North Hawai‘i News
State, County Civil Defense Conducting Hurricane Exercise
Makani Pahili 2013 involves a scenario involving a mock hurricane that supposedly brushes the northern part of the Big Island as it moves through the state.
UPDATE: Tremor Likely Caused by Settling, Scientists Say
No tsunami was generated by the earthquake centered in the deep ocean 33 miles southeast of Pahala.
Police Warn of Scams Involving Calls to Area Code 876
The scams attempt to solicit calls to area codes that appear to be toll-free but actually result in significant charges to phone bills.
Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Medical Marijuana Patient
The court overturned the conviction of a Kona man arrested while trying to take cannabis on board a flight to Honolulu.
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Costco Frozen Berry Mix
The state Department of Health said the product, Townsend Farms Organic Antioxidant Blend, has been pulled from shelves.
State Lawmakers to Hold Post-Session Update
The meeting Thursday at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will give the public an opportunity to ask questions about the recently concluded legislative session.
HELCO Seeking Public Input on Five-Year Action Plan
The Big Island utility is holding the meetings Tuesday in Hilo, Wednesday in Pahala and Thursday in Kailua-Kona.
Kenoi Shuffles Cabinet Members; Kanuha Back at Planning
The changes include current Planning Director Bobby Jean Leithead-Todd resuming her former post as head of the Department of Environmental Management.
Police Release May 31 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
UPDATE: Missing Alaska Man Wanted for Questioning in Woman’s Death
Police say Boaz Johnson, who was reported missing on Thursday, had been seen camping with the woman before she was found floating off the coast of Kalapana.
Koa Defoliation Spreading, But Some Trees Starting to Recover
Wildlife officials say the area of trees stripped of leaves by the native koa moth is expanding, but new shoots are showing up on trees affected earlier.
Latest Recruit Class Graduates Join Hawaii Fire Department
The 15 members of the 41st Fire Fighters Recruit Class were recognized during a ceremony earlier this month.
Police: Idaho Couple Was Unaware of Search Efforts
The pair, who police said was never in trouble, was camping in Waipio Valley and found out about the ongoing search during a trip into Honokaa.
Police Department’s Community Survey Enters Final Week
Department officials said the anonymous, online Community Satisfaction Survey provides the department with valuable feedback from the public.
Hilo Man Missing Since March Found on Maui
Police said Jensen Yadao was found unharmed earlier this month.
Young ‘Flying Tree Snake’ Captured on Oahu
The ornate tree snake native to Southeast Asia is related to the brown tree snake which has wreaked havoc on the environment in Guam.
Summer Food Program Sites, Dates Announced
The USDA-funded program was established to ensure that school children continue to receive nutritious meals when school is not in session.
Police Release May 24 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
8.4-Magnitude Quake Near Russia Too Deep for Tsunami
The powerful tremor last night in the Sea of Okhotsk was followed by a 6.8-magnitude aftershock early this morning.
Police: Anti-DUI Efforts to Increase Memorial Weekend
Checkpoints and roving patrols will be conducted throughout the Memorial Day weekend.
