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County Council Squashes Herbicide Resolution
Departments are working toward an herbicide tracking system that would incorporate GIS mapping and real-time data entry, but are only in the early stages of development.
Former Charter School Finance Officer Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud
A Hilo woman pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud by embezzling funds from the charter school where she worked.
US Coast Guard Investigating Wrecked Vessel
No pollutants were discharged into the environment after 63-foot motor-sailing vessel ran aground on the rocky shoreline just north of Hilo.
2-Car Crash Backs Up Traffic on Palani Road
A two-car crash on Palani Road is backing up traffic in the westbound lane.
Hazardous Winds Possible at Big Island Summits This Week
The precise details on the timing and actual wind speeds are still uncertain, but high wind watches/warnings will likely be needed for the Big Island summits later this week, NWS said.
Mokulele Airlines Will Receive Federal Subsidy To Keep Flying To Hana
The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced it would restore federal funding to maintain air service to and from Hana.
Alarming Trends Revealed in Statewide Sex Trafficking Study
A survey of over 300 individuals statewide revealed that one in five of them was sex trafficked before they were 18.
Boater Rescued After Vessel Run Aground
On Monday at approximately 5:33 p.m., Hawai‘i Fire Department received a report of a vessel aground at the bottom of Wainaku Scenic Point and Honoli‘i Beach Park.
HPD Arrests 15 For DUI on Big Island
Two of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. Two of the drivers arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant were under the age of 21.
New Maunakea Administrative Rules Unpacked
In all cases where an activity is prohibited, an exemption may be requested by applying for a special use permit.
Coronavirus in Hawai‘i, ‘Only a Matter of Time’
In all likelihood, officials won’t know the virus has entered the state until it’s already crossed Hawaiian borders.
Police Say Tip Led to Capture of Suspect
A tip resulted in a check of Kukuau Street, where police spotted the suspect. He began running and was later captured about a block away from the sighting.
Quality of Life Arrest Projects in Hilo
The arrest is part of projects police say are continuing in the downtown area of Hilo, specifically targeting areas of concerns raised by the community.
Police Arrest Kona Man on Theft, Forgery Charges
On Friday, detectives and special enforcement officers served a search warrant at a residence in Kailua-Kona.
HVNP to Screen Film on Japanese Internment During WW2
Most people are unaware that Kīlauea Military Camp in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park was also used as a Japanese internment camp during World War II.
Earthquake Shakes Kīlauea’s South Flank
The earthquake was centered about 7.5 miles southeast of Kīlauea caldera near the Hōlei Pali area of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park at a depth of 4.8 miles.
DOT Seeks Help Getting Kids Safely to School
Eligible SRTS projects and activities shall directly support increased safety and convenience for students in grades K-8 to walk and/or bicycle to/from school.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
HPD Seeks Missing Man With Outstanding Warrant
Police ask anyone who may have seen him or have information on his whereabouts is asked to call Officer Shane Hanley of the South Hilo Patrol Division.
Fire Training Exercises Set for KOA
There will be two training fires daily at approximately 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
