West Hawai‘i News
Sunlight Shown to Affect Mercury Levels in Fish
Researchers have found that mercury levels are lower in the fish that feed in well-lit upper waters of the ocean.
Utah Police Issue Extradition Warrant for Hilo Man
Big Island police said Jaycen Robert Munoz is wanted by police in Greater Salt Lake for alleged unlawful sexual conduct with a 16- or 17-year-old.
DHHL Proposes Extending Terms of Commercial Leases
The agency is proposing to extend the term of general leases from 65 years to 85 years.
New Member Sought for Kaloko-Honokohau Advisory Group
The commission has a vacancy for a member to represent native Hawaiian interests.
Police Release “Wanted” List for August 23
HPD is requesting the public’s assistance in locating several individuals wanted for committing a variety of offenses.
UPDATE: Man Arrested by FBI in Hilo on 39 Counts of Wire Fraud
Justin Wade Smith, 32, could face 20-year prison sentences for each count against him.
Fire Department Recruits Training for Aerial Rescues at Hapuna
New recruit class practices diving into the ocean via Chopper 1, days after an area shark sighting.
6 Miles To Go – Schatz Pushes for Saddle Rd Completion
Connecting the $290 million highway to Hilo depends in part on the Hawai`i congressional delegation’s ability to secure a $50 million federal grant.
Officer Hurt in Booby-Trapped Pot Patch
A law enforcement officer suffered puncture wounds when he stepped on a booby tap made of nails in a Fern Forest marijuana patch.
Tourist Dies After Shark Attack on Maui
Jana Lutteropp, 20, from Germany, who had her arm severed in a shark attack incident at Maui’s Palauea Beach (“White Rock”) last week, died today.
Hawai`i Residents Packing on the Pounds
More than half of Hawai`i’s adults will be obese by 2030, according to a new study.
Study Initiated After Spike in Shark Attacks in Hawaii
Study comes amid a series of attacks and sightings on Maui and the Big Island, and a surge in incidents worldwide.
Hawai`i Police Report 30 DUI Arrests
Arrests raise the official count of DUI offenses to 792 so far this year.
Two Pan Christies’ Bid for Religious Defense
Co-defendants say the ministry set up an express line to boost sales.
Police Locate Two Missing Waikoloa Teens
Tatiana Miller-Tayamen and Cristilyn Guerpo, both 13, were found unharmed in Hilo on August 7.
UPDATE: Victim Identified in Pohoiki Shark Attack
Jimmy “Ulu Boy” Napeahiwas was reportedly surfing at “Dead Trees” when he was attacked from behind by an 8-foot shark.
Army to Build $29 Million “Battle Course” at Pohakuloa
New tactical training area for infantry and Stryker brigades could add 158 new live-fire exercises per year, use millions of ammunition rounds.
Traffic Advisory: Military Convoys to Pohakuloa Beginning August 19
HPD escorting Oahu-based soldiers from Kawaihae Harbor to Pohakuloa via Queen K., Waikoloa and Saddle roads.
