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Former US Army Range Director Pleads Guilty of Conspiracy

The bribes included cash, automobiles and firearms.

Striping Work Completed on Highway 132

The Department of Public Works requested and received a three-month extension from the Federal Highway Administration to complete the road restoration of Highway 132.

DWS Water Service Work to Slow Hwy 19 Traffic

The work is to install a new water service.

HDOT Continues Study on Road Usage Charge

Beginning this month, the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) will mail driving reports to thousands of vehicle owners across the state in an effort to research the feasibility of adjusting to a per-mile road usage charge (RUC).

Suspect Sought in Theft from Kea‘au High

On Oct. 19, a Kawasaki Mule side x side all-terrain vehicle was taken from the school, according the Hawai‘i County Police Department.

Suspect in Fatal Crash Identified, has DUI History

The driver of the Honda, 35-year-old Cassandra Lynn Ellis of Kailua-Kona, died as a result of the crash.

Water Service Install to Cause Traffic Delays in Waimea

An installation of a new water service in Waimea is expected to cause traffic delays later this week.

Public Invited to Combat Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death With Seed Banking Initiative

The public is invited to participate in the Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death Seed Banking Initiative in response to the ROD crisis across the state.

Red Cross CEO for Pacific Islands Region to Retire

The CEO of the American Red Cross Pacific Islands Region is stepping down and a search is underway for a new leader.

Anheuser-Busch to Take Full Ownership of Kona Brew

Anheuser-Busch currently owns 31% of Kona Brewing Company. By 2020, the company will own the Big Island brand in its entirety. 

HPD Lieutenant Awed by Officer Response to Fatal Crash

On Monday, Buyten was still overwhelmed by the events of Sunday. While the crash was horrific, he felt an enormous sense of pride for how his officers responded and conducted themselves on such a traumatic scene.

Police, Prosecutor Clarify Release of Suspect in Fatal Crash

A suspect in a crime can only legally be held for 48 hours before charges must be filed.

Graduate of Veterans Court Hopes to Pay it Forward

US Navy veteran Randall Chase spent several years after his service in a fog. Mired by drugs and alcohol, the 33-year-old said he would do whatever he could not to remember or feel.

Learn About Recycling Changes

A community forum will be held next week to discuss the recent changes to Hawai‘i County’s recycling program.

HEC Drone Surveys Evaluate Wildfire Risk

Unlike California, many utility lines in Hawaiʻi run through tropical forests and areas that typically receive abundant rainfall.

Magnitude-4.8 Quake Rocks Hāmākua District

A magnitude-4.8 earthquake struck the Hāmākua Coast region of Hawai‘i Island at approximately 6:36 a.m.

Golf Legend to Make Champions Debut at Hualalai

The PGA TOUR Champions will kick off the 2020 season with the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai on Hawai‘i Island.

UPDATE 1: Police Identify Victim in Queen K Head-On Collision

A woman is dead and three children are injured after a head-on collision this afternoon Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway.

Veterans Day Ceremonies in Kona, Hilo

Hawai‘i County will honor military veterans in a multiple ceremonies scheduled for both sides of the island. 

Two-Car Crash Closes Highway

A North Kona section of Queen Ka‘ahumanu closed to traffic in both directions Sunday afternoon following a collision. 
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