News
Partial Closure on Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road
Hawai‘i Electric Light announces a partial closure of the Hilo-bound lanes on Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road from Tuesday through Thursday, Jan. 31 to Feb. 2.
‘Can You Hear Me?’ Scam Returns with Twist
During the last few days of January, more than half of the reports to BBB Scam Tracker have been about this particular scam.
Sen. Schatz Denounces Anti-Refugee, Anti-Immigrant Bill
Sen. Brian Schatz today announced his support of legislation that would block President Donald Trump’s recent anti-refugee and anti-immigrant executive order.
Man Arrested for Banana Burglary, Break-Ins
A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a stolen Nissan 370Z that was involved in a one-car crash last week in Ainaloa.
County to Revise Flood Hazard Info for Palai Stream
Hawai‘i County will revise the flood hazard information, generally located between Kahopea Street and Awapuhi Street along Palai Stream.
Gov. Ige Issues Statement on U.S. Immigration
Gov. David Ige issued a statement on immigration to the United States.
TMT Hearing: Does the Project Meet the Eight Criteria?
There are eight criteria the Department of Land and Natural Resources must evaluate before allowing construction on a conservation district, such as Mauna Kea.
Windy Conditions Expected for Sunday, Monday
A cold front is moving through the state Sunday, the National Weather Service in Honolulu reported on Saturday, Jan. 28, at 8:40 p.m.
Hakalau Man Arrested for Firearms, Terroristic Threatening
Detectives arrested a Hakalau man late Thursday afternoon, Jan. 26, as part of their investigation into a firearms incident earlier in the day in Puna.
Scheduled Lane Closures: Jan. 27–29, 2017
The DOT and the County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures Friday–Sunday, Jan. 27–29.
East Hawaiʻi Officer of the Month: Paul Mangus
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaiʻi recognized Community Policing Officer Paul Mangus on Thursday, Jan. 26, as the East Hawaiʻi “Officer of the Month” for January. Mangus was honored for his commitment to improving relationships between the police department and the community. During the past year, he organized two “Coffee with a Cop” events […]
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.
