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Storm Safety Tips from Hawai‘i Electric Light
Hawai‘i Electric Light is preparing for potential impacts from approaching Tropical Storm Darby.
HPD Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon, July 21, in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision.
Hawaiian Telcom Postpones Work Due to Darby
Hawaiian Telcom will be relocating overhead cables to newly placed utility poles near the intersection of Māmalahoa Highway and Nāpo‘opo‘o Road in Kona.
Hōlualoa Man Arrested on 14 Charges
On Monday, July 18, detectives from the Area II Criminal Investigations Section arrested the suspect, 42-year-old Reny Weigang of Hōlualoa.
Salvation Army Prepares for Darby
With Tropical Storm Darby continuing its approach toward Hawaiian Island, The Salvation Army announced that it is prepared to respond with community assistance.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Warning in Effect
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood watch for Hawa‘i Island.
Darby Prompts High Surf Warning, Flash Flood Watch
Waves this big can cause coastal flooding and lead to dangerous ocean conditions. Powerful currents are also a concern and large breaking waves can impact harbor entrances and channels.
Tropical Storm Darby Could Bring Rain / Winds
As we head into the weekend, our weather pattern will depend on the track and intensity of Tropical Storm Darby. Based on the current forecast, the east end…
Traveler Alert: OGG Undergoing Construction
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation officials today announced impacts that will affect travelers due to large construction projects near Kahului Airport.
Two Arrested, One Hospitalized After Fight
Two men were arrested and a juvenile was taken to the hospital following an affray that broke out in Hilo’s Lanakila Housing area on Monday, July 18.
Hilo Woman Arrested for Attempted Murder
Faylana Fromm, 38, has been arrested for attempted murder in connection with a stabbing in Hilo on Tuesday evening, July 19.
Country Mourns Death of US Rep. Mark Takai
Gov. David Ige commented on the passing of US Rep. Mark Takai.
Military Convoys from Pōhakuloa to Kawaihae Harbor
O‘ahu-based service members are scheduled to convoy from Pōhakuloa Training Area to Kawaihae Harbor, July 20 to 26.
Puna Man Arrested for Terroristic Threatening
A Puna man was arrested July 19 after he reportedly called a community association office threatening to bring a shotgun to a future meeting and shoot everyone.
Hilo Man Dies From Vehicle-Pedestrian Crash
A 69-year-old Hilo man died on Friday, July 15, from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle-pedestrian collision in Hilo on May 25.
VIDEO: Lava Continues Trek Toward Ocean
The 61G lava flow, as it’s called, remains active, extending southeast of Puʻu ʻŌʻō towards the coastal plain on Kīlauea’s south flank remains active.
HPD Arrests 21 Motorists for DUI Offenses
During the week of July 11, through 17, 2016, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 21 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Public Input Sought for Papahānaumokuākea Expansion
Written comments will be accepted in person on Aug. 1 and 2 at the Mokupapapa Discovery Center, located at 76 Kamehameha Ave. in Hilo.
Hawai‘i First to Adopt Firearm Enrollment
Hawai‘i becomes the first state in the nation to authorize enrollment of firearms owners in a centralized information system.
