saturday, resulting in severe burns to another resident.
Hole Opens in Mauka Paauilo Road, Swallows Truck
The woman driving the pickup that went into the hole was able to escape unharmed, but shaken.
Weather Closes Laupahoehoe, Keaau and Pahoa Libraries
The state library system said an announcement would be made as to their reopening.
UPDATE: Storm Not Yet Done With Big Island
Forecasters say the low-pressure trough that has brought torrential downpours, thunderstorms and even hail is moving — albeit slowly — away from the Big Island.
Hamakua, Hilo and Puna Pounded by Storm
The National Weather Service said a flash-flood advisory was in place for those areas until at least noon.
Target Breach Could Affect 121,000 Hawaii Shoppers
The state’s consumer advocate is advising residents to be on the lookout for fraudulent purchases or identity theft for up to a year.
