West Hawaii News
3.2M Earthquake Shook the Big Island Wednesday
The earthquake, which was recorded at 9:53 a.m., was located 16 miles east of Honaunau-Napoopoo.
Pedestrian Killed in Single-Vehicle Accident Sunday Identified
An autopsy conducted Wednesday determined that he died as a result of injuries sustained in the accident.
‘Suspicious Device’ Evacuates Ka’u Learning Academy
The boy was arrested on suspicion of possessing an explosive device.
Police Identify Suspect Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting
Scottie Yanagawa was wanted in November as an escapee from Hale Nani Correctional Facility; and also for questioning in a shooting that took place in late January.
Senate, House Committees Pass Amended ‘Marsy’s Law’
The bill would amend the Hawai’i State Constitution to guarantee specific rights to victims of crime.
Coast Guard En Route to Aid Crew ‘Abandoning Ship’ South of Hawai’i
At 10 a.m., 42 crew members on the 258-foot U.S. flagged fishing vessel abandoned ship into two life rafts, three work boats, and one skiff.
No New Dengue Cases Confirmed on the Big Island
The Hawai’i Department of Health has updated its risk area map, listing Kailua-Kona as the sole “high risk” area on the Big Island.
DWS to Conduct Kona Hydrant Flow Test
The flow test will take place on U’u Street, and may impact consumers from 73-302 U’u St. to the south end of U’u Street, including side roads.
KCH Receives International ‘Baby-Friendly’ Award
Baby-Friendly Birth Facility designation is given after a rigorous on-site survey.
Gabbard Urges the Passing of $1.8 Billion to Combat Zika
“The President’s leadership and emergency request to combat the Zika virus is warranted and necessary to respond aggressively to this urgent issue early on,” said Representative Gabbard.
Historic Preservation Staff to Survey Island Architecture
The State Historic Preservation Division is about to begin a survey of residential neighborhoods on the Big Island, as well as Maui and Kaua’i.
Big Island Libraries to Observe President’s Day
Hawai’i State Public Library System libraries on the Big Island will close in observance of the President’s Day holiday.
House Passes Talia’s Law to Strengthen Military Abuse Response
The legislation was named in memory of Talia Williams, who was beaten to death by her father who was stationed in Hawai’i.
Papahānaumokuākea Representatives Gather in Celebration of a Decade
The monument is one of the largest marine conservation areas in the world and it is the first and only natural and cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site in the United States.
Keauhou Ocean Death Victim Identified
Authorities say the victim was 36-year-old William H. Holman of Auburn, Wash.
Dengue: One Case Confirmed, One ‘Potentially Infectious’
In total, 252 cases of dengue fever have occurred on the Big Island, with 251 of those cases no longer infectious.
Hirono Leads Legislation on Heart Disease Awareness
“Heart disease kills three out of every ten people in Hawai’i and one in seven nationwide, including a significant number of women and minorities,” said Senator Mazie Hirono.
President Obama Proposes $1.8 Billion in Emergency Zika Funds
Last week, Senator Brian Schatz, along with 45 Senate Democrats, wrote the President urging for a coordinated interagency response plan to address the virus’ spread.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 112 DUI arrests have been made so far in 2016. That number is a 12 percent increase from last year’s count of 100 arrests during the same time period.
Oldest Known Laysan Albatross Hatches Chick
Sixty-five-year-old Wisdom’s chick was seen coming out of its shell on Feb. 1 at Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, part of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.
