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UPDATE: Carjacking Suspect Captured
The arrest brought to a close the manhunt for the alleged carjacker who stole a vehicle from a Kurtistown woman this morning on Kilauea Avenue.
Police Investigating Incident in Hawaiian Acres
The suspects were described as three local men driving a silver-colored, older-model pickup truck.
Flossie Now a Depression, But Still Packing a Rainy Punch
Thje storm’s weakening winds mean it is now a tropical depression, but its thunderstorms today pounded first Kohala and then Maui.
UPDATE: Gusty Winds Causing Power Outages
As more roads in Puna are closed by fallen trees, HELCO cautions the public to beware of downed power lines.
Civil Defense: Winds From Flossie Following More Northern Track
The National Weather Service has reduced its forecast for rainfall expected on the Big Island to two to four inches, with up to six inches in isolated areas.
Authorities Prepare for Flossie’s Arrival
Hawaii County has ordered that all non-essential employees stay home Monday and has encouraged private employers to do the same.
Police Seeking Suspects in Leilani Estates Robbery
Police said the three had been invited to the home but then allegedly robbed its resident using force.
UPDATE: Flossie Weakens Slightly, Landfall Expected Monday Morning
Forecasters said Sunday morning they expect gradual weakening of the storm over the next 48 hours.
Kona Man Charged with 37 Offenses for Credit Card Use
The charges stem from a report from a Keauhou business owner that a company charge card had been used without authorization.
Kona Visitor Missing for More Than a Week
Family members said Kevin Anderson was last seen on July 17 when he left to go swimming at a beach on Ali`i Drive.
Hilo Man Charged in Burglaries Last Year in Waiakea Uka
James Kama, 20, was accused of involvement in the break-ins that took place in November and December.
Another Week for Hilo Landfill Speed Hump Installation
The project that began last Monday is now expected to take up to Aug. 2 to complete.
Funding Problems to Close YWCA Pool Aug. 31
The pool that has been a recreation mainstay in Hilo for four decades is not bringing in enough revenue to stay open, YWCA officials said.
Puainako Widening Update Scheduled for Aug. 8
Transportation officials will provide the latest information on the project at a meeting to be held at the Waiakea Intermediate School cafeteria.
Truck in Marine Convoy Runs Off Saddle Road
The accident west of the entrance to PTA caused temporary traffic delays.
More Overnight Power Outages Planned for North Kohala.
The electricity will be shut off at 8 p.m. on Aug. 13 and Aug. 14, and is scheduled to be turned back on at 5 a.m. the following mornings.
Police Release July 26 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Man Charged with Growing Marijuana in HPP
The Puna man is accused of possessing more than 13 pounds of processed and packaged marijuana.
WHO Declares Sunday World Hepatitis Day
Health officials in Hawaii and worldwide are raising awareness about the disease’s silent epidemic.
