News
School Bus Involved in Crash on Highway 11
Early yesterday morning, the Hawaiʻi Police Department received a report of a traffic accident involving a school bus and a state vehicle on Highway 11 in Mountain View.
Puna District Crime Report: Nov. 16–30, 2017
Puna Community Police responded to five burglaries, two robberies, five vehicle thefts and four vehicle break-ins between Nov. 16 to 30.
Bicycle-Vehicle Fatality Results in Arrest
The driver of the Nissan sedan was arrested on suspicion of Negligent Homicide while the Area I Traffic Enforcement Unit continues this investigation.
High Surf Warning Continues for Big Island
The National Weather Service reports the High Surf Warning remains in effect for north-facing shores of Kohala, Hāmākua and Hilo through today, Dec. 7, 2017.
HPD Charges Puna Man in Burglary and Hilo Auto Theft
Hawaiʻi Island Police Department have charged a Puna man in connection with a Puna burglary and a Hilo auto theft incident.
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Hears Arguments on Merits of Travel Ban 3.0
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle heard arguments today before a three-judge panel on the merits of the third version of the President’s Executive Order.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
The U.S. flag and state flag will be flown at half-staff at the Capitol, all state offices and agencies and at the Hawai‘i National Guard on Dec. 7 until sunset.
HPD Searching for 16-Year-Old Captain Cook Boy
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is searching for a 16-year-old Captain Cook boy who was reported missing.
NOAA: 2017 Hurricane Season ‘Below Average’
The 2017 hurricane season featured two tropical cyclones in the Central Pacific Hurricane Center area of responsibility—less than half the seasonal average of four to five.
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.
