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Police Arrest Kona Man for Meth Trafficking
Police arrested 54-year-old James Busche of Kailua-Kona after finding drugs and cash on him last Friday.
Foul Play Suspected in Captain Cook Death
The body of man found in Captain Cook with suspicious head injuries has led to a Hawai’i Police Department coroner’s inquest investigation.
Police Search for Missing Captain Cook Man
Twenty-year-old Tristan Postadan is being searched for by the Hawai’i Police Department. His family is concerned about his welfare after he went missing Friday.
Political Analysis: Ige on Mauna Kea
Political analysts discuss whether Gov. David Ige’s actions on Mauna Kea will impact his popularity in the future.
Mauna Kea Recreation Area Adds Playground
Hawai’i County has added a new playground to the Mauna Kea Recreation Center, the latest in a series of improvements at the facility since the county took it over in 2014.
HI-EMA, Partners Plan for Hilda
As Hilda tracks explore potential Big Island impacts, Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency, local Civil Defense agencies, and state and federal partners coordinate preparation.
Scheduled Lane Closures Aug. 10-14
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for the week of Aug. 10.
11 p.m. HILDA UPDATE: Heavy Rainfall, Flooding Possible
Hilda is now expected to produce heavy rain over portions of the state Thursday and Friday. This type of rainfall could cause flash flooding, mudslide and…
UPDATE: Kawaihae Brush Fire Continues to Burn Out of Control
A brush fire that began Saturday in Kawaihae continues to burn out of control.
Hilda Expected to Make Landfall as Tropical Depression
Hilda is now a Category 2 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph. The system is now expected to track directly for the Big Island as a…
UPDATE: Brush Fire Burns in Kawaihae
A brush fire near the 66 mile marker along Kawaihae Road is currently burning.
Public Meetings Set for DLNR’s SWAP
Two Big Island public input meetings will be held by the Department of Land and Natural Resources regarding the department’s updated Hawai’i State Wildlife Action Plan.
Weekend Lane Closures
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced temporary lane closures for Saturday.
HPD Seeks Armed Man for Burglary, Terror Threat
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking an armed 50-year-old man for burglary and terroristic threatening.
Hilda Major Hurricane, Track Shifted Toward Islands
This post will be updated with the latest on Hilda for Saturday August 8, 2015…
Local Farm Faces Salmonella Recall
Mahina Mele Farms in Captain Cook is recalling some of its macadamia nut products after the Food and Drug Administration tested products and found Salmonella.
Hilo Muni Improvements Set to Break Ground
A blessing and groundbreaking ceremony will be held at the Hilo Municipal Golf Course at 4 p.m. on Aug. 14 as the start of improvement work is commemorated.
Police Release Aug. 7 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
