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HI-SEAS: 8 Month Mars Simulation Crew Recruited
The University of Hawaii announces the crew for the third HI-SEAS mission.
Police Release Sept. 25 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
State Closes Land Near Lava For Public Safety
Anyone caught trespassing on State land near the June 27 lava flow could face a penalty of $5,000.
Police Warn Public About Craigslist Rental Scam
Police are warning the public about a potential Craigslist rental scam.
Lava Flow Update For Thursday, Sept. 25
Hawai’i County Civil Defense says the June 27 surface lava flow remains inactive.
June 27 Lava Front Stalls; Breakout Flow Moves Northeast
While the front of the June 27 lava flow has stalled, a breakout flow is being monitored several hundred yards upslope.
Barking Dog Leads to Kona Break-In Arrest
One of the two suspects involved in Sunday’s break-in remains unidentified, and authorities ask for the community’s help in finding that individual.
Fire Department Responds to Alii Drive Blaze
The cause of Tuesday’s fire on Alii Drive is undetermined.
Autopsy Ordered After Apparent Drowning at Punalu’u Beach
The victim, 53-year-old Reginald Awaa, was diving with family when he apparently drowned.
Lava Flow Update For Tuesday, Sept. 23
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory says the surface lava remains active several hundred yards upslope.
HPD to Set One-Way Traffic Pattern During SJS Country Fair
The one-way pattern will affect Kapiolani Street between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4.
Police Arrest 11 Last Week for DUI Offenses
Whie DUI arrests remain down from last year, major traffic accidents are still beyond last year’s numbers by over 12 percent.
Chain of Craters Road Issued as Emergency Route
Gov. Neil Abercrombie signed a supplemental emergency proclamation Monday to include the repair, restorations, rebuilding, or reestablishment of Chain of Craters Road.
Police Arrest Kailua-Kona Pair in Stolen Boat Case
Two suspects, Michael James McCrum and Isaac Carl Akina, are alleged to have broken into a boat owner’s home and stolen an outboard motor from the man’s boat.
Lava Flow Update For Monday, Sept.22
Hawai’i County officials report the June 27 lava flow has not advanced since Sunday.
UPDATE: Kaawa Flats Now Open
Route 11 between the 58 and 59 mile markers in the Kau district is closed due to flooding. Heavy rains continue in the area.
UPDATE: Lava Flow Update For Saturday, Sept. 20
According to information from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the flow front has slowed considerably over the past day.
Big Island Lane Closures For The Week Of Sept. 20 – Sept. 26
East Hawai’i drivers should expect some traffic interference Monday.
