North Hawai‘i News
Sentencing of Christies Delayed Again, Now Set for April 28
Five of their 12 co-defendants from the Hilo cannabis ministry bust have already learned the outcome of their cases, with sentencing scheduled for six more.
17-Year-Old Hilo Girl Missing Since Late February
Brianna Freitas-Jones was last seen in Hilo on Feb. 28.
Kakesako Named Deputy Director for Department of Agriculture
The new second-in-command at the DOA previously worked as a legislative administrator for two Big Island senators.
FBI Searching Big Island for Alleged Terrorist Fugitive
The FBI is offering a reward of $250,000 for Daniel Andreas San Diego, who the agency believes could be in Puna.
Hawaii Meth Project Seeking Advisory Council Members
Candidates for the 2014-15 Teen Advisory Council include all high school students entering grade 9 or higher this fall.
Judge Orders County to Stop Registering GMO Farmers
Judge Greg Nakamura issued the temporary restraining order in response to a lawsuit filed this week challenging the law approved late last year.
Police Release March 7 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Souki Reprimands Hanohano, Threatens Removal of Chairmanship
The House speaker sent the Big Island lawmaker a letter calling her conduct unacceptable, disruptive and in violation of the House Code of Legislative Conduct.
Crumbling Asteroid a First, Astronomers Say
The Keck Observatory on Mauna Kea helped in the analysis of what scientists say is the first confirmed observation of an asteroid breaking up in space.
House Budget Contains Funding for Pharmacy School Building
The proposed supplemental spending plan contains $33 million for a permanent home for the College of Pharmacy, which administrators say is crucial to its future.
County Offering Low-Interest Home Repair Loans
The Residential Emergency Repair Program provides low- to moderate-income homeowners an opportunity to make a variety of home renovations.
County Seeking Proposals for Garbage-Reduction Facility
The company chosen would finance the facility to be built near Hilo’s landfill; ownership of it is still be be determined.
Today a Good Day for Asteroid Flybys
Two asteroids flew by the Earth today, both inside the moon’s orbit with one just 35,000 miles above the surface.
Obama Budget Includes Hawaii Projects — and Fee Hike
Hawaii’s congressional delegation continues to seek an exemption for residents of Hawaii and Alaska from increasing aviation security fees.
UPDATE: Public Reporting More Scams Via Phone, Email
Police are again warning the public to be careful about giving out personal information or opening attachments of suspicious emails.
Bill Authorizing Hemp Research Moves to House
The Senate has approved legislation allowing the University of Hawaii to do a two-year study of hemp, including its use as feedstock for biodiesel.
Souki to Replace Kia`aina at DLNR Post
Souki, currently head of the state Office of Planning, will fill the position vacated by Esther Kia`aina who was named to a post at the Department of Interior.
Governor Kicks Off Invasive Species Awareness Week
Individuals and organizations — including members of the Hawaii County Council — were honored for their environmental efforts.
Pot Decriminalization Falters Again, This Time in Senate
The effort to replace criminal with civil penalties for simple possession crossed over to the House in 2013, but couldn’t get out of the Senate this year.
Wintry Weather Shuts Down Mauna Kea Summit Road
Snow plows were unable to keep the road clear because of drifting caused by winds of more than 65 mph.
