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Road Construction Scheduled for Keaukaha Area
Work on shoulder widening and drainage improvements for Desha, Pua, Baker and Todd Avenues is scheduled to begin May 30.
Pāhoa Man Charged in HVNP Death
The man killed in a single-vehicle accident Sunday night, May 28, 2017, in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park has been identified as John Ashley Becker, 48, of Texas.
JAL to Begin Daily Non-Stops Between Tokyo & Kona
Japan Airlines is starting a new daily, non-stop service between Narita International Airport in Tokyo and the Kona International Airport.
Hawai‘i Council Meeting to Address Property Tax Increase
A special meeting of the Hawai‘i County Council will be held in the Hawai‘i County Building in Hilo on Monday, June 5, 2017, beginning at 9 a.m.
Suspect Steals Kalōpā Subaru at Gunpoint
The HPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man suspected of the theft of a dark gray, 2013 Subaru BRZ two-door sedan, license plate SBA-186.
Hawaii Hemp Conference Scheduled in Hilo
Reps. Tulsi Gabbard, Mike Gabbard, Russell E. Ruderman and Cynthia Thielen will all contribute to the conference programming.
Hawai‘i Receives $2.5M From VW
The State of Hawai‘i has received a $2.5 million direct payment from Volkswagen.
Wanted: Derek Seichi Agcalon
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in providing the whereabouts of a 51-year old male wanted for an outstanding bench warrant.
Pāhoa Boy Dies as Result of Jeep Crash
A 14-year-old Pāhoa boy died from injuries sustained in a one-vehicle crash.
HNL Renamed in Honor of Sen. Inouye
Honolulu International Airport has been renamed the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in honor of the man who served as the state’s U.S. Senator…
Warning Siren Test Scheduled for June 1
The state’s monthly test of the statewide outdoor warning siren system and live audio broadcast segment are scheduled for Thursday, June 1, 2017, at 11:45 a.m.
HELCO Work May Cause Temp Lane Closures
Hawai‘i Electric Light will conduct construction work in the Banyan Drive area near its intersection with Lihiwai Street in Hilo.
Thurston Lava Tube to Close Temporarily on June 1
Thurston Lava Tube (Nāhuku) will close from 6 to 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2017, for semi-annual maintenance of the comfort station.
Seven More Mumps Cases Confirmed in Hawai‘i; 65 Total
The State Department of Health today confirmed seven more cases of mumps in Hawai‘i.
Kailua-Kona Man Dies as Result of Head-On Motorcycle Collision
A 25-year-old Kailua-Kona man was involved in a two-vehicle traffic collision on Monday morning, May 29, on Highway 11 north of the 69 Mile Marker in Na‘alehu.
HPD Investigates Ninole Burglary
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a burglary that occurred sometime between May 28 and 29 at Umauma Zipline in Ninole.
Big Island Suspect Arrested on Multiple Charges
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25-year-old Lucas Rivera, Thursday evening, May 25, 2017.
Ali‘i Drive Bridge Work in Progress
The Department of Public Works is conducting safety repairs on the Ali‘i Drive Bridge located on the Waiaha Drainageway near the Kona Tiki Hotel.
HPD Initiates Coronor’s Inquest for Honopue Remains
Hawaiʻi Island police have initiated a Coroner’s Inquest in connection with a body that was found near Honopue Valley on Sunday afternoon, May 28, 2017.
Sens. Hirono & Crapo Lead Effort to Fund Homeless Veteran Support Programs
These federal programs provide critical services and housing for veterans and their families experiencing homelessness.
