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UPDATE 2: Rep. Souki to Resign Amid Allegations of Sexual Harassment
Long-time lawmaker and former house speaker Joe Souki of Maui will resign from his legislative post amid a state Ethics Commission settlement over allegations of sexual harassment.
VIDEO: High Surf Closures for Big Island
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning remains in effect for the shorelines of Kohala, Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna today through tomorrow.
Camp Kikaha Closes; Homeless Relocated to Alternate Housing
The County of Hawai’i closed a temporary homeless facility in Kona on Tuesday, March 20, 2018, in an effort to relocate the residents to more permanent housing nearby.
Firefighter/EMT and HPD Officer Honored by Aloha Exchange Club
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaiʻi presented its Annual Police Officer and Firefighter of the Year Awards on Monday, March 19, 2018.
HPD Investigating Arson Near Carlsmith Beach Park
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating an arson case that occurred on Tuesday evening, Jan. 30, in Hilo at Kalaniana‘ole Avenue near the Carlsmith Beach Park (Four Miles).
High Surf Warning in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the shorelines of Kohala, Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna in effect through Thursday.
UPDATE: HPD Seeks Kanaloa Kekona-Ahuna of Na‘alehu
Hawaii Island Police have located Kanaloa Kekona-Ahuna of Na‘alehu. The HPD appreciates the public’s assistance.
HDOT Takes Steps to Prevent Pedestrian Deaths
Hawai‘i DOT to broadcast traffic fatality number on message signs; public can submit message ideas through Twitter, Facebook.
15-Year-Old Girl Missing Since December
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 15-year-old Hilo girl who was reported missing.
Documentary Follows Over 250 Top Climate Scientists
“The Arctic Expedition” followed the more than 250 top climate scientists and researchers working on the project aboard a 330-foot Coast Guard ice cutter.
Legislators Offer a Bipartisan Solution for National Parks
Legislators offer solutions for reducing the maintenance backlog for the National Parks Service.
RCUH to Hold Public Forum on Cybersecurity
The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i will host a free public forum on Friday, April 6, 2018, titled “Cybersecurity: Protect, Detect, Respond.” The University of Hawai‘i System and the University of Hawai‘i Association of Research Investigators (UHARI) are co-sponsors of this event. The forum will take a current look at threats to the […]
Suspect Charged With Setting Hilo Man on Fire
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged a 24-year-old Hilo man for an assault after he allegedly setting another man on fire.
HPD Arrests 19 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of March 12 through 18, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 19 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Pāhoa Man Indicted for Attempted Murder
A 33-year-old Pāhoa man was arrested after he was indicted by a grand jury for attempted murder and other offenses in connection with a Dec. 19 hostage incident.
UPDATE: Strong Thunderstorms, Flood Advisory for Parts of Big Island
A line of strong thunderstorms will affect Hawai‘i County, the National Weather Service reported at 3:15 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2018.
Sen. Inouye to Hold Talk Story
Lorraine Inouye invites Hawai‘i Island residents to talk story about measures that are moving through the Legislature during this session.
Kona District Man Wanted on Warrants
The HPD’s Area II Special Enforcement Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Tomasz Mieczkowski, a 38-year-old who resides in the Kona District.
Hilo Man Charged With 2nd Degree Attempted Murder
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged a Hilo man in connection with a stabbing incident in Hilo.
Hilo Man, 46, Reported Missing
Hawai’i Island police are searching for a 46-year-old Hilo man who was reported missing.
