West Hawai‘i News
Hawai’i Joins in Charges against $187M Charity Scam
Attorney General Douglas Chin has joined with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and other states in a complaint against sham charities.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Arrests for driving under the influence of an intoxicant on Big Island roadways remains down from 2014 by 23.3 percent.
DOE’s Summer Meal Plan to Feed Hungry Children
The DOE’s Seamless Summer Program will provide free meals to children throughout the state over the summer at 42 locations, including eight on the Big Island.
Maintenance Scheduled for Kona Aquatic Center
The Department of Parks and Recreation will temporarily close the Kona Community Aquatic Center between May 29 and June 3.
Suspects Sought in Supermarket Warehouse Burglary
Police are seeking two young men in connection with an overnight burglary of a HIlo supermarket warehouse.
HLTA Charity Walk Raises Over $2.2M
Over $2.2 million were raised by the statewide 37th annual Hawai’i Lodging & Tourism Association’s Visitor Industry Charity Walk.
Voting ‘Irregularities’ Lead to HSTA Re-Vote
The Hawai’i State Teachers Association plans to hold a re-vote of its April state officer election after reported voting “irregularities.”
HPD: Suspect Sought in Waikoloa Burglary
The identity of a suspect who removed two cell phone from a Waikoloa home in February is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department.
HPD Seeks Identities of Burglary Suspects
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the identity of individuals involved in an October 2014 burglary.
Police Investigating Stolen Fuel Tanker
Police are investigating the theft of a custom fuel tanker stolen in Honomū last month.
HCCC Inmate Arrested and Charged with Burglary
The Hawai`i Police Department arrested and charged a 22-year-old man serving a sentence at the Hawai`i Community Correctional Facility in connection with a burglary that occurred last year.
Hilo Man Charged for Gym Burglary
A 20-year-old Hilo man was arrested and charged in connection with a gym burglary that occurred last year in Hilo.
Big Island Gas Prices Continue to Rise
Average gas prices on the Big Island have continued to rise over the last few weeks, according to the AAA Fuel Gauge Report.
Thompson Honored at Benchley Ocean Awards
Master Navigator and President of the Polynesian Voyaging Society Nainoa Thompson was recognized at the 2015 Peter Benchley Ocean Awards.
Lobster and Kona Crab Season Closed; Moi Close Jun 1
The DLNR is reminding the public that lobster and Kona crab season are closed this month, and Moi season ends June 1.
HHCDC: TMT, Mauna Kea Common Ground Events
The Hilo-Hamakua Development Corporation will hold four events over the next several weeks to discuss Mauna Kea and the Thirty Meter Telescope project.
Elections Meeting Held Via Videoconference
A Hawai’i State Elections Commission meeting will be held on Monday, May 17 and will be available through videoconferencing on the Big Island.
Police Release May 15 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Weekend Hunting at Keamuku Maneuver Area
Army officials at Pohakuloa Training Area will open the Keamuku Maneuver Area over the weekend for hunting of feral goats and pigs.
Police Officer Memorial Day Commemorated
On Friday flags, will fly at half-staff in honor of men and women who have dedicated their lives to maintaining public safety.
