West Hawai‘i News
Groundbreaking Held in Kona for 117-Lot DHHL Subdivision
Construction on the 117 lots in La`i `Opua Village 4 are expected to begin in about a year following the addition of roads, utilities and other infrastructure.
Like House Version, Senate GMO Bill Stagnant
While House Bill 2506 waits for a committee hearing, a committee today deadlocked 3-3 on a vote for the Senate’s version that would preempt county anti-GMO laws.
Bill Exempts Disabled Vets From Some Vehicle Fees
Qualifying veterans would still have to pay county fees and weight taxes, which make up the majority of registration costs.
Police Renew Request for Help Finding Missing Men
One is a Kona man not seen since Thanksgiving, and the other is a Kohala man who went missing after saying he was going to go opihi-picking.
Kona Man Dies in Police Custody, Investigation Underway
Police said Randall Hatori, 39, ran from officers attempting to make an arrest and became unresponsive following a struggle.
Man Arrested in Hatchet Incident Charged with Second Robbery
A Ka`u man told police Kainoa Kahele-Bishop had robbed him the same day the suspect allegedly took part in a robbery involving a hatchet.
Puna Man Missing, and Sought on Warrants Also
Philip Voelker, 23, was last seen near his Orchidland home in November.
VIDEO: Battle Against Little Fire Ants Picking Up Steam
As horror stories from victims keep growing, state lawmakers are considering 15 bills dealing with the pest that spreads rapidly and packs a powerful bite.
Phone Calls About Clearing Up Warrants a Scam
A spokeswoman for the Sheriff Division said someone pretending to be a deputy is offering to clear warrants for missing jury duty — for a price.
Hilo Girl Missing Since November Located in Good Health
Brianna Kehaulani Freitas-Jones, 16, was located Friday in Puna.
Police Release Jan. 31 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Hawaii Same-Sex Marriage Law Constitutional, Judge Rules
The ruling came in a lawsuit challenging the new law filed by a Republican member of the state House of Representatives.
Blizzard Traps Hiker for Two Nights on Mauna Loa
The snowstorm hit as the New York college professor from was returning from the summit, forcing him to spend the next two nights along the volcano’s trail.
Astronomer to Discuss Search for Life on Other Planets
Greg Doppmann from the Keck Observatory will speak on his quest for water and organic molecules that make up the compounds favorable for life.
Weather Watches Cancelled; Mountains Mantled with Snow
For the first time all week, Big Island residents don’t have to batten down the hatches and can enjoy the views of snow on Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa.
UPDATE: Ka`u Man Arrested in Hatchet Robbery
Police today located a 23-year-old Ocean View man in connection with the robbery Sunday of a woman along South Point Road.
Funding Released for Park, Small Boat Harbor Projects
On the Big Island, improvements are scheduled for the Wailoa, Kawaihae and Honokohau harbors, and fencing will be installed at a Ka`u natural area reserve.
Flood Watch Extended Again, to Midday Thursday
Continuing unstable atmospheric conditions mean the possibility of heavy rains will continue for another day, particularly over windward areas, forecaster say.
Kona’s Yano Hall Reopens Following Renovations
The $700,000 project provided the facility popular with seniors with new roofing, floor tiles and accessibility improvements.
Missing 72-Year-Old Puna Man Found Unharmed
Yukiwo Tara, who had been missing since Friday, was located Monday in Hilo.
