News
UPDATE: Missing Kona Man Located
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 43-year-old Kona man who was reported missing.
Near Drowning Off Honoli‘i Beach Park
Hawai‘i Fire Department personnel responded to a report of a kayaker in distress off the shore of Honoli‘i Beach Park on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017.
HPD Investigating ‘Shots Fired’ Report in Puna
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a firearms incident initially reported as “gunshots fired” in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision in lower Puna.
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway Widening to Resume
The Hawai‘i DOT, Goodfellow Bros. and project team members have announced that Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway Phase 2 construction will resume Monday, Jan. 30, 2017.
HPD Offers 15 Tips to Deter Auto Thefts
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a rash of auto thefts in East and West Hawaiʻi and advise the public to take precautions to deter would-be thieves.
UPDATE: HPD Identifies Two Persons in Theft Investigation
HPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying two persons whose images were captured on a surveillance camera in connection with a theft investigation.
Sen. Schatz to Oppose Sessions Nomination
“Time and time again, when presented with the opportunity to advocate for the central mission of the Justice Department—pursuing equal justice for all—Sen. Sessions fell short.”
HPD WARNING: Publishers’ Clearing House Scams
The HPD warns the public about scams involving calls to residents with a claim that they have won a large sum of money, usually more than a million dollars.
Fire Damages Volcano Home
Hawai‘i Fire Department personnel responded to a report of a structure fire on Liona Street in Volcano on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017.
Search Suspended at Ho‘okena Beach Park
Officials have suspended a three-day ocean search for missing man last seen at Ho‘okena Beach Park.
Missing Teen: Thomas Salonia
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 16-year-old Kailua-Kona boy who was reported missing.
Report on State’s Environment Released
The report identifies environmental priorities for the state and makes important recommendations on measuring sustainability.
Free Child Car Safety Seat Inspection
A free child car safety seat inspection will be held on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kealakekua Ranch Center (below Choicemart).
Volcano Village Man Arrested for Auto Thefts
Hawaiʻi Island police have located a 26-year-old Hilo man who was wanted for questioning in an auto theft investigation.
George Yokoyama Passes Away
George Yokoyama, the Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council’s former executive director, has passed away unexpectedly…
Victim in Fatal Volcanoes Park Crash Identified
The victim of a fatal two-vehicle accident that occurred in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park has been identified as 65-year-old Paul Hernandez of New Jersey.
Hydrant Flow Test in Hilo
The Department of Water Supply will conduct a fire hydrant flow test on East Maka‘ala Street in Hilo between 9 and 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017.
Wastewater Spill from Hilo’s Pauka‘a Station
The County of Hawai‘i Wastewater Division in Hilo has reported a spill at the Pauka‘a Sewage Pump Station in Hilo today,
HPD Arrests 32 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Jan. 16 through 22, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 32 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
UDDATE: Pāhoa Man Charged with Multiple Offenses
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 33-year-old Pāhoa man who is wanted on outstanding warrants.
