West Hawai‘i News
Police Release June 26 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Several PTA Training Areas to Open for Hunting
Army officials will open training areas 1-6, 9, 12-16, and a portion of 18 at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend for mammal hunting.
Same-Sex Marriage Legal Across the Country
A ruling by the United States Supreme Court Friday rules same-sex marriage legal across the United States.
Police Seek Information on Ninole Burglary
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking information on a Ninole burglary that occurred sometime between June 8 and June 13.
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Returned to Kona
Hawaiian Airlines Flight 207 was re-reouted back to Kona after experiencing a hydraulic system issue Thursday morning.
Governor Ige Updates Situation Atop Mauna Kea
Governor David Ige says that rocks and boulders have been removed from the roadway heading to the summit of Mauna Kea.
30K Lose Power Thursday Morning
According to Hawai’i Electric Light, about 30,000 customers lost power briefly due to a CT-4 unit tripping offline at the Keahole Power Plant.
HPD: Wanted Man Turns Himself In
Aaron Raymond Castro, featured on the June 12 episode of “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted,” turned himself in on Monday.
The Salvation Army Celebrates LEON Day
The Salvation Army is celebrating LEON Day, the halfway point to Christmas, to raise awareness of community support needed year-round.
Governor Ige Returns from ‘Powering Cities’ Forum
Governor David Ige is returning to Hawai’i from Washington, D.C. after speaking at The Washington Post’s “Powering Cities” Forum.
County Pools to Observe Independence Day Holiday
Hawai’i County swimming pools will closure in observance of Independence Day, July 3-4.
Seat Belt Survey Begins Friday
Survey teams will gather seat belt data across the Big Island beginning Friday.
TMT Statement on Attempted Construction
Thirty Meter Telescope officials say that because of safety concerns caused by Wednesday’s protests, construction will resume “when the issue is resolved.”
Governor’s Office Addresses TMT Protest
Governor David Ige’s office released a statement Wednesday evening regarding Thirty Meter Telescope protests atop Mauna Kea.
FONSI Issued for Kahalu’u Ma Kai Project
The Kahalu’u Ma Kai Project at the former Keauhou Beach Resort site received a finding of no significant environmental impact, allowing progress to continue.
Identity of One Arrested by HPD on Mauna Kea Released
The Hawai’i Police Department arrested one individual atop Mauna Kea Wednesday for obstructing on the county portion of the roadway.
Woman in Domestic Dispute Case Released by HPD
The Hawai’i Police Department has released a Kona woman who was involved in a domestic dispute late Sunday that left a man in critical condition.
KBEC Purchases New ‘Home-on-Wheels’
The Kohala Center’s Kahalu’u Bay Education Center has a new “home-on-wheels,” replacing its old van in service since 2011.
Kona Man Arrested, Charged in Vehicle Thefts
The Hawai’i Police Department has arrested and charged a 25-year-old Kona man in connection to a stolen truck and utility vehicle.
TMT Protester Arrests Begin Atop Mauna Kea
Arrests of Thirty Meter Telescope opponents who are blocking the roadway and restricting access to TMT crews, have begun atop Mauna Kea.
