News
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.
Hilo Man Honored For Efforts on Behalf of HIV Community
Lenard Allen will be presented with the 9th annual Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award for his work assisting those with HIV or at risk of acquiring the virus.
Water Outage Wednesday in Area Off Railroad Avenue
The affected areas include Panaewa Industrial Acres subdivision and Panaewa House & Farm Lots.
Hawaii Volcanoes Cancels Tonight’s ‘After Dark’ Lecture
Tonight’s After Dark in the Park presentation on the Ka`u desert footprints will be rescheduled next year.
New Managing Director For Mayor Kenoi?
Current Managing Director Bill Takaba may be retiring after 38 years of working for Hawaii County.
Elections Workers’ Lawsuit Dismissed; Appeal To Follow
The attorney for two elections workers fired and later reinstated said he will appeal the dismissal of the defamation lawsuit.
Connections Charter School Employee Subject of Hearing
The state ethics commission has accused an executive assistant at the school of orchestrating transactions with a private company he owns.
Abercrombie Calls For Election Probe, All-Mail Voting
The governor said the steady increase in absentee voting suggests that voting by mail will bring Hawaii into the 21st Century.
Events Leading to National Meth Awareness Day
School rallies and art and pledge competitions are part of the preparations for Friday’s awareness day and beyond.
Firefighters Extinguish Small Arson Fire in Ainaloa Subdivision
The fire was located in a bathroom and closet in the abandoned home on Ainaloa Drive.
Christmas Tree Deliveries Delayed by Slugs and Wasps
The state is requiring shippers to provide workers to treat the infested trees under state supervision.
Abercrombie Puts PLDC Rules on Hold, Orders More Meetings
The governor has directed the controversial agency’s rule-making be delayed while public concerns are addressed.
Lava Again Approaching Ocean; County Prepares for Crowds
The county is getting ready for sightseers that visit the Kalapana area in droves to see lava enter the sea.
Police Release Nov. 23 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
