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Hilo Man Charged With Robbery, Assault & Other Offenses
The Hawai‘i Police Department has charged a 33-year-old Hilo man for assaulting his former girlfriend at her residence in Hilo.
Pāhoa Man Charged With Multiple Financial Crimes
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports that detectives have charged a 24-year-old Pāhoa man with multiple financial crimes following his arrest earlier last week.
Gov. Ige Appoints Asuncion to PUC
Gov. David Ige has appointed Leo R. Asuncion, Jr. to the Public Utilities Commission.
Man Fatally Shot at State Capitol After Struggle
Honolulu Police say that a 28-year-old man who was killed in an officer-involved shooting at the state Capitol on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, around 8:20 p.m.
Mayor Kim Discusses His Vision for Maunakea on Nā Leo TV
Hawai‘i County Mayor recently sat down with Nā Leo TV to discuss his vision for Maunakea on the show Aupuni Connections.
Court Interpreters Needed on Hawai‘i Island
The Hawai‘i State Judiciary is seeking individuals who speak English and another language, as well as certified sign language interpreters to become court interpreters.
Osprey Activities Set for Pōhakuloa Training Area
U.S. Marine Corps units home-based on O‘ahu are scheduled to conduct MV-22 Osprey aviation training at the Pōhakuloa Training Area.
Non-Attorney Applicants Sought for Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Board
Non-attorney applicants are being sought to fill a vacancy on the Trust Fund Board of the Hawai‘i Supreme Court’s Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection (LFCP).
Hawai‘i Democratic Party Chair Comments on Trump’s Emergency Announcement
“President Trump’s declaration is a dangerous decision to circumvent Congress and disregard the checks and balances critical to our democratic system.”
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures Through Feb. 22
Temporary lane closures are scheduled for Feb. 16 to 22, 2019.
LOCATED: Justylynn Alconcel-Tobosa, 16, Hilo
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 16-year-old Hilo teen who was reported missing.
IRS: Feb. 19 Busiest Day for Tax Calls
Those who need to call can avoid the rush by waiting a day or two or by using online options to get their tax questions answered quickly.
Free Advance Health Care Presentation Offered Feb. 22
If you would you like to learn how to ensure your medical wishes are known, Community First invites you to attend a free presentation in Hilo on Friday, Feb. 22.
Structure Fire in Hawaiian Acres Reported
A structure fire in Hawaiian Acres “behind Ainaloa” has been reported to Big Island Now on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019.
UPDATE: High Surf Advisory for NE Facing Shores
The National Weather Service Flash Flood Watch for the Hawai‘i Island continues through 6 p.m. this evening and may be extended.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Some Islands
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island, Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i and Kaho‘olawe from 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18.
Sewer ‘Smoke Test’ in Papa‘ikou to be Held
Department of Environmental Management (DEM) work crews will be on Maluna Place, Mai Way, Road D and Road H in Pāpaʽikou on Feb. 19, 20, 21, and 22, 2019.
Hawai‘i Cacao President Recognized as ʻInvasive Species MVP’
Patrick Merritt received an MVP award in recognition of his invasive species prevention efforts.
Road Restriping Scheduled on Māmalahoa Highway
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works Traffic Division will be restriping Māmalahoa Highway from Konawaena School Road to Onouli Road.
IRS: Previous Year Tax Info Available online
The IRS is urging taxpayers who need transcripts of their prior year returns to obtain a copy online or by mail.
