North Hawai‘i News
VIDEO: New Satellite Providing Greater Insight on Rainfall
The Global Precipitation Measurement spacecraft augments the mission of a satellite launched in 1997 to study rainfall in the tropics.
16-Year-Old Mountain View Boy Missing
Police are looking for Rillian Woods, who was last seen Feb. 28 in Nanawale Estates.
Culinary Arts Classic Set for April 4
The renowned event held by the Hawaii Community College Culinary Arts Program provides food for both the palate and the eye.
Correa, Okinaka Honored for Service to Community
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaii last week issued its awards for police officer and firefighter of the year.
Flooding Closes Waipio Valley Road
More than 8 inches of rainfall over the past day has resulted in the closing of the valley’s steep access road to all but local residents.
Ashida, Yoshimoto Among Candidates for District Court Judgeship
The county’s corporation counsel and the chairman of the Hawaii County Council are among six nominees from the Judicial Selection Commission.
Missing Man, Infant Daughter Located Safe
The estranged husband had taken his daughter from home of relatives for a trip to Kona, but was not heard from until the following month.
16-Year-Old Hilo Boy Missing for Past Week
Delvionte “Devy” Cooper was last seen in Hilo on the morning of March 14.
UPDATE: New Flood Advisory Issued, This One for Ka`u
The National Weather Service issued a second flood advisory today, the latest involving heavy rain falling in Wood Valley and scheduled to remain in place until at least 4:30 p.m.
Police Release March 21 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
House Budget Big on Big Island
The House version of the state CIP budget, which will next be considered by the Senate, contains $436 million for projects in Hawaii County.
Pahoa Woman Missing Since March 6
Danielle Caron is 4-foot-11 tall, and known to frequent Keaau, Kalapana and other parts of Puna.
Mokulele Will Honor Its Flights Bought On Go!
The Kona-based interisland carrier will not be affected by the Go! closure and will honor its tickets that were purchased through Go!.
County Attacks Fire Ants At Richardson Ocean Park
The county is trying to combat colonies of the ‘little fire ants,’ which can cause a painful sting, at the popular beach park in Keaukaha.
Flood Advisory Issued for Hamakua Coast
The National Weather Service said moderate to heavy rain was occurring around Honoka`a, with the advisory expected to be in place until 8:15 p.m.
Weather Service Issues High Wind Watch for Weekend
Trade winds of 35 to 45 mph with gusts of up to 65 mph are expected, especially in leeward sections like South Kohala.
Police Release March 14 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Kona Teen Missing Since Feb. 24
Police are asking for the public’s help locating 16-year-old Shellsea Gouiveia-Asuncion.
Public Invited to Submit Properties for Open Space Program
The nominations will be reviewed and prioritized by the county’s Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission.
House Approves Its Version of State Budget
The $12 billion supplemental spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year funds a new pharmacy school building, and part of the cost of a new Kona courthouse.
