News
High Winds Causing Debris Damage, Road Closures
According to Hawai’i County Civil Defense, road closures have been reported in Waimea, Ahualoa, and Kona.
Puna Man Sought in Abuse and Reckless Driving Cases
The Hawai’i Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 21-year-old Puna man wanted in abuse and reckless driving cases.
UPDATE: Kua Bay Reopens After Object Identified
The Kekaha Kai section of Kua Bay has been closed after an unidentified object was found in the water.
Foul Play Not Suspected in Ocean View House Fire
The Hawai’i Police Department says that foul play is not suspected in New Year’s Eve Ocean View House Fire that led to the death of a 67-year-old man.
DLNR: Waimanu Camping Canceled and Trail Closed
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife has canceled Waimanu camping permits and closed the trail due to a pending storm.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/2/15
The June 27 lava flow front remains stalled, Civil Defense continues to watch a breakout 150 yards upslope.
Gov. Ige Appoints Seven to Cabinet Positions
Among Ige’s appointments, Carty Chang replaces William Aila Jr. as the acting director of the Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Autopsy on Wailea Beach Victim Completed
Autopsy reports show that David Green Thompson’s death while swimming off the coast of Wailea Beach in Puako Sunday was due to asphyxia due to drowning.
One Person Found Dead in Ocean View House Fire
Hawai’i County Fire Department crew members found one of the occupants of a burning Lehua Lane home dead while battling the blaze.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/1/15
The June 27 lava flow begins the New Year stalled, according to Hawai’i County Civil Defense. The flow front remains 0.5 miles from the Highway 130 intersection.
State Judiciary Seeks Court Interpreters
The Hawai’i State Judiciary seeks individuals who speak both English and another language to apply as court interpreters.
Volcanoes National Park Master Mechanic Retires
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park master mechanic Harold Mulliken will retire after 25 years of service.
UPDATE: Walmart Clothing Fire Remains Under Investigation
Walmart reopened Tuesday night at 9 p.m., nearly five hours after a fire in the men’s clothing section forced an evacuation.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/31/14
After three days and about 150 yards, the June 27 lava flow has once again stalled, this time 0.5 miles from the Highway 130 and Pahoa Village Road intersection.
Clothing Fire Forces Evacuation of Hilo Walmart
At 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, smoke was seen coming from the men’s clothing section of the Hilo Walmart store.
West Hawai’i State Parks to Close Early Wednesday
The Department of Land and Natural Resources will close state parks in West Hawai’i early on Wednesday to discourage use of fireworks in the areas.
Police Renew Request for Information in Waiakea Uka Fire
Police once again request the public’s help in retrieving information regarding a fire that occurred Dec. 10 at the Waiakea Uka Gym in Hilo.
Kanno Named Interim State Librarian
Outgoing state librarian Richard Burns has selected Stacie Kanno to serve on an interim basis until the Board of Education makes a permanent appointment.
Convoy to Travel from Kawaihae Beginning Friday
Oahu-based service members will travel the roads between Kawaihae Harbor and Pohakuloa Training Area beginning Saturday, Jan. 3.
PTA: Hunting Sites Open Over the New Year
Army officials will open hunting areas at Pohakuloa Training Area for bird and mammal hunting over the New Year holiday and into the weekend.
