West Hawaii News
Access Route Planned for Ka’u Forest Reserve
Departent of Land and Natural Resource officials say the roadway will allow easier access to the 61,000-acre reserve for a variety of uses.
Supreme Court to Hear Mauna Kea Lawsuit
The Hawai’i Supreme Court will hear oral arguments today regarding the issuance of a conservation district land use permit for the Thirty Meter Telescope.
UPDATE: Jimena Becomes Eighth Hurricane of East Pacific Season
Hurricane Ignacio has entered Central Pacific waters. Jimena continues to be monitored by the National Hurricane Center.
Flash Flood Watch Extended Across the State
A Flash Flood Watch has been extended until 6 p.m. Thursday for the entire state.
West Hawai’i Homes, UH-Hilo Named AIA Award Recipients
The American Institute of Architects, Honolulu Chapter named four Big Island structures as winners of the 57th Annual Design Award for their architectural design in 2015.
ACT Scores Improve Statewide
A state-wide two percent increase of ACT scores was noted in the Condition of College & Career Readiness 2015 report, released by ACT Wednesday.
UPDATE: Hurricane Ignacio Strengthening, Tropical Storm Jimena Forms
The National Hurricane Center is tracking Hurricane Ignacio and Tropical Storm Jimena.
Emergency Quarantine Measure Taken Against Ohia Wilt
An emergency quarantine measure has been set in place to combat the fight against Ohia Wilt on the Big Island.
UPDATE: Man Wanted on California Extradition Located
The Hawai’i Police Department has located 40-year-old Sean Rutledge.
State-Wide Flash Flood Watch Extended
A Flash Flood Watch for the entire state has been extended through Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Big Island Non-Profit Director Receives ‘Ho’okele Award’
Richard Taaffe, Executive Director at West Hawai’i Community Center in Kona, was honored by the Hawai’i Community Foundation at the 14th annual Ho’okele Awards.
Tropical Storm Ignacio Forms in the East Pacific
The National Hurricane Center is tracking newly-formed Tropical Storm Ignacio, the ninth named storm of the 2015 hurricane season.
Big Island Students Receive 2015 HAB Scholarship
Two Big Island students were among 22 statewide to receive the Hawai’i Association of Broadcasters, Inc. 2015 award.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Statistics regarding arrests for driving under the influence and major vehicle accidents are down compared to last year, but traffic fatalities have jumped.
Catholic Cardinal Arrested for Driving Under the Influence
William Joseph Levada, 79, of Menlo Park Calif., was arrested and charged for driving under the influence.
New Tropical Depression Develops in Eastern Pacific
As of the 8:00 p.m. National Hurricane Center tropical system advisory a new tropical depression has developed in the East Pacific. Tropical Depression 12-E…
Big Island Students Earn Free Textbooks
Two Big Island students are the recipients of free textbooks as part of the University of Hawai’i’s “15 to Finish” promotion, in partnership with UH Bookstores.
Waimea Man Sought on Warrants
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a 37-year-old Jacob Kawaa Freebairn on six bench warrants for contempt of court.
HI-EMA: Severe Weather Expected to Continue
The Hawai’i Emerency Management Agency, in coordination with other agencies, continues to maintain a watchful eye on current and potential severe weather.
Four Arrested, Two Charged in Kona Weapon Incident
Four individuals were arrested and two were charged following a Friday morning incident involving a stolen vehicle and a weapon.
