East Hawaii News
Nagata Confirmed to Third Circuit District Court Role
Nagata will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of District Court Judge Barbara T. Takase.
Hilo Man Faces Charges After Being Located with County Property
Winson Reiong of Hilo was charged with theft after he was located with property belonging to Hawai’i County.
Three UH Infrared Telescope Vehicles Stolen in Hilo
The Hawai’i Police Department reports that the vehicles were a gray 2011 Ford pickup truck, a white 2014 Ford flatbed truck, and a black 2013 Ford Explorer.
Firearms Among Items Removed in Kaumana Burglary
The incident occurred between April 15 and April 20 at a home on the 800 block of Kaumana Drive.
Thirty-Day Milestone Reached in Big Island Dengue Outbreak
A major milestone was reached in the Big Island dengue fever outbreak, with 30 days since the last report of locally acquired dengue fever.
Autopsy on Ocean View Man Inconclusive
Watson died while in police custody Monday morning after the Hawai’i Police Department was called to a Hawaiian Ocean View Estates subdivision home in response to a reported shooting.
Students Plan to ‘Fight the Hike’ with Tuition-Opposing Rallies
Student have organized what they area calling “Fight the Hike” rallies on both campuses to show opposition to the increases.
Open Season for Lobster and Kona Crab Comes to an End
Open season for the catches will close on Sunday through the end of August. During the closed season, it is illegal to take, possess, or sell the shellfish.
Ohia Seed Conservation Campaign Exceeds Original Goal
In two months, the campaign raised its initial goal with 407 individual contributions.
State and County Officials Plan Dengue Status Update
The Oahu meeting will discuss a new phase of response activities as no newly confirmed cases have occurred in over a month.
Hirono Takes Senate Floor in Push to Confirm Judicial Nominees
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell blocked Senator Hirono’s request.
Hawai’i Bankers Association Launches State-Wide Foodbank Drive
Non-perishable food items in need include meats, rice, soups, vegetables, and fruits.
No New Dengue Cases Confirmed Tuesday
The Hawai’i Department of Health continues to list the total case count at 264 cases, with the most recent case confirmed on Friday.
U.S. Senate Passes NATIVE Act Co-Introduced by Schatz
Senator Schatz said he authored the bill because native communities in the U.S. are “unique and have histories and cultures that can only be shared in America.”
DPW to Begin Railroad Avenue Roadway Striping in Hilo
County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works Traffic Division crews will conduct the striping between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. through Friday, May 6.
HPD Investigating Death of Ocean View Man
An investigation into a Monday morning incident that left a man dead is underway.
Honoka’a Jazz Band Receives Congressional Recognition
Big Island students and music director Gary Washburn were recognized during the tour with a congressional certificate.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 341 DUI arrests have been made so far in 2016. That number is a 14 percent increase from last year’s count of 299 arrests during the same time period.
Kanehoa Community to be Recognized as ‘Firewise’
On May 7, when their work day is completed, the Kanehoa community will receive recognition as a community that has worked towards wildfire readiness as the second Firewise community in Hawai’i.
