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James Kealoha Beach Park to Reopen Following Repaving Work of Parking Lot
James Kealoha Beach Park in Keaukaha will reopen Thursday, Aug. 18, following the complete repaving of the park’s roadway and parking areas.
Leilani Fire Now 90% Contained on State, PTA Lands
The Leilani Fire has reached 90% containment, state officials reported Wednesday, Aug. 17.
All Dogs Found Let Loose Following Break-In at Kaua‘i Humane Society
Kaua‘i Humane Society is seeking donations after all dogs were let loose after a break-in at the shelter over the weekend.
County to Temporarily Pause Rental, Utility Assistance Program
The county’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program, ERAP, will temporarily pause to new applications starting Thursday in an effort to process existing applications.
HPD Locates Woman Who Escaped Police Custody in Pāhoa
A woman who escaped police custody earlier this week was apprehended this morning.
Weekly COVID Update: DOH Reports 338 New Cases on Big Island
The state Department of Health reported 2,696 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Aug. 17, bringing the statewide total to 335,518.
Skunk Found in Trap at Wildlife Sanctuary on Maui
A skunk was found in a trap by personnel from the Department of Land and Natural Resources in the Kanahā Pond State Wildlife Sanctuary on Maui Monday, Aug. 15.
High Bacteria Levels Detected in Waters at 4 Miles Beach in Keaukaha
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health is retesting Keaukaha Beach – 4 Miles, after high levels of bacteria were detected in the waters.
A Night to Remember: Fashion Show Raises Funds, Awareness for HIV on the Big Island
It was a night to remember — twinkling lights, long dresses and a lit-up runway took over the King Kamehameha Hotel ballroom Saturday night to raise funds and awareness for HIV on the Big Island.
19 Motorists Arrested for DUI
During the week of Aug. 8-14, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 19 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Federal Grant Lands Big Island New Electric Buses
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced Tuesday, Aug. 16 that 21 alternative energy and low-emission buses will be deployed across the state thanks to the “Buses and Bus Facilities” and “Low or No Emission” grants under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Narrowed-Down Affordable Housing Audit Recommended for Approval
A pared-down request by a West Hawai‘i council member to have the county auditor take a deeper look into the marred county Office of Housing and Community Development’s use of affordable housing credits was recommended for approval by the county’s finance committee.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding Woman Who Escaped Police Custody
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating 34-year-old Jenna Martin who escaped from police custody on Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, at approximately 6:25 p.m.
Motorcyclist Transported to HMC Following Collision in Downtown Hilo
A motorcyclist was transported to Hilo Medical Center after a collision with a vehicle in downtown Hilo on Monday afternoon.
Loitering, Boozing Prompting Council to Consider Temporary Stub-Street Closure
The Hawai‘i County Council will consider closing a stub-street at Ka‘eka Street in North Kona to reduce loitering, drinking and other unseemly behavior.
4 New Monkeypox Cases Reported in Hawaiʻi, DOH Confirms
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is reporting four additional monkeypox cases in Hawaiʻi.
New Safe Place Program Allows Keiki to Notify Bus Drivers if They’re in Danger
The County of Hawaiʻi Mass Transit Agency, in partnership with the National Safe Place Network, is launching a Safe Place initiative to expand the safety net for youth in crisis on Hawaiʻi Island.
Hilo Couple Faces Theft Charges in Connection to Stolen Vehicle and Service Dog
Two Hilo residents face felony charges in connection with the reported theft of a Honda CR-V and service dog from the Prince Kuhio Plaza parking lot on Sunday, Aug. 13.
Police Investigating Stabbing at Kona Bar
Police are investigating a stabbing that sent a Kailua-Kona bar bouncer to the hospital on Saturday night.
HPD Seeks Help Finding Runaway Teen
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a 16-year-old runaway.
