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Puna Man Accused of Assaulting, Threatening His Wife
A Puna man was taken into custody after allegedly assaulting his wife and threatening to kill her, officials reported Thursday.
HPD Releases January Crime Stats for Puna District
The Puna District started the new year with over 50 reports of theft in January.
Third Puna Structure Fire Under Investigation Within 24 Hours
Fire crews responded to a third structure fire in Puna in less than 24 hours where a home was destroyed.
Ige Taps Kathleen Ho as Next OEQC Director
Ho’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation. Her start date has not yet been determined.
Still No Cases of Novel Coronavirus in Hawai‘i
There are no cases of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Hawai‘i, according to an update from the Department of Health Tuesday afternoon.
Beach Cleanup Scheduled for West Hawai‘i
The county and local nonprofit groups are looking for volunteers to help clean up West Hawai‘i beaches.
Tiger Shark Attack in South Maui
Ocean Safety patrols on jet skis and reported the possible sighting of three tiger sharks of at least 10 feet.
High Wind Watch for Big Island Summits Until Sunday
A high wind watch for the summits means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained winds of at least 56 mph or gusts of 66 mph or stronger may occur.
Trump Acquitted of Impeachment Charges
The US Senate acquitted President Donald Trump of both articles of impeachment Wednesday, one day following his State of the Union Address.
Learn More About US Census at Waimea Town Meeting
On Thursday, Feb. 6, the Waimea Community Association’s town meeting will focus on US Census Day, which takes place on April 1.
Fire Destroys 2 Structures in Puna
No injuries were reported after a two structures in the Puna District were destroyed in fires Tuesday.
Kohala Middle School Receives Funds for Covered Play Court
State Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funds totaling $3.6 million were released by Gov. David Ige, Tuesday, to finance design and construction for a covered play court at the Kapa‘au school.
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.
