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HPD Arrests 14 Motorists for DUI Violations
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports that during the week of Monday through Sunday, July 9 to July 15, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 14 motorists for DUI.
HPD Charge Man for Robbery & Vehicle Break-In
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has charged a 34-year-old man for Robbery and Unauthorized Entry into a Motor Vehicle.
Victim Identified in Four-Vehicle Crash in North Kona
A 45-year-old Kailua-Kona man died following a four-vehicle crash Monday, July 16, in North Kona near the 18-mile marker of the Māmalahoa Highway Route 190.
Medication Drop Box Program Launched
Lt. Gov. Doug Chin, with members of state, county and federal agencies, unveiled a major statewide collaboration to ensure a more convenient way for the public to drop off unused prescription drugs.
Sen. Schatz: “Trump Failed in His Duty…”
“When will Congress use its Constitutional authorities to slow or stop this administration from doing any further damage to the United States?”
Victim of Single-Vehicle Crash Identified
Police determined that the Mazda SUV was traveling southon Highway 130, crossing the centerline and striking a rock embankment at the Pohaku Place intersection.
One Fatality in Three-Car Head-On Accident
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a report of a head-on vehicle accident on Highway 190, at the 18.5 mile marker at 6:50 a.m., July 16, 2018.
UPDATE: Lava Tour Boat Incident News Conference Held
At least 23 people on a tour vessel were injured this morning after an explosion sent lava through the roof of the boat’s passenger cabin.
Hanabusa Outpaces Ige’s Fundraising Efforts
Supporters of the Hanabusa for Governor campaign contributed $1,043,061 in the first six months of 2018.
4 PM: New Map Released, Southern Edge of Flow Stalls
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VIDEO: Lava Surge & New Island
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Sunday, July 15, 2018.
Coast Guard Suspends Search for Possible Mariners in Distress
The Coast Guard has suspended the search for a possible boater in distress near the Kona Airport on the Big Island, Saturday night, July 14, 2018, pending further developments.
6 PM: Lava Half-Mile From Pohoiki
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AUDIO: Coast Guard Responds to Mayday Call Near Big Island
Coast Guard, Hawai‘i County Fire, Navy and Royal Australian crews are searching for signs of distress near Kona Airport after receiving a mayday call July 14.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended for Portions of Big Island
At 4:06 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain near Pāhoa. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.
Teens Beware of 100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Experts believe that parents can help their teenage kids be safer on the road this summer by educating them about the appropriate driving laws and about safe driving practices.
6 PM: Fissure 8 Continues to Flow Toward Kapoho
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East Hawai‘i Blood Drive, July 16–20
The Blood Bank of Hawaii will hold a blood drive from July 16 through 20, 2018, in East Hawai‘i.
Lava Island Emerges
The U.S. Geological Survey released these photos of the Lower East Rift Zone on Friday, July 13, 2018.
South Hilo Crime Report: July 6–12
Hawai‘i Police Department’s South Hilo Community Police responded to three burglaries, one vehicle theft and one vehicle break-in over the seven-day period.
