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Injury to Infant Classified as Home Accident
The one-month-old was reportedly admitted to Kona Community Hospital with a head injury.
Missing Puna Woman Returns Home Safely
Police said Janshon Liao returned to her Hawaiian Beaches home on Saturday.
Land Board Approves Fencing of Ka`u Watershed
The 22 miles of fencing is part of a plan to control pigs and other ungulates in 24,000 acres of the Manuka Natural Area Reserve.
Puna Woman Sought in Burglary, on Theft Warrant
Mary Lolita Santos, 40, is wanted in connection with an incident that occurred mid-month in Kurtistown and also on an outstanding warrant.
Big Island Phone Weather Info System Enhanced
The National Weather Service said callers to 935-8555 will receive a wide variety of up-to-the-minute weather information including hurricane updates.
Sunlight Shown to Affect Mercury Levels in Fish
Researchers have found that mercury levels are lower in the fish that feed in well-lit upper waters of the ocean.
Utah Police Issue Extradition Warrant for Hilo Man
Big Island police said Jaycen Robert Munoz is wanted by police in Greater Salt Lake for alleged unlawful sexual conduct with a 16- or 17-year-old.
Traffic Stop in Kapa`au Results in Drug Charges
Police said they found drugs in a stolen vehicle pulled over for a seat-belt violation.
DHHL Proposes Extending Terms of Commercial Leases
The agency is proposing to extend the term of general leases from 65 years to 85 years.
Pahoa Pool Reopens After $1.5M Makeover
The Pahoa Community Aquatic Center reopened Monday after being closed more than six months for $1.5 million in repairs.
New Member Sought for Kaloko-Honokohau Advisory Group
The commission has a vacancy for a member to represent native Hawaiian interests.
Wanted Puna Man Arrested During Warrant Sweep
Matthew Keoni Tilfas, whose tattoos included one depicting Bugs Bunny, was located and arrested last week.
Expect Traffic Delays Starting Monday in Keaau
The state DOT will begin work on a $15 million shoulder conversion project in Keaau beginning Monday, Aug. 26.
Police Arrest Two in Pepeʻekeo Drug Bust
Police arrest 31-year-old Ryland Uchima and 30-year-old Kaycie DeMotta in connection with crystal meth distribution.
Police Search for Missing 58-Year-Old Puna Woman
Janshon Liao of Hawaiian Beaches was last seen in Pāhoa shortly after 2 p.m. on Aug. 23.
Police Release “Wanted” List for August 23
HPD is requesting the public’s assistance in locating several individuals wanted for committing a variety of offenses.
UPDATE: Man Arrested by FBI in Hilo on 39 Counts of Wire Fraud
Justin Wade Smith, 32, could face 20-year prison sentences for each count against him.
UPDATE: Suspect Charged after Vehicle Collision, Gunfire in Puna
Peter Lopes Jr., 45, of Hawaiian Beaches was charged with 9 offenses after fleeing a vehicle collision and discharging a firearm.
UPDATE: Police Release Woman Arrested in Puna Murder
Manaolanalani Benford, 27, of Pāhoa was released after being arrested in connection with the stabbing of a 42-year-old man Wednesday night.
