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Outstanding Warrants List on Big Island
Hawai‘i Police Department released a list of wanted individuals as of Jan. 10, 2020.
Brush Fire Scorches land by Historical Site
About 30 acres were burned in South Kohala after a car fire ignited the brush at the entrance of Pu’ukohola Heiau and Spencer Beach Park, Thursday afternoon.
Rainfall totals Mostly Above Average in 2019
Big Island rainfall totals for 2019 were mostly above average.
Wind, High Surf and Winter Weather to Accompany Flood Watch Through Weekend
Sand bags are available to the public.
Police Charge Murder Suspect, Identify Victim
Utecht is being held in lieu of $553,000 bail pending his initial court appearance scheduled for Friday.
Police Locate Missing Woman
She was found in good health in Ocean View on the morning of Thursday, Jan. 9.
HPD Renews Search for Man Wanted for Escape
The Hawaiʻi Police Department continues to look for Joseph Augustino Narzisi.
Kohala Public Schools Closed Due to Power Outage
Kohala schools are closed due to a power outage this morning.
Hilo’s White Goods Area Temporarily Closed
The solid waste service at Hilo Transfer Station is closed due to the facility reaching maximum capacity allowed by the State Department of Health.
Flash Flood Watch Issued Islandwide
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for all the entire island through Saturday.
Public Advised to be Alert of Agriculture Thefts
An uptick in agriculture theft has police reminding the public of its consequences and how farmers can safeguard themselves against such crimes.
Herbicide Ban Dies as Council Fails to Override Mayoral Veto
The vote swung on the reversal of District 4 Councilwoman Ashley Kierkiewicz, who was the only member of the Council to change her position Wednesday.
HTA Now Accepting Applications of Ho‘oilina Scholarship
Ten scholarships are now available to students across the state through the Hawai‘i Tourism Ho‘oilina Scholarship.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Puna Woman
Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a Puna woman, who was reported missing.
Informational Hearings to Discuss Transfer Stations
The county invites the public to attend public informational hearings to discuss residential transfer stations islandwide.
Hilo Man Arrested in Connection to Stabbing in Eden Roc
A Hilo man has been taken into custody in connection with a stabbing in Puna.
Surveillance Footage Captures Persons of Interest in Fraud Case
Police seek the public’s help in identifying two persons of interest in a fraud investigation.
Opihi Picker Rescued From Rough Waters
An opihi picker suffered minor injuries after he was rescued from rough waters Tuesday afternoon.
