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Another Suspect Charged in Latest Ali`i Sunset Plaza Robbery
That makes two individuals charged in the attack and robbery of a 26-year-old Kealakekua man.
County Council Meets, Votes Against Shorter Meetings
Council members voted to approve changes to their operating rules, but not before amending one.
Kenoi, Roth and County Council Members Sworn In
The 11 newly elected county officials took office during a ceremony today at the Afook-Chinen Civil Auditorium.
Power Outages Affects 9,000 Customers
At 9:29 p.m. last night power flickered off and was interrupted from The Hawai’i Electric Light Company’s (HELCO) Pohoiki substation to the Kaumana substation. Approximately 9,000 customers exist in the affected areas. Consumers experienced two more outages today.
Fire Threat Prompts Recall of Ford Escapes, Fusions
The recall involves 2013 models with the 1.6-liter engine.
Former Hilo Man Charged in May Robbery
The incident that occurred in Hilo was not reported to police until October.
UPDATE: Man Arrested for Arson in Hawaiian Beaches Fire
A Pahoa man is arrested on suspicion of setting fire to his home following a domestic dispute.
Police Release Nov. 30 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
UPDATE: Victim in Fatal Motorcyclist Crash Identified
The crash occurred this afternoon at the intersection of Highway 130 and Leilani Avenue.
Agency Announces Plans to Expand Hakalau Forest Refuge
The US Fish & Wildife Service is looking to expand both of the refuge’s two units, one located on Mauna Kea and the other on Mauna Loa.
Lava Flow Still Active But Ocean Entry Stops
An active lava lake inside Halemaumau, Kilauea’s summit crater, remains the viewing choice of many volcano-watchers.
HELCO Holding Public Meetings on Planning Process
The meetings are designed to get input on the Integrated Resource Planning process initiated by the state Public Utilities Commission.
$3.7 Million Released for Hilo Medical Center Improvements
The funding appropriated by the Legislature and released by Gov. Neil Abercrombie will cover a variety of renovations.
Charges Filed in Monday’s Robbery in Kona Parking Lot
One of the alleged assailants has been charged with robbery, assault and theft, and police continue to look for more suspects.
UPDATE: Papaikou Water Main Break Repaired
The break that occurred near Anderton Camp is not expected to be repaired until 11 p.m.
Ring in Holiday Season with “Sounds of the Season”
Ringing in the festivity with both traditional and contemporary pieces, Maestro Michael Russell will conduct a concert that is certain to provide a melodic gift to both young and old.
FBI: Major Gambling Operation Busted in Kona
Eight people were indicted last week by a federal grand jury in Honolulu in connection with the gambling enterprise.
Mountain View Girl Missing Since Oct. 24
Police are asking for the public’s help finding Sabrina Nakaima.
Police Seek Witnesses to Kona Assault, Robbery
For the second time in six weeks, an assault in the Ali`i Sunset Plaza parking lot has resulted in a victim with a broken jaw.
Non-Profit Plans to Build New Adult Day-Care Facility
The new Hilo Adult Day Care Center would be located next to the Mohouli Heights senior rental complex.
