West Hawai‘i News
FBI Arrests Man for Alleged Threats Against Gabbard
The suspect was arrested in Tijuana, Mexico and turned over to the FBI in California.
Public’s Help Sought Finding Missing Puna Man
Zairon Leon Frazier was last seen in late July in the area of Kalapana Seaview Estates.
Bell-Ringing Scheduled to Commemorate Historic Speech
The action was requested by the King Center and the 50th Anniversary Coalition for the March on Washington.
UPDATE: Man Wanted on Extradition Warrant Found in Oregon
Big Island police said Jaycen Robert Munoz was arrested Tuesday and will be extradited to Utah.
Injury to Infant Classified as Home Accident
The one-month-old was reportedly admitted to Kona Community Hospital with a head injury.
Missing Puna Woman Returns Home Safely
Police said Janshon Liao returned to her Hawaiian Beaches home on Saturday.
Land Board Approves Fencing of Ka`u Watershed
The 22 miles of fencing is part of a plan to control pigs and other ungulates in 24,000 acres of the Manuka Natural Area Reserve.
Puna Woman Sought in Burglary, on Theft Warrant
Mary Lolita Santos, 40, is wanted in connection with an incident that occurred mid-month in Kurtistown and also on an outstanding warrant.
Big Island Phone Weather Info System Enhanced
The National Weather Service said callers to 935-8555 will receive a wide variety of up-to-the-minute weather information including hurricane updates.
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.
