West Hawaii News
Gabbard Promoted Within National Guard
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabard was promoted in rank from Captain to Major Monday by the Hawai’i Army National Guard.
HPD Seeks to ID Surveillance Image
The identity of an individual caught on surveillance during a May Hilo burglary continues to be sought.
HPD: Apparent Downing Under Investigation
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating an apparent drowning incident that took place on Sunday.
Police Search for Missing Hilo Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for missing Hilo teenager Sabrina Guerrero-Loa.
Child Struck By Vehicle in Parking Lot Dies
A one-year-old child died Saturday evening after being struck by a vehicle in a housing complex parking lot.
Scheduled Lane Closures Oct. 12-16
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.
Nora Weakening Southeast of Hawai’i
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center is monitoring Tropical Storm Nora.
Tropical Storm Nora Intensifying, Moving Northwest
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Nora.
DLNR: Permitless Mauna Kea Camping Still Banned
The Department of Land and Natural Resources says that camping in forest reserves and public hunting area without a permit continues to be illegal under Hawai’i Administrative Rules.
HVNP Kahuku Unit Names New Site Manager
Keola Awong has been named new site manager of the Kahuku Unit within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
Weekend Lane Closures
Weekend road work will cause temporary lane closures along Highway 19 over the weekend.
Tropical Storm Nora Strengthens, Moves West
The National Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Nora.
Circuit Court Grants Partial Motion Invalidating Emergency Rule
The Circuit Court of the Third Circuit granted a partial motion Friday for summary judgement that has the effect of invalidating the Mauna Kea emergency rule.
Fallen Trees Cause Closure of Nāmakanipaio
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park officials say recent heavy rain and strong winds were contributing factors to the downing of the trees.
Military Convoys Scheduled for Weekend Travel
Military convoys will travel between Kawaihae and Pohakuloa Training Area from Oct. 10-12.
DOE: Public School Attendence Rates Steady
A total of 180,409 students were enrolled within the Department of Education’s 256 schools and 34 charter schools for the 2015-16 school year.
New Sea Cucumber Harvest Rule in the Works
The Department of Land and Natural Resources will hold public hearings across the state regarding a proposed rule imposing sea cucumber harvesting restrictions.
Attempt Car Theft at UH-Hilo Being Investigated
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating an attempted vehicle theft that occurred Thursday night at the University of Hawai’i at Hilo.
Police Release Oct. 9 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
