West Hawai‘i News
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.
NWHI Expedition Turns Up Large Rates of Unique Species
Among the species of marine life observed were some that had never been seen before, including a possible new species of seahorse and a sea star.
DOI Governance Proposal Receives Mixed Reactions
One day after the DOI announced its Native Hawaiian governance proposal, questions about the validity of the proposal remain.
Ige’s Office Plans Paperless Documents
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 1, Governor David Ige’s office will move towards a “paperless” environment.
Pair Arrested in Kona Robbery
Two men have been arrested and charged in a Kona robbery that took place on Aug. 4. One of the men was also charged in other unrelated incidents.
Lālāmilo Wind Farm to Save $1M Yearly
The wind farm will be constructed in South Kohala and consist of five wind turbines that will produce a total of 3.3 megawatts of power.
Wanted Man Located, Charged in Various Cases
The Hawai’i Police Department has located a Kailua-Kona man who was wanted on an arrest warrant for violating probation and for questioning in various other cases.
Captain Cook Man Charged in Stolen Audi Case
A 21-year-old Captain Cook man is facing charges for five offenses involving a stolen vehicle and other items taken from a Kailua-Kona home on Sunday.
HPD Warns Against Overdue Electric Bill Scam
The Hawai’i Police Department is warning the public about a telephone scam after a Hilo business received a call about an overdue bill.
Legislation Looks to Raise Tobacco Sale Age Nationally
Hawai’i became the first state in the country to raise its minimum tobacco age of sale to 21 earlier this year. Now, the Tobacco to 21 Act seeks to change the age limit nationwide.
Nāālehu Man Sought by Police on Warrant
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for 26-year-old Nāālehu man Logan Kahele-Bishop, who is wanted on a bench warrant for violating terms of probation.
Monthly Siren Warning System Test Scheduled
Monthly siren testing conducted by the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency is scheduled for Thursday at 11:45 a.m.
Volcano Man Charged with Firearm Offenses
A man reportedly exited a sports-utility vehicle brandishing a firearm after a verbal altercation took place on Saturday night.
Path to Native Hawaiian Self-Governance Introduced by Feds
A Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding “Procedures for Reestablishing a Government-to-Government Relationship with the Native Hawaiian Community” has been announced.
Downtown Hilo Robbery Suspect Sought
The incident reportedly took place Tuesday morning when a 47-year-old woman was sleeping in the doorway of a business.
Police Seek Man on Warrant, Questioning
Twenty-five-year-old Tevita Afu is wanted by the Hawai’i Police Department for violating probation and for questioning in a theft and unauthorized use of motor vehicle case.
DOE: Hawai’i Career Pathways to Gain Boost
The Hawai’i State Department of Education announced Monday that it is committed to resetting career education by adding rigor and value to its programs.
DLNR Plans Animal Control Activities
Those interested in receiving salvage permits should call the DLNR DOFAW Kamuela Office at 887-6063 from 9 a.m. on Oct. 7 to 10 a.m. the day before each shoot.
