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TMT Supporters Rally in Kona
Several dozen supporters of TMT lined Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway on Thursday to advocate on what they believe is the best course forward for Hawai‘i.
Family Court Judge on Leave; Reason Still Unknown
Judge Dakota KM Frenz, appointed to Family Court in October of 2016, has been on paid leave since December of 2018.
Brian Larimore Found
Hawaiʻi County Police report that Brian Larimore, who was reported missing, has been located and is in good health.
Snake Run Over in Hilo in Good Condition
A three-foot snake was turned over to the Department of Agriculture after is was run over in Hilo Thursday night.
Group Gathers for Annual Domestic Violence Vigil
The group stood in solidarity Thursday night to honor survivors of domestic violence and to remember those who lost their lives as part of the annual domestic violence vigil.
Wetter Than Average Wet Season to Hit Hawai‘i
NOAA on Thursday released its wet season outlook, which projects higher than normal precipitation totals across the state.
Police Seek Suspects in South Kona Burglary
Authorities are reaching out to the public to identify suspects connected to a burglary in South Kona.
Kona Public Pool Set to Reopen in 5 Days
The Kona Community Aquatic Center is set to reopen on Oct. 22 after being closed for several months due to repairs.
Flags Ordered at Half Staff for Rep. Cummings
Flags to be flown at half-staff in memory of U.S. Rep. Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD 7th District).
No Injuries Reported After Car Fire in Hilo
No injuries were reported after a car fire in the alley way next to TJMaxx Wednesday night.
Hilo Man Indicted on Burglary of HPD Officer’s Home
A Hilo man was indicted on charges connected to breaking into Hawai‘i County police officer’s home in Puna in May.
Hawai‘i County Drug Take-Back Initiative
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is participating in a nationwide prescription drug take-back initiative.
Judge Ups Bail for Crime Spree Suspect to $10 million
Hams terrorized Hawaii Island in August when he went on a crime spree that spanned hours and stretched from Hilo to Kona.
UPDATE: Man Killed in Tractor Accident ID’d
Officials have identified a Honoka‘a man killed in a tractor accident last week as Michael Shinsky.
Missing Kona Man in Need of Medication
Hawaiʻi County Police are searching for a 52-year-old Kailua-Kona man who was reported missing and in need of his medication.
Hilo Property Crime Investigation Yields 2 Arrests
A man and a woman were taken into custody in connection to a slew of property crimes that occurred in Hilo last week.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Finding Volcano Woman
Hawaiʻi County Police are asking for help in locating a 44-year-old Volcano woman who is reported missing.
Pesticide Ban Advances to Council
The bill prohibits the use of toxic pesticides and herbicides on all Hawai‘i County roads, parks, waterways, drainage ways, trails, sidewalks and bikeways.
Larger Cruise Ships a Coming Tourism Trend
Royal Carribean’s Ovation of the Seas made a Kailua-Kona port call on Sept. 29, indicating a trend that could prove a boon for Hawaii Island’s tourism industry.
Annual Code Challenge to Take Place this Weekend
The event will take place on Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hawai‘i State Capitol Auditorium.
