North Hawai‘i News
Lawmakers Move Toward Election-Day Voter Registration
Those looking to register to vote on election day wouldn’t need proof of residency, but providing false information would be considered a felony.
State Budget Includes Slight Increase in TAT for Counties
Various Big Island projects, including funds for a Puna regional library, are included in the budget that still needs a final vote and the governor’s signature.
Parker School Senior a Presidential Scholar Semifinalist
Lysha Matsunobu is one of six semifinalists from Hawaii, and the only one from the Big Island.
Pending Budget Contains $35M More for New Kona Courthouse
Combined with other funds, the state Judiciary is nearly halfway to the $90 million needed to consolidate court functions in West Hawaii.
Police Release April 25 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Judge Rules Farmer ‘John Doe’ Can’t Remain Anonymous
The papaya farmer who is a plaintiff in a lawsuit challenging a county GMO registration requirement must reveal his identity to remain in the lawsuit.
Bill Mandates Native Hawaiian Expertise on Land Board
The new law would add a second requirement for members with specific backgrounds on the Board of Land and Natural Resources.
‘Revenge Porn’ Bill Passes Conference Committee
If approved by the full Legislature, the bill would make it a felony to transmit or post nude photos online in an attempt to humiliate someone.
Park Patrons Credited With Grabbing Alleged Kidnapper
Police said Keahi Sale, the object of an intense manhunt Saturday, was held by bystanders at Spencer Beach Park after the kidnapping victim called out for help.
Corporation Counsel Lincoln Ashida Headed to Law Firm
A former deputy prosecutor, the county’s current top civil attorney is wrapping up a record 26 straight years of legal service to the county.
Three Parker School Debaters Qualify for National Tournament
The trio earned the right to compete in Kansas in June by virtue of their second-place finishes at the state competition held earlier this month on Oahu.
Fellowship Named for Big Island Botanist Lani Stemmermann
The endowment by the president of the UH faculty union honors the Hilo-born Stemmermann, a champion of Hawaii plants, environments and ecology.
Police Seek Help Identifying Suspects in Mall Incident
Police are looking for a male and female allegedly involved in a shoplifting incident in which a store employee was injured.
Lawmakers Agree to Fund ‘Green’ Energy Program
The GEMS program aims to provide low- to moderate-income homeowners and renters with photovoltaic systems that would be paid for through electricity bills.
Wind Advisory Issued for Kohala, South Point
A high-pressure system north of the state is prompting both wind and wave warnings for parts of the state.
Police Looking for Two Teenagers Missing in East Hawaii
Shaniyah Das-Laro, 15, and Brianna Kehaulani Freitas-Jones, 17, have been missing since April 12 and March 21, respectively.
No Major Damage or Tsunami from 7.2M Mexico Quake
The tremor struck near the coast about 170 miles from Mexico City, where residents fled into the streets in pajamas and bathrobes on what for many is a day off.
Keck, Gemini Assist in Discovery of Earth-Like Planet
The planet is the first to be found that is about the same size as our own and also orbits at a distance from its sun where water could exist in liquid form.
Waimea Woman Charged With Forging Checks
Josephine Miranda, 23, is accused of stealing a checkbook and then forging and cashing two of the checks.
