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HPD Searching for Man Wanted on Warrant
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating a 56-year-old man who is wanted on an outstanding bench warrant.
Significant Reduction in Manufactured Opioids Proposed
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Department of Justice have proposed a reduction for controlled substances that may be manufactured in the U.S. next year.
TS Lane May Become Another Close Encounter for Hawai‘i
Similar to Hurricane Hector over a week ago, which passed south of the Big Island with minimal impacts, Tropical Storm Lane may make a run at Hawai‘i next week.
Woman Arrested in Death of 3-Year-Old
The Area II Criminal Investigations Section investigated the death of a 3-year-old who expired at North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital on July 25, 2017.
National Park Service Provides Grant to Preserve Hawai‘i Battlefield
A $63,000 American Battlefield Protection Program grant will go to the American Veterans in Hawai‘i for a research and documentation project.
Hāmākua Coast Crime Report: July 2018
Hāmākua Coast Community Police responded to one burglary, four thefts, two vehicle break-ins, one vehicle theft, nine criminal property damage incidents…
DOH Confirms 3rd Rat Lungworm Case on Big Island
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has confirmed a case of rat lungworm disease in a toddler from East Hawai‘i.
Senate Condemns Attacks on Journalists as ‘Enemy of the People’
The resolutions affirms Congress’ support of the First Amendment and condemning attacks on the free press, which undermine the credibility of journalists and the press as a national institution.
Keauhou Fire Now 90% Contained
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reports that cooler weather, a afternoon cloud cover and rain helped firefighters Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018, on Hawaiʻi Island.
Helicopter Operations at Honokōhau, Aug. 17 & 24
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park reports the following closures from 6 to 11 a.m. to provide public safety during helicopter operations
Lagoon Created at Pohoiki, New Map of Lava Flow
The U.S. Geological Survey reported that a small lagoon has been created at the Pohoiki boat ramp as of Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018.
No Tsunami Threat From Alaska Earthquake
An earthquake in Alaska has occurred with these preliminary parameters:
HPD Identifies Man & Woman Found Dead in Kona
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has identified the male and female found dead at an apartment complex in Kailua-Kona.
Students Receive International Scholarships to Study Abroad
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo reports that four students received the Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad for the upcoming academic year.
DBEDT Releases 50th Edition of ‘State of Hawai‘i Data Book’
The state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) released the 2017 edition of the “State of Hawaii Data Book” on Aug. 15, 2018.
Fraud Scheme Imitates State Procurement Process
Individuals impersonating state officials are attempting to make large purchases via email accompanied by fraudulent purchase orders.
BOH Donates $2,500 to Help Puna Evacuees
The Catholic Charities Hawai’i’s Hilo Community Office received $2,500 from the Bank of Hawai‘i Foundation to aid residents affected by the volcanic eruptions.
HPD Charge Woman With Various Offenses
Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has charged a 28-year-old Puna woman with a variety of felony and misdemeanor offenses.
Rep. Gabbard Comments on Election System Vulnerability
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard released a statement regarding disturbing reports of the widespread vulnerability of U.S. election systems.
Keauhou Fire 86% Contained
HVNP reports that the Keauhou fire is now 86% contained and is still covers 3,739 acres on the northeastern slopes of Mauna Loa, mostly within the park.
