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UPDATE: Police Identify Motorcyclist in Fatal Crash
One person is dead following a crash involving a motorcycle and a car that occurred shortly before noon today near the 13-mile marker on Highway 190.
Police: Man Took Pictures in Women’s Restrooms
A 35-year-old Hilo man has been charged with invasion of privacy for allegedly using a cellular telephone to take pictures in public women’s bathrooms.
BRIEF: Police Need Witnesses in South Kohala Case
Police are investigating a negligent injury case that has a Kamuela woman in critical condition at Queen’s Medical Center.
HELCO President Finds Himself on Hot Seat
Members of the County Council questioned Hawaii Electric Light Co. President Jay Ignacio on the costs and impacts to the utility from photovoltaic systems.
Dozens Vent About Geothermal Before Council
Opponents of new geothermal development show up and testify at what was supposed to be an informational meeting held by a County Council committee.
BRIEF: Latest DUI Numbers Show Continued Rise in Arrests
HPD statistics chronicle a continued rise in DUI arrests and major traffic accidents through the first three months of 2012.
County to Buy Popular Kona Surfing Beach
The county wants to purchase a small section of Kona shoreline that is home to one of the area’s most popular surfing spots.
No Tsunami Danger From Latest Mexico Quake
No tsunami was generated by a magnitude 6.0 aftershock that occurred today near Mexico’s western coast.
BRIEF: Charren Ornellas Remains Missing After Alleged Argument
Authorities are searching for 20-year-old Charren Ornellas, who was last seen around 8:30 p.m. on Thursday at a home on Leilani Street. Police say that he reportedly left after an argument took place.
BRIEF: Missing O’Connell Found in Hilo
After being reported missing on Saturday, 53-year-old Susan O’Connell has been located by police.
Legislature Approves $200M OHA Settlement
The state House of Representatives voted today to approve a $200 million settlement with the Office of Hawaiian Affairs over past payments for ceded lands.
Groundbreaking Held for Low-Income Senior Rentals
A groundbreaking was held in Hilo Thursday for the Mohouli Heights Senior Neighborhood, 60-unit rental housing project designed for low-income seniors.
Man Robbed Near Pahoa High Early Friday
A 39-year-old Pahoa man reported to police that he was accosted and robbed early today by a group of young men on the highway near Pahoa High School.
Kealakehe Site Chosen for New Kona Courthouse
Hawaii’s chief justice has chosen a location across the street from the West Hawaii Civic Center as the site for the new Kona courthouse.
Computer Equipment Stolen from Laupahoehoe School
Police are asking for the public’s help solving two burglaries of computer equipment that took place this month at Laupahoehoe Elementary and High School.
UPDATE: Committee Endorses Mizuno, Carlson as Regents
A Senate committee on Friday will take up the nominations of Carl Carlson, Jr. and Barry Mizuno for posts on the University of Hawaii Board of Regents.
Resorts, Others Going Dark Saturday for Earth Hour
A chain of resorts, including one in South Kohala, will join millions of people around the world Saturday celebrating Earth Hour 2012 with an hour of darkness.
BRIEF: Missing Solis-Kim Found Unharmed in Hilo
16-year-old Bradley Kelii Solis-Kim was found unharmed Monday afternoon in Hilo, according to the Hawaii Police Department, nearly six months after he had last been identified in the Hilo area.
BRIEF: Missing Teen Glimane Located by Police
Police say that 17-year-old Tihany Glimane had been found by authorities.
BRIEF: Police Seek Individuals Who Damaged Waimea Trees
Authorities are searching for those responsible for damaging at least seven trees at Waimea Anuenue Park earlier this month.
