West Hawaii News
HFD Extinguishes Brush Fire in Honaunau
According to the Hawai’i County Fire Department, a quarter-acre burned in the blaze. which was under control within 30 minutes of fire fighters reaching the scene.
Visitor Dies While Swimming at ‘End of the World’
Hawai’i County Fire Department rescuers recovered the body of a 36-year-old visitor who died while swimming at End of the World in Keauhou.
Man Wanted for Questioning in Honoli’i Shooting
The Hawai’i Police Department is on the search for 29-year-old Scottie Yanagawa, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a shooting in the Honoli’i area on Jan. 31.
Ige Supports County’s Effort, Not Ready to Call State-Level Emergency
Governor David Ige noted in his statement that, “the state supports the county’s effort to break the cycle of dengue fever infection and transmission on Hawai’i Island.”
Two Men Arrested, Charged on Drug Offenses
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged two men with drug offenses following a Friday arrest in Kona.
Full Senate to Vote on State Land Acquisition at Kapua Bay
The late State Senator Gilbert Kahele signed the bill, along with two others, on Jan. 26, hours before passing away.
One New Dengue Case Added as County Declares Emergency
One additional case of dengue fever has been confirmed on the Big Island since Friday.
UH Scientists Work to Preserve Ohia Trees
“They call it Rapid Ohia Death because if an individual tree dies very quickly once it gets infected, you’ll see the leaves all turn brown and fall off in a couple of weeks,” said JB Friday.
Dengue: Mayor Kenoi Declares ‘State of Emergency’
The State of Emergency will suspend the law that prohibits tires being accepted at County landfills.
‘Marsy’s Law For Hawai’i’ on Senate, House Hearing Agendas
If adopted, the Constitutional Amendment for Victims’ Rights, known as Marsy’s Law, will guarantee basic rights to crime victims during criminal proceedings.
HPD: Stolen Autographed Boxing Gloves Sought
The Hawai’i Police Department says the gloves were removed from a Hawaiian Beaches home in mid-January.
Hirono Receives Teach For America Congressional Champion Award
Senator Mazie Hirono received the award in her office, presented by Teach For America-Hawai’i Executive Director Jill Baldemor and members of Teach for America’s Native Alliance Initiative.
Pedestrian Dies in Waimea Single-Vehicle Crash
An early Sunday morning single-vehicle crash left an unidentified man dead in Waimea.
Scheduled Lane Closures Feb. 8-12
Various portions of Big Island roadways will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
UPDATE: Kaloko Drive Open After Traffic Accident
The early morning accident on Sunday involved an electrical pole, causing wires to fall to the road.
Applications Being Accepted for Akamai Internship Program
The program works to provide Hawai’i college students the opportunity to advance themselves into science and technology careers through its summer internship program.
Kupuna Caucus Unveils 2016 Legislative Package
Bills included in the package address a variety of issues that impact seniors’ health and safety.
Hawai’i CC Palamanui Offers Degree Preparation Workshop
Over 40 bachelor’s, graduate degrees, and certificate programs are offered through the UH-Hilo, UH-Manoa, and UH-West Oahu campuses.
Fourteen Companies Apply for Two Big Island Dispensary Licenses
For the past decade and a half, it has been legal for patients to grow their own medical marijuana with the proper permits, but last, summer dispensaries were legalized.
