West Hawai‘i News
Man Wanted for Questioning in Hilo Burglary
Police are looking for Brandon Torres, who is known to frequent Hilo, in connection with a June 1 burglary on Kimo Place.
North Hawaii Community Hospital Participating in RIMPAC
The Waimea hospital will work with other hospitals to test communication and coordination of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts.
Drive-Thru Voter Registration Offered Today, Thursday
The service is being offered in Hilo, Pahoa and Kailua-Kona today and on Thursday, the final day for voters to register for the Aug. 9 primary election.
Governor, Mayors and OHA Commit to Sustainability
The declaration “Aloha+ Challenge: A Culture of Sustainability – He Nohona `Ae`oia” sets goals in six areas to be achieved by 2030.
Kurisu, Other Big Islanders Resign From State Boards
The KTA executive was among at least three Big Island residents resigning volunteer positions in the wake of a new law making financial disclosure forms public.
Keaau Teenager Missing Since May 23
Police are seeking the public’s help locating 16-year-old Zeana Chong.
County to Battle Little Fire Ants at Parks Islandwide
The Department of Parks and Recreation has received funding to hire up to three new employes who will work full-time to control the pest.
Meeting Next Week to Focus on Healthcare in Ka`u
The meeting on Saturday, July 19, is being held by the board of the East Hawaii Region of the state’s hospital system.
FBI Warning of Telephone ‘Jury Duty’ Scam
The bureau is saying people are being called and told they need to pay a fine to avoid arrest for missing federal jury duty.
UPDATE: Attempted Murder Charges Filed in Honaunau Shooting
Police said Monte Moreau, the 44-year-old man charged in the case, was a roommate of the 52-year-old gunshot victim at the Honaunau home.
New Law Simplifies Calling While Driving
While it increases the penalty for violations, it also allows drivers to pull over to make a call and ends the requirement for a trip to court.
Police Ramping Up DUI Checkpoints, Patrols
Motorists are being urged to drive safely and sober during the three-day Fourth of July weekend.
Fireworks Events, Road Closures and Safety Reminders
Firework shows are on tap at three Big Island locations with the Hilo one requiring closings of roads around the bayfront area.
Police Release July 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Public Invited to Watch Keck Astronomers Study Milky Way
The observatory is allowing the public to tune in tonight during an observing run into our galaxy’s black hole.
Visiting Scientists Learning the Ways of Active Volcanoes
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is hosting visitors from 11 nations as they learn about instrumentation and techniques used to prepare for eruptions.
Meetings on Native Hawaiian Recognition Come to Big Island
The effort by the US Department of Interior to gather input on a possible formal relationship moves to Hilo tonight and to Waimea and Kona on Thursday.
‘Active Shooter’ Presentations in Waimea, Puna
Similar to events previously held by police in Kona and Hilo, the presentations are designed to increase individuals’ awareness of potential violent situations.
UPDATE: Kona Assault Victim Dies at Oahu Hospital
The 52-year-old Kailua-Kona man was found Tuesday morning with head injuries on a sidewalk near the Kailua Pier.
Fugitive Arrested in Pepeekeo
Dale Daniel Arruda, an alleged parole violator who police had described as armed and dangerous, was arrested today without incident.
