East Hawai‘i News
Police Release Dec. 20 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Former Hilo Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud
Justin Wade Smith, who stole more than $1 million by making false claims, faces up to 41 years in prison when he is sentenced in March.
Major Kilauea Avenue Work Pau, Both Lanes Now Open
The repaving part of the improvements underway between Aupuni Street and Wailoa Bridge has been completed, although some work will resume after Christmas.
40 Million Credit Cards Stolen From Target
State consumer protection officials are offering tips for those who may have been the victim of identify theft.
UPDATE: Big Island Weather Easing As System Moves Northeast
Following a night of heavy rain in Hilo and Puna, all flood watches and advisories for the Big Island have been lifted.
CDC to Collect Health Data on Native Hawaiians
The federal study will be the first nationally to differentiate Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders from Asian categories.
Kenoi Optimistic About Naniloa’s Future
But the Big Island’s mayor said the resort’s new owners will be held accountable if they fail to live up to their timetable for renovation of the Hilo landmark.
Second Man Charged in Waiakea Burglaries
A 30-year-old Hilo man is being held on $185,000 bail after becoming the second suspect accused of burglarizing several Hilo homes earlier this month.
UPDATE: Senate Passes Budget Without Hawaii Fee Exemption
The state’s Senate and House members said the more than doubling of the airline fee disproportionately affects residents of Hawaii and Alaska.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch Upgraded to Advisory
A low pressure system is bringing cool temperatures and heavy rainfall to the Big Island and Maui.
Gabbard to Meet With Hawaiian Homesteaders, Students
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is making a swing through the state that will include a commencement address Wednesday on Oahu and visits on the Big Island Thursday.
Keiki Activities Offered at Hilo Gyms During Holiday Break
The programs include art instruction, craft-making, music, dance, physical fitness, swimming as well as field trips at both the Waiakea Uka and Wainaku gyms.
Lawsuit Seeks to Stop Naval Training Plan
The environmental law firm Earthjustice is challenging the National Marine Fisheries Service’s approval of naval training.
One-Way Traffic Pattern Near Church for Christmas
Kapiolani Street will be restricted to traffic in the Puna direction near St. Joseph Church on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Traffic Deaths Down by a Third Over Last Year
There have been 25 traffic fatalities on the Big Island so far this year — including eight in the first six weeks — compared to 37 at this time in 2012.
Food Poisoning Confirmed as Source of Illnesses at Oahu School
Spaghetti cooked the previous day and improperly reheated was determined to be the cause of the illness that struck dozens at the Leeward Oahu School Dec. 10.
North Hawaii Hospital to Formalize Ties With Queen’s
The agreement will improve “every aspect” of North Hawaii Community Hospital, the chairman of its board of directors said.
Gas Line Ruptured During Kilauea Avenue Construction
Traffic was affected for about two hours this morning by the leak resulting from a repaving project on Kilauea Avenue.
Father Accused of Car Theft, Son of 57 Offenses
The two were arrested Wednesday after being stopped in a stolen SUV.
