West Hawai‘i News
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.
Naalehu Focus of Another Water Shut-Off Friday
For the second week in a row the county Department of Water Supply will temporarily cut service in Naalehu to allow for a new service connection.
Kaiser Permanente Establishes Plastic Bag Ban
The Hawaii region is the health organization’s first to impose the ban.
NASA to Stream Information on Friday’s Asteroid Flyby
The space agency will provide commentary and animation of the close approach beginning 9 a.m. Hawaii time.
County Bond Sale to Save Isle Taxpayers $8.5M
The County of Hawai’i recently sold $98.8 million in bonds, a move that will save taxpayers about $8.5 million over the life of the bonds.
Man Charged for Threats That Prompted School Lockdowns
Lyle Kawika Pascubillo was being held on $4,000 bail after being charged with two counts of terroristic threatening.
Land Board Hears Final Arguments on Huge Telescope
The Board of Land and Natural Resources is considering whether to approve the Thirty Meter Telescope atop Mauna Kea.
Bill Legalizing Marijuana Dead For Session
The chairman of the House Judiciary Committee said he killed the measure because of a lack of support from lawmakers.
Chief Justice Seeking $90M for New Kona Courthouse
He is also supporting a budget allocation that would bolster court security by adding seven more deputy sheriffs on the Big Island.
