East Hawai‘i News
Police Charge Puna Man For Several Offenses Related to Domestic Incident
A Big Island man faces several charges stemming from a domestic-related incident in Puna.
UH-Hilo Men’s Soccer Adds 11 Newcomers While Navigating Coaching Transition
The 2022 University of Hawai‘i at Hilo men’s soccer team under first-year head coach Garrett Estrin features 11 incoming players to mesh with a dozen returnees from a year ago.
More Details Emerge About Officer-Involved Shooting In Hilo
Ceceilia Cafiero of Hilo was at Hilo Axe Lounge Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 23, getting ready for a business mixer there when she saw several police cars coming down Keawe Street in downtown Hilo.
Police Investigating Traffic-Related Death in Hilo
Big Island police are investigating following an early Wednesday morning, Aug. 24, incident in Hilo that left one man dead.
Police Release Additional Information About Officer-Involved Shooting in Hilo
Detectives with the Hawai’i Police Department are investigating following an officer-involved shooting shortly after 4 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 23, in Hilo.
Cultural Exchange: Students From Okinawa, Japan, Experience Life on The Big Island
Twelve students from Okinawa, Japan, are getting the full Big Island experience this week.
Cop on Top Fundraiser For Special Olympics Returns
Big Island police will again be raising funds for Special Olympics athletes for three days later this week.
Second Annual Vulcan Challenge Fundraiser Underway
The fundraiser seeks funds to support the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo athletics department and student-athletes.
UH-Hilo Women’s Volleyball Wraps Up Play at Hawai‘i-Alaska Challenge
The Vulcans lost the first set 25-18, the second set 25-9 and the third set 25-17.
Police Investigating Possible Drowning at Kehena Beach
Big Island police responded early Sunday morning, Aug. 21, to a report of a swimmer in distress.
Cop on Top Returns This Month to Benefit Special Olympics
Volunteer, off-duty law enforcement officers from the Big Island will again take community service to a new level with the return of Cop on Top.
Kanoelehua/Kekūanaōʻa Intersection in Hilo Open Again Following Traffic Accident
Police reported just before 12:30 p.m. Sunday that the intersection was open again.
PGV to Host Community Meeting About Pending EIS Preparation Notice
Puna community members will have the opportunity this week to comment about an environmental impact statement preparation notice being prepared by Puna Geothermal Venture.
Police: Man Wanted For Questioning in Connection With Terroristic Threatening Incident
The Hawai‘i Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with identifying a male suspect in a terroristic threatening investigation.
Most Big Island Rain Gauges See Near to Below Average Totals in July
Monthly totals from windward sites on the island were mostly 50%-80% of average, while totals from the Kaʻū, Kona and leeward Kohala areas were mostly below 50% of average.
Police Hold Sign-Waving Event to Promote Traffic Safety
As part of the police department’s ongoing efforts to educate residents about the dangers of impaired driving, speeding and reckless driving, the Hilo Community Policing Section conducted a sign-waving event Tuesday, Aug. 9, in Honomū.
Native Hawaiian Organizations to Host ‘Walk To The Box’ in Hilo
Several Native Hawaiian organizations are hosting an event in East Hawai‘i to highlight the importance of civic engagement and voter turnout.
Weekly COVID Update: 369 New Cases Reported on Big Island
The state Department of Health reported 3,189 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Aug. 10, bringing the statewide total to 332,822. Fourteen new fatalities were reported.
Vulcans Open 2022 Fall Camp
The 2022 fall sports season at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo is underway.
