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Rodrigues Charged; Bail Set at $20,000
The Mountain View man who allegedly attacked his son with a machete was charged for pointing what looked like a rifle at two officers at his home.
Health Coalition Offering Screenings Island-Wide
The Vision Van and other components of the WE hui will be making 13 stops on the Big Island this month to provide a variety of health services.
Man Spearfishing Drowns Off South Kona Beach
A witness on shore watched the snorkeler dive below the surface and called authorities when he failed to surface.
Two Inmates Escape From Hale Nani
Police said Robert Garcia and Andrew Wanat were discovered missing during a 10:30 p.m. head count at the minimum-security facility just south of Hilo.
Testimony Given on GMO Bills, Will Resume Friday
A County Council committee is considering two new versions of a bill that would limit the growing of transgenic crops on the Big Island.
UH-Hilo Student Taking Part in Lunar Probe Mission
Krystal Schlechter spent the summer assisting NASA with lunar observations in preparation for Saturday’s launch of the Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer.
Safeway Settles With EPA on Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The nation’s second-largest grocery chain will pay a fine and implement a $4.1 million plan to reduce leaks from its refrigeration equipment.
Tree Trimmer Cuts Cable Service to Puna
Oceanic Time Warner Cable service was out for much of the day to residents of Puna, and still had not been restored to some areas by early evening.
Hilo Man Sought on Warrant for Violating Probation
Police said Lathan Rosa, 30, is also wanted for questioning on an unrelated theft case.
Kona Airport Added to TSA’s PreCheck Program
The West Hawaii airport is one of three on the neighbor islands added to the program which allows select frequent travelers easier movement through checkpoints.
USDA Funding Wastewater Improvements for Kona Subdivision
A $4 million grant and $2.4 million loan will pay for sewer system enhancements for the Lono Kona subdivision in Kailua-Kona.
Father Arrested Following Fight With Son
Jonathan P. Rodrigues Sr. was arrested in connection with the domestic dispute and for pointing what appeared to be a rifle at officers the following day.
Council Committee to Consider Two GMO Bills
One of the bills would outlaw transgenic papayas after 30 months and includes a fine of up to $1,000 per day for violations.
Crash on Highway 19 Forces Four-Hour Detour
Only minor injuries resulted from the collision between a semi-truck and a sedan near the 42-mile marker.
Missing Kona Girl Found Unharmed
Kalehua Vea, who had been reported missing last week, was located this afternoon in North Kohala.
Police Taking Another Look at 40-year-old Murder
Detectives are using new technologies to reopen old cases, including the 1973 shooting death of a 23-year-old Kona woman.
Legacies: Ho`omau Benefit is Sept. 14
Tickets are currently on sale for a one-night-only extravaganza at the University of Hawai`i at Hilo Performing Arts Center.
Kenoi in Taiwan to Promote Big Island
The Big Island’s chief executive is among nine US mayors being hosted by the Republic of China at this year’s conference.
Woman Charged in Incident Near Keonepoko School
Lokelani Lenore Harbrecht-Kalua was charged for allegedly making threatening gestures with a firearm near the Kahakai Boulevard school.
