West Hawaii News
Scheduled Lane Closures May 23-27
Lane closure across the island will be conducted as part of various road projects.
Phone System Issues at Kealakehe Police Station
Non-emergency calls should be directed to the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
Police to Increase DUI Checks, Patrols
High school graduations and the upcoming Memorial Day weekend will put the Hawai’i Police Department on high alert in the effort to prevent tragedy on Big Island roadways.
State Celebrates Elder Volunteers
Each county is responsible for creating a committee that chooses its two outstanding volunteers. Mayor Billy Kenoi’s Committee on Aging chooses the Big Island’s nominees.
Coast Guard Issues National Boating Safety Statistics
National Safe Boating Week is just around the corner, and the United States Coast Guard has released its 2015 Recreational Boating Statistics.
Weekend Road Work
All lane closures and detours are weather permitting and have the possibility of changing without notice.
Imported Dengue Case Confirmed on the Big Island
A new case of dengue fever has been confirmed on the Big Island.
Frozen Food Recall Expands to Include Natural Directions
The CRF frozen foods recall has expanded further with the recent announcement by NORPAC Foods Inc. of products that could be contaminated under the CRF recall.
Twelve Tons of Debris Removed from Papahānaumokuākea
NOAA officials say marine debris is a human-induced global problem that impacts coral reef ecosystems and marine wildlife.
March Kona Death Ruled a Suicide
Final autopsy results determined that the woman’s cause of death was a gunshot wound to the head and that the manner of death was suicide.
Billions Passed by Senate for Native Hawaiian Housing, Homeless Programs
The bill includes funding in support of reduced homelessness and Native Hawaiian Housing.
Police Release May 20 Warrants
Individuals on the following list are innocent until determined to be guilty in a court of law.
DOH: Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licenses, Scores Released
The Hawai’i Department of Health began issuing licenses on Thursday for Medical Marijuana dispensaries.
June Household Hazardous Waste Events
Business, government agency, non-profit agency, or farm waste will not be allowed. Electronic waste and tires will also not be allowed.
Hawai’i Officials React to Takai Announcement
Congressman Mark Takai announced on Thursday that he plans to suspend his run for re-election, noting a spread of the pancreatic cancer he is currently fighting.
Seven HPD Officers Receive Promotions
Seven sworn officers received promotions from Hawai’i Police Department Chief Harry S. Kubojiri.
Congressman Takai Will Not Seek Re-Election as Cancer Battle Continues
The Congressman made the announcement on Thursday, stating that his battle with pancreatic cancer has spread and his focus is “on getting better rather than getting re-elected.”
Comment Period for Critical Habitat Designation Reopens
A 15-day public comment period on the proposal to designate critical habitat for three plant species on the Big Island under the Endangered Species Act has been reopened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Missing Hilo Woman Located
The Hawai’i Police Department says that a missing 26-year-old woman has been located.
