North Hawaii News
Police Renew Information Request for Freebairn
Thirty-seven-year-old Jacob Freebairn continues to be sought by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Police Seek Man Last Seen in Nov. 2013
The Hawai’i Police Department is requesting information from the public regarding 24-year-old Puna man Philip Voelker, who was reported missing in January 2014.
Gabbard, Takai Introduce Talia’s Law
Representatives Tulsi Gabbard and Mark Takai introduced Talia’s Law on Tuesday.
Wanted Man Turns Himself In
Kallen Imade, 31, who was wanted by the Hawai’i Police Department for questioning in relation to an assault that occurred on Halloween, has been located.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 900 DUI arrests have been made so far in 2015. That number is a 7.1 percent decrease from last year’s number of 969 arrests during the same time period.
Increased Access to Health Data Aim of New DOH Tool
A new resource for members of the public seeking health data in their communities has been launched by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Advisory Members Sought for Humpback Whale Sanctuary
Seven primary and ten alternate seats are currently empty and looking to be filled on the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary advisory council.
DOFAW to Host Kamuela Arbor Day Plant Sale
An Arbor Day plant sale will be hosted by the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife on Friday, Nov. 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Governor Ige Heads to South Korea, Japan
Governor David Ige will travel to South Korea and Japan to promote Korea-Hawai’i relationships and attend the United States-Japan Council’s 2015 Annual Conference.
TMT Mirror Work Continues in Japan
Glass segments that makeup the telescope’s primary mirror are being produced in Japan, with over 100 of the 574 segmented mirror banks already completed for the 30-meter wide primary mirror.
Voting for Native Hawaiian ‘Aha Opens
The selected delegates will meet in February to begin work on creating a potential self-determination governing document and ratification referendum of that governing document.
HPD: Holiday Theft Prevention Tips
As November rolls in, the Hawai’i Police Department has issued tips for vehicle, identity, and item thefts.
Scheduled Lane Closures Nov. 2-6
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation and the Hawai’i County Department of Public Works have announced scheduled lane closures for the week.
2015 Paniolo Hall of Fame Class Announced
Nine people will be inducted into the 2015 Paniolo Hall of Fame during a ceremony in November.
State Airports Increase Parking Fees
On the Big Island, state airports will increase their rates by $3, with the maximum rate for 24 hours of parking to increase from $12 to $15.
Red Cross Tips for a Safe Halloween
The Hawai’i Red Cross has offered safety tips for costume safety, safe trick-or-treating, and for welcoming kids.
Wanted Man Located, Arrested, Charged on Warrants
A 33-year-old man wanted on outstanding warrants was arrested Friday afternoon by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Hawai’i Coffee to Undergo New Valuation Method
The United States Department of Agriculture Statistics Service recently announced that it will provide Hawai’i-grown coffee a green-bean pricing valuation, beginning in January 2016.
Missing Waimea Man Located
A 26-year-old missing Waimea man, Evan Vujnovich, who was reported missing on Wednesday has been located.
Monthly Siren Testing Set for Monday
Monthly testing of the statewide outdoor siren warning system is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2.
