North Hawai‘i News
Man Wanted on Outstanding Warrant, and For Questioning
Kaina Black is homeless but is known to frequent the Kona and South Kohala areas.
UH-Hilo Faculty Honored at Hawaii Book Awards Ceremony
English Professor Mark Panek won the top award in literature for a novel about a Hawaii at a crossroads following the death of a longtime political patriarch.
Men Rescued From Stalled, Sinking Watercraft
The two men aboard the jetski-type craft were unable to reach shore near Paauilo because of high cliffs in the area.
Public’s Help Sought Locating Missing Pahoa Woman
The family of Melissa Rigby, 43, has not heard from her since Tuesday.
UH-Hilo Announces Dorrance Scholarship Winners
The scholarships provide students who are the first in the family to attend college with $8,000 annually for four years and other benefits.
Police Release May 2 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Kindergarten Now Mandatory for 5-Year-Olds in Hawaii
The new law, which will be in effect for the upcoming school year, applies to children turning 5 years old by July 31.
UPDATE: Weather Service Cancels Flood Advisory for Big Isle
Areas such as Hamakua and Hilo received more than four inches of rain since 11 p.m. Wednesday.
Help Sought Solving Kona Store Robbery Last Weekend
The pair of robbers entered the store on Kuakini Highway at about 3 a.m. Saturday, took cash and cigarettes and then fled on foot.
Honoka`a Teenager Missing For Two Years Located
Abcidy Santos, who had been reported missing from her home in February 2012, was located today in good health.
Gabbard Hosting Virtual Town Hall Meeting Thursday
The event hosted on her Facebook page and website provides an opportunity for live online discussions through social media profiles.
Obama Unsuccessful in Urging Senate to Follow Hawaii’s Lead
The president failed in an attempt today to sway Senate Republicans to abandon their filibuster blocking a bill to increase the federal minimum wage to $10.10.
Public Invited to Police Week ‘Run to Honor’ May 17
The event at Liliuokalani Gardens in Hilo will feature a 5K run, 2-mile walk and a keiki “Fun Run.”
Waters of Life Named State’s Top Charter School
The Mountain View school was among the state’s top public schools last year and continues its exemplary performance, charter school network officials say.
Bill to Battle Little Fire Ants Dies in Committee
Supporters of Senate Bill 2920 could not secure funding for the bill to pay for a pilot program in Hawaii County parks and a canine ant-detection team.
Kahilu Theatre Recipient of State Grant
According to Sen. Malama Solomon, the $1.5 million in funding will allow the first major renovation in the facility’s 33-year existence.
Bill Targets School Superintendent Salary Cap
Supporters say the superintendent’s pay in Hawaii is the lowest in the nation for comparable districts, and raising the cap will help in future hiring.
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.
