News
Suspect Sought in Invasion of Privacy Case
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the identity of a man who was seen taking indecent photographs of a sleeping woman on a Hele-On bus in August.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/14/14
According to Hawai’i County Civil Defense Friday, the breakout nearest the transfer station has stopped flowing and is inactive.
Military Convoy Scheduled to Begin Tuesday
Oahu-based service members are scheduled to convoy from Kawaihae Harbor to Pohakuloa Training Area on Nov. 18-19.
Hilo Girl Recognized as ‘Hero’ Following Rare Condition
An eight-year-old Hilo girl has been recognized as a hero by Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children and Kids Wish Network following her recovery from a rare-condition.
Hilo Man Arrested in Weapons Incident
The Hawai’i Police Department arrested and charged 36-year-old Richard Mattos Jr. in connection to an encounter involving a handgun and machete in Hilo.
Kea’au Man Faces Enhanced Charges in HPP Burglary
The Hawai’i Police Department arrested and charged 22-year-old Sebastian Hernandez in connection to an attempted burglary in Hawaiian Paradise Park Wednesday.
Air Quality Remains ‘Good’ Despite Lava
Air quality levels tracked by the Department of Health’s Clean Air Branch have not detected any unsafe levels of air quality in the areas of the June 27 lava flow.
HPD Investigating Two Kona Robberies
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating two robberies that happened on the 73-1200 block of Hiolani Street in Kailua-Kona on Nov. 2 and Nov. 12.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/13/14
The three breakouts of the June 27 lava flow that have been active all week continue with their activity as smoke conditions remain moderate to heavy.
Multiple Bird Hunting Areas Opened by PTA
Pohakuloa Training Area officials will open multiple areas for bird hunting on Nov. 15-16 from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
FEMA Briefing for State and County Agencies Tuesday
State, county and non-profit organizations are invited to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Public Assistance program briefings.
High Surf Warning Prompts West Hawai’i Beach Closures
Kahalu’u, Waiaha, and La’aloa beach parks have been closed because of high surf. A High Surf Warning is posted for West Hawai’i shores until 6 p.m. Wednesday.
June 27 Lava Flow Afternoon Update – 11/12/14
Breakouts of the June 27 lava flow remain active. One has advanced 225 yards in a 24 hour period and could potentially reach Apa’a Street in the next 3-5 days.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/12/14
Although the June 27 lava flow remains stalled at the leading front, three breakouts upslope remain active.
June 27 Lava Flow Evening Update – 11/11/14
Officials from Civil Defense and the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continue to monitor three active breakouts near Apa’a Street.
Police Searching for Man Last Seen in Hilo
Police say that Jeffrey Meek was last seen in Hilo on Saturday.
UH Board of Regents Approves In-State Tuition for All Veterans
The University of Hawai’i Board of Regents approved a policy amendment granting all military veterans in-state tuition.
Fire Hydrant Test Scheduled for Haihai Street
The County of Hawai’i Department of Water Supply will conduct a fire hydrant flow test on a hydrant along Haihai Street on Nov. 13. between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/11/14
Officials from Hawai’i County Civil Defense and the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continue to monitor lava breakouts that are between 490 yards and 1.7 miles upslope of Apa’a Street.
Downtown Hilo Night Road Work Will Cause Closure
Night road work will cause a road closure in downtown Hilo Wednesday night through Thursday morning.
