West Hawai‘i News
Forecasters Tracking Trio of Weather Systems in Central Pacific
Tropical Storm “Pewa” is the first cyclone to develop in the Central North Pacific Basin this year.
Police Release List of Wanted Individuals
Police are asking for the public’s help locating a number of individuals wanted for a variety of offenses.
EPA Issues Pesticide Labeling Requirements to Protect Honeybees
The new rules come as the Hawai`i honeybee population struggles to recover. Meanwhile, the EU is implementing a continent-wide ban on “neonicotinoids.”
No Tsunami Threat from 6.8 New Zealand Earthquake
The earthquake, which struck at a depth of 6.2 miles, occurred at 4:31 p.m. Hawai`i-time.
State Senators to Conduct Visits Across Big Island
Senate Ways and Means Committee will join the Big Island senate delegation for visits around Hawai`i Island August 20 and 21.
Hawai`i Longs Stores Requiring ID for Nail Polish Remover
Customers wanting to purchase the product from Hawai`i stores must be at least 18, and furnish a photo ID at checkout.
Eviction Looms For Sovereignty Foreclosure Activist
Kale Gumapac vows not to leave when the Sheriff’s Department comes calling to evict him from his home.
Big Island Police to Begin DUI Checkpoint Blitz
HPD will be enforcing 20-30 checkpoints island-wide as part of a national campaign against drunk driving.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai`i from Colombia Earthquake
The 6.6 magnitude quake, which struck at 5:43 a.m. Hawai`i-time, occurred off the coast of Panama and Columbia.
Weekly DUI Arrests: Police Nab 32 Motorists on Hawai`i Island
Year-over-year statistics show a slight decline in DUI arrests, major accidents.
Survey: Big Island Less-Safe, but Police Performance Improving
Residents feel their island has become more dangerous, but say HPD performance has improved in general since 2010.
Narcotics Enforcement Division Conducting Fly-Over Missions in Puna
Marijuana-related helicopter missions could last through Wednesday. Residents adversely affected by noise are urged to contact authorities.
UPDATE: Sunday’s Kilauea Earthquake Largest in Region Since 2000
4.8 magnitude quake originated 5 miles south of Kilauea Summit, second area quake to top 4.0 since 1983.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Henriette Could Bring Showers, Thunderstorms
As the storm weakens, forecasters say the Big Island could face a wet weekend.
Hawai`i Police Release List of Wanted Individuals
HPD is asking the public’s help locating several individuals wanted for a variety of offenses.
Leader of Kona Gambling Ring Sentenced to 20 Months in Prison
45-year-old Eric Ford operated an illegal gambling business out of Aloha Springs Water Company in Kona.
Gov. Abercrombie to Speak at ‘Cabinet in Your Community’ Event in Kona
Meeting will allow public to interact with several of the governor’s department heads.
Police Identify Remains Found by Native Hawaiian Group on Mauna Kea
Remains identified as those of Brian Patrick Murphy, who attempted to scale the mountain against a ranger’s advice in 2007.
New County Jobless Claims Drop
Hawaii County’s new jobless claim filings were fewer than any other county in the state last week.
Military Hosting Inaugural Firearms Challenge at Pohakuloa
Challenge featuring local law enforcement will test safety, accuracy and confidence.
