North Hawaii News
Police Release Sept. 14 Warrant List
Those wanted on outstanding arrest warrants are encouraged to turn themselves to avoid having an officer go to their home or workplace.
Police Seeking Two Kailua-Kona Residents
Joel Landsborough is wanted on an outstanding warrant while police are looking for Danny Estocado in connection with a car theft investigation.
Police Investigating Computer Access at Elections Office
County Clerk Jamae Kawauchi reported that someone used another person’s log-in information to access a computer, which would be a violation of state law.
Yagong Accuses Ethics Chairman of Conflict of Interest
Responding to a complaint about him before the Ethics Board, Dominic Yagong said the board’s chairman may be looking for “payback.”
Obama Orders Flags at Half-Staff Following Libya Attack
The attack on the US Consulate resulted in the deaths of Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three other Americans.
Police Open Investigation Into Possible 2010 Voter Fraud
Details are not being released about allegations from the county’s election office that prompted the police probe.
Hawaiian Homes Commission To Hold Big Island Meeting
The commission that oversees the DHHL next week will have a two-part meeting in Hilo and Naalehu, with a community meeting in Pahala in between.
Police: Missing Woman May Be In West Hawaii
Police are looking for 31-year-old Cristin Banks, also known as Cristin Guerpo-Banks.
Two Dead, Three Seriously Injured in Kalopa Crash
A Honokaa man in is being held following his arrest on suspicion of drunken driving after his pickup truck was involved in a crash that killed two people.
UHH Group Accepting Nominations For Distinguished Alumni Awards
The university’s alumni association will hold a banquet in February to hand out awards to distinguished alumni and for distinguished service.
Flags To Fly at Half-Staff On Patriot Day
President Obama and Gov. Neil Abercrombie have ordered the observance tomorrow to honor the victims of the Sept.11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Two Fired Election Workers Sue County
Two of the four county elections workers fired in January have filed lawsuits accusing county officials of defamation of character and negligence.
Convoluted Election Measure Approved by Council
It passed a resolution asking a counties’ association to push for legislation allowing state officials to gauge county election preparedness.
Illegal Activities in Beach Parks Focus of Program
Police, with the help of community organizations, are looking to stem illegal drinking and drug use.
Police Release Sept. 6 Warrant List
The list contains names of individuals with outstanding arrest warrants.
Council Tries to Bring Down Cost of Power
The president of HELCO responds by saying it is already trying to renegotiate its power purchase agreements.
Hawi Man Dead Following Monday Motorcycle Crash
The motorcycle the 65-year-old man was driving ran off the road and struck a tree.
Lead Concerns Prompt Recall of Red Vines Black Licorice
The recall by the American Licorice Co. involves a variety of packages of black licorice.
Suicide Prevention Focus of Activities Next Week
National Suicide Prevention Week will include World Suicide Prevention Day on Monday, Sept. 10.
Civil Defense Siren Test Set For Today
Because of Monday’s holiday, the siren test conducted simultaneously across the state will be held today.
