West Hawaii News
Elections Commission Chair Deadline Extended
Applications for the position of Commission Chair within the State of Hawai’i Elections Commission will be accepted until July 2.
Family Searches for Missing Kona Woman
Bobbie “Jackie” Carnathan has been reported missing. Anyone with information should call the Hawai’i Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
Caltech To Shut Down Observatory in September
California Institute of Technology plans to end operations at the Caltech Submilimeter Observatory in September.
Siren Warning Systems Test Scheduled
Issues with outdoor siren warning systems should be reported to Hawai’i County Civil Defense by calling 935-0031.
Scheduled Lane Closures June 1-5
The Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced weekly lane closures for the week of June 1.
CBP Preclearance Program May Boost Tourism
Negotiations for air travel preclearance between the United States Customs and Border Protection and 10 countries have been announced.
HFD Plans Watercraft Rescue Program
The Hawai’i County Fire Department announced Friday that it plans to incorporate a new Rescue Watercraft program in rescue efforts over the summer.
Circuit Court Denies TRO Against HSTA
An attempt to obtain a temporary retraining order against the HSTA by current Board member and Presidential candidate Corey Rosenlee has been denied.
Man Dies Following Swordfish Attack
A man died Friday at Honokohau Harbor following a fishing incident that involved a swordfish.
Drivers Test Translation Lawsuit Settled by HDOT
The Hawai’i State Department of Transportation has settled a law suit regarding the language translation of drivers tests.
Police Release May 29 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Humpback Whale Sanctuary Seeks Advisory Members
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill open seats on its advisory council.
Keamuku Maneuver Weekend Hunting
Army officials will open the Keamuku Maneuver Area at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend for hunting of feral pigs and goats.
Ten ‘Mauna Kea 31’ Protesters Will Have Charges Dropped
Media reports say that Prosecuting Attorney Mitch Roth plans to dismiss charges against 10 of the “Mauna Kea 31.”
HSTA Presidential Candidate Files TRO to Halt Re-Vote
Hawai’i State Teachers Association presidential candidate Corey Rosenlee is filing a Temporary Restraining Order to keep a re-vote from happening next month.
Senate Passes Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
The United States Senates recently passed Senator Mazie Hirono’s resolution to recognize May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
Sen. Schatz Seeks to Preserve Native Languages
Senator Brian Schatz, along with four additional Senators, has introduced a bill to preserve endangered languages.
Challenge to Marriage Equality Act Dismissed
The Hawai’i Supreme Court dismissed a legal challenge Wednesday from four plaintiffs to the Hawai’i Marriage Equality Act of 2013.
Kona Moped Passenger Dies of Injuries
The Hawai’i Police Department say the 29-year-old woman who was a passenger during Tuesday’s moped accident has died.
UPDATE: Overturned Truck Causes Road Closure
The intersection of Queen Ka’ahumanu Highway and Kawaihae Road has been closed due to a vehicle accident.
