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HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Statistics regarding arrests for driving under the influence and major vehicle accidents are down compared to last year, but traffic fatalities have jumped.
Catholic Cardinal Arrested for Driving Under the Influence
William Joseph Levada, 79, of Menlo Park Calif., was arrested and charged for driving under the influence.
Kumu Street House Fire Causes $15K in Damage
A house fire along Kumu Street in Pahoa was put out by the Hawai’i County Fire Department Monday evening.
New Tropical Depression Develops in Eastern Pacific
As of the 8:00 p.m. National Hurricane Center tropical system advisory a new tropical depression has developed in the East Pacific. Tropical Depression 12-E…
Big Island Students Earn Free Textbooks
Two Big Island students are the recipients of free textbooks as part of the University of Hawai’i’s “15 to Finish” promotion, in partnership with UH Bookstores.
Waimea Man Sought on Warrants
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a 37-year-old Jacob Kawaa Freebairn on six bench warrants for contempt of court.
HI-EMA: Severe Weather Expected to Continue
The Hawai’i Emerency Management Agency, in coordination with other agencies, continues to maintain a watchful eye on current and potential severe weather.
Four Arrested, Two Charged in Kona Weapon Incident
Four individuals were arrested and two were charged following a Friday morning incident involving a stolen vehicle and a weapon.
Red Cross Prepared for Potential Flooding
Over the weekend, hundreds of volunteers were rounded up throughout the state as the American Red Cross Hawai’i chapter prepared for potential severe weather.
Brown Water Advisory Issued
Heavy rainfall throughout the state has caused the Department of Health to issue a state-wide Brown Water Advisory.
UPDATE: Highway 11 Opened to All Traffic
The Hawai’i Police Department reports that Highway 11 between the 58 and 59 mile markers is now open to all traffic.
UPDATE: Fallen Branch Damages Power Line, Knocks Out Power
A downed electrical line caused a brief fire Monday morning near the Maulua Gulch, 23 mile marker.
Scheduled Lane Closures Aug. 24-28
The Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for the week of Aug. 24.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 7:45 p.m.
Heavy rain in areas of the Big Island have triggered Flash Flood and Flood Advisory Warnings.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended, Road Reopened
Heavy rain in portions of West Hawai’i have led to a Flash Flood Warning and the closure of one road.
5 p.m. Update: Kilo Track Shifts Away From Islands
This link will be updated throughout the day with the latest on Kilo…
Gabbard Visits OTEC, Marine Mammal Center
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard spent time in West Hawai’i Friday, where she attended the Makai Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion power plant dedication.
High Powered Kamehameha Offense Too Much for Hilo
Thomas Yam racked up five total touchdowns as the Kamehameha-Kapalama Warriors cruised past Hilo in the final non-league game for both squads.
Weekend Lane Closures
The Hawai’i State Department of Transportation has released the following temporary lane closures.
