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4 People Wanted for Questioning in Theft Incidents at South Kohala Resort
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying four people wanted for questioning related to theft and damage reports at a resort in South Kohala.
Road to Close For Police Investigation
Motorists are asked to drive with caution during this time and take alternate routes if possible.
VIDEO: Waimanalo Bay Remained Closed Following Whale Carcass Removal
Experts believe the whale was either an adult or sub-adult and probably died within the past week.
HPD on Hunt For Wanted Big Island Man
Big Island authorities are seeking information on a wanted Hilo man.
HPD Renews Ask For Info on Missing Big Island Teen
Police ask anyone with information on her whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line.
Thieves Strip Radio Tower in Kaʻū
On Wednesday, April 7, 2021, Kaʻū patrol officers responded to the radio tower after a loss of radio signal was detected.
Big Island Surpasses 2,600 COVID Infections Wednesday
The state’s two-week average is 85 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Health Officials Continue to Support COVID Vaccines Despite Pause in J&J
Hawai‘i health officials continue to support COVID-19 vaccinations in the wake of federal health agencies announcing the pause in the use of the Johnson & Johnson single-shot vaccine.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund Celebrates Removal of 300 Tons of Marine Debris Since 2003
Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund announced they have removed 300 tons of marine debris from Hawai‘i Island since 2003.
HCCC Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
One employee at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center has tested positive for COVID-19.
Deadline for Driver’s License Renewals Extended
The deadline for driver’s license renewals has been extended to June.
Preliminary Hearing Scheduled for Volcano Man Accused of Sexual Assault
A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for a Volcano man accused of sexually assaulting a 57-year-old woman for Thursday, April 15.
Visitor Accused of Manslaughter Out on Bail
A Pennsylvania man charged with manslaughter after a fatal confrontation in Kailua-Kona last month posted bail Monday, April 12, and has since been released from Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center.
Police Searching for Teen Runaway
Police ask anyone who may have any information on Cruse’s whereabouts to contact the department’s non-emergency line.
Hawaiʻi Expands Safe Travels Program to New International Market
In all cases, the test must be taken no earlier than 72 hours prior to departure and the negative test result submitted prior to departure for Hawaiʻi.
Oahu, Maui Continue to Lead Hawaii in New COVID Cases
The state’s two-week average is 87 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Big Island Man Charged in Business Burglary
A Hilo man will face charges following a weekend incident involving a business on the Big Island.
Hawaii House to Vote on Pay Raises for Legislative Members
An amendment introduced Tuesday would suspend pay increases, but not eliminate them.
