West Hawaii News
Foul Play Not Suspected in Death of Baby in Bed
The mother told police that she found her 2-month-old daughter unresponsive in bed early this morning.
Hilo, Pahoa Hit With Nearly a Foot of Rain
Those were among the hardest hit areas from the storm that began Thursday.
Governor Releases Kona Airport, Hilo Harbor Funds
Kona International Airport’s terminal building will get a new roof, and work will be done near Hilo Harbor to improve the flow of cargo into the port.
Police Investigating Drowning of Toddler in Kona
The victim’s mother told police the 18-month-old boy wandered off while playing in a vacant lot.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff Sunday for Helene Hale
Hawaii’s governor has ordered the action to honor the veteran Big Island lawmaker, whose services are also being held that day.
Inouye Tributes Include Renaming UHH College of Pharmacy
A ceremony at the University of Hawaii at Manoa today follows Thursday’s actions by the Board of Regents to rename facilities across the state in his honor.
Police Release Feb. 22 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Car Careens From Summit After Restroom Stop
A tourist couple who drove a rented car to the top of Mauna Kea Sunday ended up having to find another way back down the mountain.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch Extended Through Saturday Afternoon
Heavy rain continues to be forecast for windward areas and up to a foot of snow is expected on mountain summits.
Kona Women Charged in Robbery of 13-year-old Girl
The women are accused of attacking the girl at a bus stop and stealing her backpack.
Simeon Fails to Make Final Cut on Top Chef
The Hilo native and now Maui chef failed to make it into the top two Wednesday night.
Kona Man Indicted in Jan. 17 Airplane Hijacking Hoax
The FBI said Timothy David Hershman faces up to five years in federal prison if convicted of the charge.
Kona Woman Found Floating Near Kailua-Kona Pier
A swimmer found the body of the 67-year Kailua-Kona resident face-down in the water.
Three Charged in Break-in at Ocean View Electronics Business
The three were charged with burglary, theft and criminal property damage in connection with the incident in the Hawaiian Ocean View Ranchos subdivision.
Numerous Tips Help Police Locate Fugitive Torres
The Waimea woman wanted for bail-jumping and other offenses was captured in Kawaihae.
Fire Damages Kitchen at Waikoloa Village Golf Club
The fire of unknown origin caused at estimated $150,000 in damage early this morning.
UPDATE: Senate Unanimous in Repeal of PLDC
After a bill dismantling the controversial agency was passed by the state House, the Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved one of its own.
Bill Would Extend Forfeiture Actions to Petty Misdemeanors
Senate Bill 1342 would allow government seizure of real property and other assets for such offenses as possession of small amounts of marijuana.
Police Release Feb. 15 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Bill That Would Repeal PLDC Moves to Senate
The measure received near-unanimous support during votes today and Wednesday before moving to the Senate.
