North Hawai‘i News
Lava Flow Moving North Toward Kaohe Boundary
The June 27 Kilauea lava flow gained 150 yards between Saturday and Sunday morning, bringing the flow closer to the Kaohe Homesteads boundary.
Fatal Accident at Kohala Ranch
A 50-year-old Utah man died Wednesday afternoon following a single-vehicle crash in Kohala Ranch.
ACLU Files First Amendment Lawsuit Challenging Local Panhandling Law
A lawsuit filed Wednesday argues that certain Hawai’i County codes unconstitutionally prohibit panhandling.
Lava Flow Update for Sept. 10
The June 27th lava flow that continues to pose a threat to Hawai’i Island’s Puna District has advanced approximately 250 yards since yesterday.
Police Seek Help Identifying Forgery Suspect
Man suspected of using counterfeit money at a fast-food restaurant in downtown Hilo.
Lava Could Reach Pahoa Road by Sept. 24
HVO reports June 27 flow could reach Pahoa Government Road within 16-18 days.
USDA Issues Secretarial Disaster Designation for Hawai`i County
Local farmers who meet the requirements for emergency loans will have eight months to apply for aid.
Police Release Aug. 29 List of Arrest Warrants
Police ask that anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person on this list call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
HVO, Civil Defense Give Latest Lava Flow Update
HVO scientist Jim Kauahikaua and Civil Defense head Daryl Oliveira provided updates to a crowd of hundreds at the Pahoa Community Center last night.
State Supreme Court Dismisses ACLU Voting Suit
A lawsuit filed on behalf of the American Civil Liberties Union asking the State Supreme Court to allow voters affected by Tropical Storm Iselle to cast a vote for the August primary election has been dismissed.
Hawai`i County Police Locate Missing Teenager
Hawai`i County Police report 16-year-old Shania Akiona of Kailua-Kona was found unharmed about 5 p.m. Wednesday.
Kona Man Found Guilty of Crystal Meth Distribution
33-year-old Kali Lotoaiki Laulea of Kona faces up to 40 years in prison and a $5 million fine.
June 27 Lava Flow Creeps Toward Kaohe Homesteads
Recent breakout advances toward the eastern boundary of the Wao Kele O Puna Forest Reserve.
Keck Observatory Spots ‘Monster Galaxy’ Formation
Record-setting find offers a glimpse into the violent nature of the early universe.
Big Island High Schools Among ‘Most Improved’
Students from Hilo, Honoka`a, Kohala and Konawaena High schools achieved significantly higher test scores in 2014, while other area schools saw improvements in graduation rates.
Police Arrest 26 Motorists for DUI Offenses
Arrests come amid a marked increase in major accidents on Big Island roadways.
No Tsunami Advisory After 7.0 Peru Quake
The large earthquake came just hours after a 6.0 quake struck northern California.
UPDATE: USGS Monitoring Potential Lava Flow Threat to Homes
If the June 24 lava flow continues to advance, it could threaten residential areas and infrastructure, according to HVO scientists.
