North Hawai‘i News
UPDATE: Fugitives Wanted on Bench Warrants Located
Police had asked for the public’s help locating Shaylyn Araw and Bryce Feary, both of whom were the subject of high-bail arrest warrants.
Target Offering Shoppers Free Credit Monitoring
The chain is offering the service in the wake of two data breaches that resulted in hackers obtaining financial and other information on 70 million shoppers.
2014 Hawaii Legislature Set for Opening Day
This year state lawmakers will welcome former legislators in observance of the 55th anniversary of statehood.
Police Looking to ID Suspect in Attempted Bank Robbery
The man’s image was captured on video surveillance as he unsuccessfully tried to rob the Territorial Savings Bank on Makaala Street on Friday.
Police Say Wanted Hilo Man Armed and Dangerous
Keahi Calvin Sale is wanted on outstanding warrants that don’t allow release on bail, and for questioning in other unrelated investigations.
Kona Man Sought in Domestic Abuse Case
Moala Kuahuia Kaupu, 21, of Kailua-Kona has both ears pierced and a scripture tattoo on an inner forearm.
Police Release Jan. 10 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Ka`u Physician Appointed to Fill Coffman’s House Seat
Dr. Richard Creagan, like Big Island Sen. Josh Green, is an emergency room physician as well as a farmer who has also served as an educator and researcher.
New Hawaii Plant Pest: Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle
State agriculture officials are warning the public to be on the lookout for the palm predator, which so far has only been found on Oahu.
Like Year Before, Big Island Was Dry in 2013
For the past two years, only a single rain gauge on the Big Island has reached the average amount of precipitation.
Vote Precursor to Study of Geothermal Health Effects
The Windward Planning Commission voted to hire a claims adjustor who will consider the funding of interim projects as well as a comprehensive health study.
Police Community Meeting Set for Jan. 23 in Honokaʻa
The meeting is designed to allow residents of the Hamakua community an opportunity to meet police officers and to discuss any concerns.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island Today
The gusty winds are being produced by a low-pressure system approaching from the northeast, which also creates a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon.
Hawaii Judiciary Seeking Court Interpreters
Court interpreter applicants must attend a two-day workshop, two of which are scheduled for the Big Island in March.
Men Sought on Outstanding Warrants in Separate Cases
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Chad Simmerman and Kainoa Black, who are both wanted on warrants and for questioning in unrelated matters.
Forecast Calls for More Cool Nights, Possible Thunderstorms
A low-pressure system to the northeast and a recently passed cold front contributed to a cool night Sunday, although nothing that was record-shattering.
Gabbard Begins Mandatory Annual National Guard Training
The first-term congresswoman, who is also a military police captain, reported to a fort in Missouri for the two weeks of service.
Police Release Jan. 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Isle Drying Out After 2+ Feet of Rain; More Coming
National Weather Service gauges recorded double-digit rainfall in at least five locations; a new system approaching will bring more rain and maybe thunderstorms.
Hawaii County Designates ‘Treecycling’ Locations
Christmas trees free of tinsel and all other decorations can be dropped off at designated locations at landfills or certain transfer stations.
