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Woman Wanted on Outstanding Warrant
Anyone with information about her whereabouts is asked to contact Detective William Brown.
Fatal Collision Closes Road in Puna
Police have confirmed a fatality as a result of a Wednesday crash on a Big Island roadway.
K-9 Training on Big Island
The main mission of both Falcon and Argos is locating, recovering and protecting missing children in Hawai‘i County.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Finding Kona Woman
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with locating a missing Kona woman.
Hawai‘i’s Credit Rating Rises to Historic Levels
Gov. David Ige announced that Fitch Ratings upgraded the state’s general obligation (G.O.) bond rating (credit rating), from AA to AA+ — based on the state’s resilient economy and continued strong performance.
Hawai‘i People’s Congress Address Climate Change
This year’s Hawai‘i People’s Congress attendees confronted the climate crisis and pledged to use the ballot box to hold elected officials accountable.
Man Charged in Connection to Domestic Violence Incident
A 31-year-old man was charged with second-degree assault in connection to a domestic violence incident that occurred in Laupāhoehoe.
Kona Pool to Temporarily Close For Final Phase of Repairs
The Kona Community Aquatics Center will be closed next week for completion of the final phase of contracted repairs at the facility.
Talks, Guided Tours Slated for VNP in January
After Dark in the Park talks and guided tours will be hosted at Volcanoes National Park in January in honor of Volcano Awareness Month.
Roth on Mayoral Run: ‘We’re all in this together’
Hawai‘i County Prosecuting Attorney Mitch Roth believes there are some things that need fixing on the Big Island.
Mitch Roth Announces Mayoral Campaign
Roth declared his candidacy to a group of supporters and media Tuesday evening at Liliuokalani Park & Gardens in Hilo.
EPA Accepting Proposals for Funds to Reduce Diesel Emissions
Hawai‘i is eligible to receive a grant to reduce diesel emissions.
Kaua‘i Woman Fined for Wildlife Trafficking
A Kaua‘i woman was ordered to pay $250 in fines and forfeit illegal whale items she attempted to sell at a local farmer’s market earlier this year.
Man Dies After Suspected Drowning By End of the World
A Holualoa man is dead after a suspected drowning in Keauhou this morning.
DUI Arrests For First Week of December
Twenty-seven motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant between Dec. 2-8.
Crews Work On Sidewalk Installation in Hilo
Crews will be installing sidewalks and driveways on Kalanianaole Avenue fronting Verna’s Drive-In, the 76 Gas Station and Ice Pond.
Big Island Solid Waste Management Plan Outlined, Headed for Testimony
The County’s Solid Waste Advisory Committee made 82 recommendations for the next iteration of the management plan, highlighting six as the highest priorities.
UPDATE: Missing Kailua-Kona Man Found
Abreu has a silver-colored 2017 Nissan four-door sedan, Hawaiʻi license plate ZHC 896.
Trace Chemicals Detected in Big Island Well
Atrazine is an herbicide used on row crops such as sugar cane.
