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Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Theft Suspect
Hawai‘i Police seek the public’s assistance with identifying a suspect in a theft and identity theft investigation.
Wind Advisory for Areas of Hawai‘i Island
A wind advisory is in effect for portions of the Big Island until Thursday morning.
Kona Community Hospital Foundation Accepts $4K Donation
The American Resort Developers Association (ARDA) donated $4,000 to the Kona Hospital Foundation (KHF) in support of Kona Community Hospital.
New Grant to Increase Employment Outcomes for Youth With Disabilities
A new grant awarded to to University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa College of Education will support a project aimed at increasing employment outcomes for youth with disabilities and breaking down employment barriers.
Village 9 Homeless Camp Construction Slated for Early Spring
Homeless could take up residence in the Kailua-Kona homeless project by as early as summer 2020.
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.
53 Self-Monitor for Coronavirus in Hawai‘i After Visiting Japanese Couple Tests Positive
One man remains in quarantine as Department of Health investigation continues.
Major Intersection Upgrade Public Meeting
How complicated can an intersection be? The answer is maybe more complicated than you think.
Puna Town Hall Meeting Addresses Telehealth, Broadband
With a massive physician shortage statewide, officials are looking to the technology of Telehealth to care for Hawai‘i’s rural communities.
Funderburk’s Father Believes Death Accidental
David Funderburk remembered his daughter Sunday and thanked the Big Island community for an outpouring of love and support.
Summer Jobs With Summer Fun Program
The department will continue to accept completed job applications until all positions are filled.
4 New Sheriff’s Deputies Coming to Big Island
Public Safety Department officials, family members and friends gathered Friday at the Neal Blaisdell Center in Honolulu to witness the graduation of the Law Enforcement Recruit Class 19-01 for Deputy Sheriffs.
Police Continue Investigation into Body Found at Hilo Homeless Camp
Hawaiʻi Police continued their investigation after a body was discovered on Valentine’s Day at a homeless encampment on the edge of the Wailuku Riverbank in Hilo.
Body Found on Valentine’s Day Identified
Hawaiʻi Island Police are conducting a death investigation after the discovery of a body on the evening of Friday, Feb. 14 at a homeless encampment on the edge of the Wailuku Riverbank.
Megan May Funderburk Found Dead Near Hilo
Funderburk’s body was found at approximately 9:30 a.m. Saturday. She’d been missing for nearly six days.
Red Light Camera Bill Advances
A bill that would establish a photo red light imaging pilot program is advancing through Hawaii’s House Legislature.
Nominees for 3rd Circuit Court Judge Sent to Governor
The Judicial Selection Commission announced a list of nominees for the judicial vacancy of a 3rd Circuit Court judge.
Search Efforts Continue for Megan Funderburk
Search efforts continue for 24-year-old Megan May Funderburk, who has been missing since Feb. 9.
