Waimea man dies in 2-car crash
KAILUA-KONA — Authorities have identified a man killed in a two-car crash on Kohala Mountain Road in Waimea this morning as 27-year-old Anson Guitang of Kapaau.
Human remains unearthed on lot on Alii Drive
KAILUA-KONA — Some ID found at a site of unearthed skeletal remains has given authorities a lead as to the possible identity.
Wrongful death suit moves forward in federal court
KAILUA-KONA — A wrongful death lawsuit against a former Hawaii County police officer is moving forward with a trial scheduled in federal court in June.
Police increase push to promote sober driving this holiday season
KAILUA-KONA — Lights, Christmas trees, carols on the radio and crowded store parking lots are just a few of the sights and sounds of the holiday season. However, an uptick in major car crashes is also a byproduct of this time of year.
Kamakana Villagers mourn loss of neighbor hit on highway
KAILUA-KONA — Residents at Kamakana Village were sad to learn the pedestrian killed in a Wednesday crash on Ane Keohokalole Highway was a fellow neighbor.
Roll on: 34th annual Christmas Parade to kick off holiday season
KAILUA-KONA — The Kailua-Kona Christmas Parade isn’t just about lights and floats. It’s about kicking off the holiday season by celebrating the community.
Visitors trapped by rising tide in Pololu Valley rescued
POLOLU VALLEY — No injuries were reported after a man and woman were extricated by helicopter after becoming stranded due to rising tide near Pololu Valley in North Kohala this afternoon.
$150K in property, diesel fuel stolen from property on Napoopoo Road
CAPTAIN COOK — Authorities are investigating a theft that occurred on Napoopoo Road where hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of vehicles, fuel and equipment were stolen.
Ex-officer gets probation
KEALAKEKUA — A former Hawaii police officer will not serve jail time after a jury found him guilty of misdemeanor negligent homicide for fatally striking a cyclist more than three years ago.
Old A rapist pleads guilty mid-trial
KEALAKEKUA — Two days into a jury trial, an 18-year-old man accused of felony sex assault in connection to a 2016 rape at Old Kona Airport Park changed his plea to guilty.
Victim in Old A rape testifies
KEALAKEKUA — The victim of a violent rape took the stand Wednesday in 3rd Circuit Court to testify about the reported acts committed against her will at Old Kona Airport Park more than two years ago.
Jury trial begins in Old A rape case
KEALAKEKUA — Opening statements in the trial for a teen accused in the 2016 rape at Old Kona Airport Park begins today.
Rape victim sues county, DOE
KEALAKEKUA — The victim of a violent 2016 rape that occurred in a Kailua-Kona park has taken civil action against her alleged attackers, their parents, the Department of Education and Hawaii County.
Plea agreement reached for one suspect in North Kohala standoff
KEALAKEKUA — A man charged as an accomplice in a standoff incident in January in North Kohala will serve no additional jail time as part of a plea deal meted with prosecutors.
Bail reduced for 2 more accomplices in cop killer case
KEALAKEKUA — A 3rd Circuit Court judge reduced bail for two additional associates of accused cop killer Justin Waiki.
Waimea community shocked, distraught over senseless vandalism
KAILUA-KONA — Police have increased their patrols after a vandalism spree was discovered in Waimea, resulting in excess of $10,000 in damage.
Police investigate string of business burglaries on Alii Drive
KAILUA-KONA — Police are investigating a string of Thursday morning burglaries at businesses along Alii Drive.
Community, police come together to help South Kona garden
KAILUA-KONA — Thefts at a South Kona community garden have stalled since news of the problem was brought to light.
Firefighters, police respond to multiple fires in downtown Kailua-Kona
KAILUA-KONA — A person of interest is in police custody after multiple small fires were set Monday morning at various locations in downtown Kailua-Kona.
The Rescue: Firefighters, swimmers, detail daring mission that saved students
KAILUA-KONA — When firefighters got a call that 10 people had been swept away during a flash flood in a Waimea stream, they thought they were responding to a recovery, not a rescue.
