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Body Found Along Puna Shoreline
At 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, patrol officers responded to the Kalapana Gardens area after a hiker discovered a body in a remote location along the coastline.
Officials Release Identity of Man Who Disappeared Near Rainbow Falls
Hawaiʻi Island police have identified the body discovered along the coastline of Hilo Bay as the California man who was swept down the Wailuku River.
Over 4,100 Join Rep. Gabbard’s Telephone Townhall
Over 4,100 Hawaiʻi residents joined Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard in a tax-focused “telephone townhall” on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017.
Hawai‘i Electric Continues to Restore Service
About 100 customers remain without power, primarily in the Ainaloa, Hawaiian Beaches, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Nanawale and Orchidland subdivisions.
Big Island Investor Loses $50,000 in Scam
The DCCA commissioner of securities issued a Preliminary Order to Cease and Desist and Notice of Right to Request a Hearing against Nathan McCotter for violating state securities law.
HPD Renews Search for Kailua-Kona Boy
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is renewing its search for a 17-year-old Kailua-Kona boy who was reported missing.
HPD Seeking Burglary and Vehicle Theft Suspect
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance with identifying a man wanted in connection with a burglary and stolen vehicle investigation.
Hawaiian Airlines Waives Fees Due to California Wildfires
Hawaiian Airlines is waiving reservation change fees for guests traveling to/from/via the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) due to wildfires.
Master Navigator to Keynote UH Hilo Fall Commencement
Polynesian voyaging navigator and educator Chad “Kālepa” Baybayan will deliver the keynote address at the UH Hilo Fall Commencement.
HPD Seeking Wanted Man in Investigations
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Justin Alan De Silva.
Bicyclist, 70, Killed in Vehicle Collision
The HFC arrived at the scened of a bicycle-vehicle accident this morning, Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 5:59 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 19 and Hau Lane in Hilo.
High Surf Warning Continues; Wind Advisory Cancelled
Oceanfront residents and beachgoers along the affected shores of Hawai‘i Island are advised to be on the alert for high and dangerous surf.
Sen. Hirono Wants Sen. Franken to ‘Step Aside’
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawai‘i) released a statement about allegations brought against Minnesota Sen. Al Franken.
Apparent Drowning at Makalawena Beach
Onboard medical crew then initiated advanced life support protocol in an attempt to revive an apparent drowning victim.
Hawai‘i Electric Working to Restore Power
Hawai‘i Electric crews are working to safely restore power as a result of windy conditions affecting Hawai‘i Island Tuesday, Dec. 5.
HPD Arrests Puna Man Wanted on Warrant
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested and charged a 51-year-old Puna man who was wanted for a probation violation bench warrant.
UPDATE: High Surf & Wind for Hawai‘i Island
A High Surf and High Wind Warnings have been issued on Tuesday morning, Dec. 5, at 11:45 a.m. for north-facing shores of Hawai‘i Island today through tomorrow.
Human Trafficking Panel in Hilo
The Zonta Club of Hilo will host a panel discussion on human trafficking that will feature law enforcement agencies and local organizations.
Maunakea Summit Road Open… For Now
After performing remedial work and grading after ice and snow accumulations at the end of November, Maunakea’s summit access road has reopened to the public.
Rep. Gabbard Calls on Congress to Serve Families, Not Reward Corporate America
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard released a statement after the House recently voted to move to a conference committee to resolve the differences between the House and Senate versions of the Republicans’ tax reform legislation.
