News
UPDATE: 20-Acre Brushfire at Keamuku Maneuver Area
The fire began at noon and has encompassed 20 acres. It is currently 40 percent contained. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
HPD Seeks Information About Honoka‘a Burglary
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in providing information about a burglary on on March 27 at a home on Lehua Street in Honokaʻa.
Opossum ‘Hitchhikes’ from San Diego to Honolulu
At about 3:30 a.m., the workers spotted the animal, chased it into a trash container and held it for inspectors from the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture.
Many Endemic Species Found at Papahānaumokuākea
Scientists have discovered globally significant abundances of unique Hawaiian fishes among deep coral reefs in Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.
HPD Seeking Information About Missing Hilo Woman
Tharee Anne “Palen” Davis was last seen by a family member in mid-March 2016.
Firefighters Douse House Blaze in Pāhoa
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department responded to a structure fire in Pāhoa on Saturday, June 4.
Sen. Schatz Proposes Filipino Veterans’ Benefits Legislation
The Filipino Veterans Fairness Act would ensure that surviving Filipino veterans are fully eligible for the benefits they earned during WWII.
Scheduled Lane Closures June 4–10
The State of Hawai’i DOT and the County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works have announced the temporary road closures Saturday through Friday, June 4–10.
HPD Seeks Info on Puna Pedestrian Fatality
Police are renewing their request for information about a fatal vehicle-pedestrian crash on March 28 on Route 130 near the Kaloli Drive intersection in Puna.
HPD Requests Info on Waipio Valley Murder
Hawaiʻi Island police are renewing their request for information about a body found in Waipio Valley on March 3. The victim was identified as Thaine Price.
State Reaffirms Amano as TMT Hearing Officer
The Board of Land and Natural Resources today unanimously denied a motion to disqualify retired Hilo Judge Riki May Amano as the hearing officer in the case.
HCC – Pālamanui Offers Guided Tours in June
Hawai‘i Community College – Pālamanui will host a series of guided campus tours on Wednesdays in June.
New Nā Ala Hele Trail Website Launched
Managed by the state Department of Land and Natural Resources and Division of Forestry and Wildlife, the website is a prime resource for hikers in Hawai‘i.
US Rep. Takai Endorses Hanabusa for Congress
Congressman Mark Takai (HI-01) has endorsed Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa in the First District of Hawaii Congressional race.
Police Seek Hilo Pawn Shop Theft Suspects
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help identifying two men whose images were captured on a surveillance camera during a theft in Hilo on May 26.
Hilo Bay 5K to Honor & Support Veterans
A Salute to Our Veterans Hilo Bay 5K 6th annual race at 7 a.m. will kick off the Fourth of July festivities in Hilo at Lili‘uokalani Park and Gardens.
Foundation Offers Science Camp Scholarships
The 10-day overnight camp gives teens entering grades 8 through 12 the opportunity to explore the environmental diversity that Hawai‘i Island has to offer.
Weekend Lane Closures: June 3–5
The State of Hawai’i DOT and the County Department of Public Works have announced the temporary road closures for Friday through Sunday, June 3 through 5.
Recruitment for State Sheriffs Begins
The Department of Public Safety is looking for a few good men and women to join the State Sheriff Division.
Laubach Appointed District Family Court Judge
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald has appointed M. Kanani Laubach to the District Family Court of Third Circuit on Hawai‘i Island.
