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UPDATE 3: Mountain View Man Charged with 4 Felonies
An 18-year-old Mountain View man is wanted for questioning about an incident Thursday morning, Jan.19, in Puna.
Mountain View Man Wanted for Questioning on Abuse Case
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 34-year-old Mountain View man wanted for questioning in connection with an abuse case.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Trump Inauguration
“I attended today’s inauguration out of respect for our democracy, our institutions and the peaceful transition of power…”
HPD Renewing Request for Info on 1996 Murder
Hawaiʻi Island police are renewing their request for information or leads related to an unsolved murder investigation from 1996.
Crusin’ Honoli‘i Beach with Tita Nui
Honoli‘i Beach Park is truly a beautiful spot to stop and take a break from the hustle and bustle of life.
Hilo Man Charged in Connection with Burglaries
A Hilo man has been charged with two felonies in connection with burglaries in Hilo.
More Court Docs Available Online
The Hawaiʻi State Judiciary is making more court documents available for online viewing.
Water Restriction Notice for North Kona
Due to ongoing repairs to its wells in North Kona, the Department of Water Supply is issuing a Notice of Water Restriction Notice.
UPDATE: Beaches/Parks Reopen
Following a recommendation from Hawai‘i County Ocean Safety, the DLNR Division of State Parks today closed some beach areas.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.7 Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a magnitude 6.7 earthquake (preliminary measurement) occurred at 1:04 p.m. today in the Solomon Islands region.
Three Arrested for Suspected Gambling Activity
Two men and a woman were arrested Wednesday, Jan. 18, in connection with suspected gambling activity at a Hilo business.
UPDATE 2: Kailua-Kona Man Charged in Home Robbery
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a reported robbery in an apartment early today in Kailua-Kona.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Park Trail to Close
The Hale Ho‘okipa Visitor Center and the Ala Mauka Makai Trail from Hale Ho‘okipa Visitor Center to Honokōhau Beach will close on Jan. 20 from 6 to 10 a.m.
Help Restore Native Forests With Nāpu‘u Conservation Outreach
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Pu’u Wa’awa’a Ahupua’a Program has many volunteer opportunities for the community. Their mission, as stated…
Three Rescued From Sunken Vessel Off Big Island
Three boaters were rescued by the Coast Guard after their 48-foot sailing vessel, Bobo Link, sank 2.5 miles off of Hapuna Beach today.
UPDATE 2: High Surf Warning Downgraded to Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the West-facing shores of Kohala, Kona and Ka‘u through Thursday, Jan.
Search for Diver Suspended
The Coast Guard suspended the search Tuesday morning, Jan. 17, 2017, for a diver who was reported missing by a good Samaritan off Pahoehoe Beach.
St. Joseph School Earns Highest Ranking
St. Joseph School in Hilo is the No. 1 Catholic high school in the state.
HPD Arrests 33 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Jan. 9 through 15, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 33 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Sen Schatz: Climate Denier Must Not Lead EPA
Sen. Schatz outlined Pruitt’s record of undermining the EPA and denying manmade climate change.
