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HPD Arrests 21 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of June 26 to July 2, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 21 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
BBB Warns of NEH Facebook Scam
Hawai‘i’s Better Business Bureau warns the public about a Facebook scam involving the impersonation of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Rep. Gabbard Comments on North Korea ICBM Test
“As long as the U.S. is waging regime-change wars, we are far less likely to reach a diplomatic solution in North Korea because they have no reason to believe our promises.”
Search for Missing Fisherman Continues
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department is resuming its search for Shane Romen, 48, of Ocean View.
Pōhakuloa Training Advisory for July 2017
Military units are scheduled to conduct various types of training at the Pōhakuloa Training Area in July.
DWS Continues Well Repairs Through July 4 Holiday
Crews will continue to work double shifts and throughout the Fourth of July holiday to complete repairs.
HIDOE Continues Cooling Classrooms Statewide
Classrooms statewide are being outfitted with AC units, fans and other cooling solutions.
Hawaiʻi Ranked Among Most Patriotic States in Nation
Hawaiʻi ranked as the most patriotic station in the nation in two categories, according to a list released by WalletHub.
Pāhoa Fire Destroys Home
Big Island firefighters responded to the report of a structure blaze at 14-3389 Lehua Road in Pāhoa on Monday, July 3, 2017, at 8:25 p.m.
Volcano Fire Destroys Home
Hawai‘i County Fire Department personnel responded to the report of a structure fire at 194741 Amaumau Road in Volcano on Monday, July 3, 2017, at 5:46 p.m.
Coast Guard Searching for Fisherman Near Ka‘alu‘alu Bay
The Coast Guard is searching for a man in the water in the vicinity of Ka‘alu‘alu Bay on the Big Island.
Two Ocean View Suspects Arrested on Multiple Charges
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested an Ocean View man and woman for an array of offenses following an investigation into a burglary.
Office of Maunakea Management Receives Preservation Award
Office of Maunakea Management was honored with a culture and heritage award for its preservation initiatives.
Two Hospitalized After Saddle Road Crash
A driver and a passenger were hospitalized after a vehicle collision on Sunday, July 2, 2017, at the intersection of Saddle Road (Highway 200) and Mauna Kea Access Road.
Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death/Hala Discussion at Volcano Art Center
Experts will discuss Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death as well as threats to the pandanus or hala, which is under attack on other Hawaiian Islands…
DOH Confirms 14 New Cases of Mumps
The recent DOH report includes the first confirmed mumps case on Hawai‘i Island this year.
Siren and Emergency Alert Test July 3, 2017
The state’s monthly test of the statewide outdoor warning siren system is scheduled for Monday, July 3, 2017, at 11:45 a.m.
Hilo Man Arrested in Connection With Sex Crimes
Hawaiʻi Island police charged a 64-year-old Hilo man with numerous sex crimes in connection with a sexual assault reported in Puna.
North Kona Emergency Water Restriction Continues
The Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply’s Keahuolū Deepwell is out of service and currently being repaired.
UPDATE: HPD Seeking Eric Wilson Jr. for Glenwood Shooting
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a shooting incident reported on Saturday, July 1, in Glenwood near the transfer station.
