West Hawaii News
Latest on Tropical Storm Oho
Maximum sustained winds are near 40 mph with higher gusts and tropical storm force winds extend 45 miles from the center. Steady strengthening is expected…
2015 Jurist of the Year Recognized
The 2015 Jurist of the Year award went to First Circuit Court Judge Richard Perkins.
Anderson Named DLNR DAR Administrator
Bruce Anderson has more than 20 years of experience in managing health, environmental protection and marine resource programs, policies, and issues in Hawai’i.
UPDATE: T.S. Oho to Become Hurricane, T.D. 8-C Forms Overnight
We have set a record for the number of tropical cyclones in the Central Pacific in the 2015 season. Tropical Storm Oho has formed…
HI-EMA: Heavy Rain, High Surf Expected This Weekend
Wet weather and high surf are expected over the weekend.
PUC Approves Hawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel Contract
A contract between Hawaiian Electric and Pacific Biodiesel Technologies to supply biodiesel for Oahu power generators has been approved.
Information Request Renewed for Wanted Kamuela Man
An information request has been renewed by the Hawai’i Police Department for 25-year-old Brandon K. Paulino-Pawai.
Ige Releases ‘Governor’s Awards’
The awards were designed to honor State Executive Branch employees, managers, and teams who show the highest level of public service and dedication to the people of Hawai’i.
Police Release Oct. 2 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Police: 33 Kona Burglaries in September
Thirty-three homes were broken into in the Kona District during the month of September.
Missing Kaloli Point Fisherman’s Name Released
The Hawai’i Police Department has released the name of a fisherman who went missing after being swept off a cliff while fishing.
Hilo Woman Goes to Nation’s Capital to Urge Cancer Support
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s Hawai’i State Lead Ambassador, Holly Ho-Chee-DuPont, traveled to Washington, D.C. this week for the annual ACS CAN Leadership Summit and Lobby Day.
HPD Seeks Kona Man on Warrant, Questioning
Nicholas Volpa is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court, as well as for questioning in other cases.
Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Sought
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a 36-year-old man wanted on warrants and for questioning in abuse and burglary investigations.
Hawaiian Electric Proposes Renewable Energy Program
Hawaiian Electric Companies proposed a Community-Based Renewable Energy program to the Hawai’i Public Utilities Commission on Thursday.
Sonobe Hong Named New State Sheirff
Renee Sonobe Hong was recently named the Department of Public Safety’s State Sheriff Division Administrator, a role that will take effect on Oct. 16.
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Improve Tourism
Under the bipartisan bill, the Visa Waiver Program would be altered to shorten the waiting time for certain tourist visas and allow tourists to stay in the U.S. for a longer period of time.
October Marks Cyber Security Awareness Month
October has been proclaimed “Cyber Security Awareness Month” in the State of Hawai’i, coinciding with National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
