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Officer Killed, Another Critical After O‘ahu Shooting
The scene of the shooting, believed to be a residence near Diamond Head, has since been swallowed by a fire that has spread to surrounding homes.
Man Befriends, Robs Canadian Couple
The Hawaiʻi Police Department has arrested and charged a 31-year-old Pāhoa man with robbery stemming from an incident that occurred Sunday.
HPD Releases Names of 25 Wanted Individuals
This is a portion of the the official master list from the department.
Man Indicted on Sex Assault Against Minor
An indictment is merely an allegation, and a defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Astronomers on Maunakea Discover New Objects in Galaxy
Astronomers from UCLA and W. M. Keck Observatory discovered four more bizarre objects near the Milky Way galaxy’s supermassive black hole.
DUI’s Up In Early 2020 Compared With 2019
There have also been 38 major accidents so far this year compared with 32 during the same period last year.
HPD Charges Mt. View Man With Robbery, Other Offenses
On Sunday morning, Puna patrol officers responded to a report of a disorderly male outside of a business on Pāhoa Village Road.
Police Seek Man Wanted for Arrest, Questioning
Anyone with information is asked to contact the department’s non-emergency number at 808-935-3311.
DLNR Projects Kawaihae Harbor Repairs at $8 Million
The entire harbor and the wharf are currently unusable and off-limits.
Flooding Event Greatest Since Hurricane Lane
The major difference between precipitation during Lane as compared to this weekend is the rate of precipitation fall.
Evidence Shows Possibility of Volcanic Activity on Venus
A study conducted by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa planetary scientist revealed evidence of possibly active volcanic activity on Venus.
Wet Conditions to Persist Through the Weekend
Weather experts predict wet conditions to persist throughout the weekend as rain showers moved across the Big Island Friday.
Police Charge Murder Suspect, Identify Victim
Utecht is being held in lieu of $553,000 bail pending his initial court appearance scheduled for Friday.
HPD Renews Search for Man Wanted for Escape
The Hawaiʻi Police Department continues to look for Joseph Augustino Narzisi.
Herbicide Ban Dies as Council Fails to Override Mayoral Veto
The vote swung on the reversal of District 4 Councilwoman Ashley Kierkiewicz, who was the only member of the Council to change her position Wednesday.
Flash Flood Watch For Big Island: Wind Advisory, High Surf and Gale Warnings Extended
Flash flooding is life threatening. Do not cross fast flowing water in your vehicle or on foot.
County to Close Beaches Amid High Winds
The warning means dangerous and severe sustained winds of at least 35 mph with gusts over 60 mph are expected.
Disoriented Hiker Requires Chopper Rescue in Volcano
In its report, HFD reminded the public to familiarize themselves with terrain and weather conditions before setting out on a hike.
