Hawaii News Digest

Latest Hawaii State and Hawaii Island News

Menu
  • Blog Comment Policy for Hawaii News Digest
    • Mission Statement
  • Opinion, analysis, and discussion.
  • Home
Menu

Police look for ID theft suspects

Posted on December 20, 2019 by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the West Hawaii News update from Hawaii News Digest.

Our lead story focuses on the search for two women accused of ID theft and fraud.

Views expressed in this Hawaii News summary are those of the reporters and correspondents.

Content provided by “West Hawaii Today.”

Accessed on 20 December 2019, 1435 UTC, Post 20008.

Source:

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/category/hawaii-news/

Please click link or scroll down to read your selections.

Hawaii News

Police seeking ID theft suspects

Dec. 20, 2019

Hawaii Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating two women involved in an identity theft and fraud case. The investigation stems from the theft of a purse that had some personal checks belonging to the victim.

Read More

Crime spree suspect ruled fit

Dec. 20, 2019

KAILUA-KONA — A new trial date has been set for a Kailua-Kona man accused of an islandwide crime spree in August after a Kona Circuit Court judge deemed the 48-year-old fit to proceed in the case.

Read More

Kona man sentenced to 5 years for fatal crash

Dec. 20, 2019

KAILUA-KONA — A 50-year-old Kailua-Kona man was sentenced last month to up to five years in jail in connection with a 2017 traffic fatality in North Kona.

Read More
SPONSORED CONTENT

Start Enjoying Holiday Sales and Cash Back: Join Today

Dec. 05, 2019
By Rakuten — Get up to 40% Cash Back at over 2,500 stores. No points. No fees. No forms.
Read More

Gabbard faces heat back home for present vote on impeachment

Dec. 19, 2019 • Updated 9:31 p.m.

HONOLULU — Longshot presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard is facing some heat in her heavily Democratic home state of Hawaii for voting “present” on two articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.

Read More

Foster child death trial continued

Dec. 19, 2019

KAILUA-KONA — Jury trial for a woman accused of murder in the 2017 death of a 3-year-old Waimea boy has been continued.

Read More

TMT stalls, Hawaii police to stand down from construction site

Dec. 19, 2019 • Updated 9:31 p.m.

HILO — After more than five months of waiting, the impasse at Maunakea Access Road has seemingly broken, with Gov. David Ige on Thursday reopening the road and withdrawing law enforcement from the mountain.

Read More

Gabbard on ‘present’ vote: I could not in good conscience vote either yes or no,”

Dec. 19, 2019

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, a 2020 presidential candidate, broke with most members of her party Wednesday and voted “present” on the two articles of impeachment charging President Donald Trump with abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.

Read More

California synagogue vandalism suspect to be extradited

Dec. 19, 2019 • Updated 9:31 p.m.

KAILUA-KONA — A 24-year-old Pennsylvania man arrested Wednesday in Kailua-Kona in connection with vandalizing a California synagogue will be extradited back to the Golden State.

Read More

Big boost for West Hawaii paramedicine program

Dec. 19, 2019

HILO — A program aimed at keeping frequent 911 callers in their homes and out of the emergency room received a shot in the arm Wednesday, with a $125,000 grant from the West Hawaii Community Health Center to the Hawaii Fire Department.

Read More

Skateboarder reportedly struck by vehicle

Dec. 19, 2019

KAILUA-KONA — A homeless man was taken to the hospital Wednesday afternoon after reportedly being struck by a vehicle near Safeway on Henry Street.

Read More

Honolulu mayor signs bill to create hospitality tax category

Dec. 18, 2019

HONOLULU — Honolulu’s mayor signed a bill creating a new tax classification for owners of Oahu properties where bed-and-breakfast establishments are operated.

Read More

Honolulu police fatally shoot two men in less than 24 hours

Dec. 18, 2019 • Updated 1:13 p.m.

HONOLULU — Honolulu police were reviewing body camera footage after police fatally shot a second man in less than 24 hours.

Read More

Bill aims to prevent repeat of Hawaii false missile alert

Dec. 18, 2019 • Updated 9:29 p.m.

HONOLULU — A defense bill passed by the U.S. Senate on Tuesday seeks to prevent local government agencies from mistakenly warning residents of a ballistic missile attack the way Hawaii did nearly two years ago.

Read More

Emergency warning sirens to be tested Friday

Dec. 18, 2019 • Updated 10:17 a.m.

KAILUA-KONA — A handful of emergency warning sirens on the Big Island will be tested between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Friday by the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency and Hawaii County Civil Defense.

Read More

Thirty Big Island drivers arrested for suspected DUI

Dec. 18, 2019

KAILUA-KONA — Hawaii Island police arrested 30 motorists for suspected drunken driving between Dec. 9 and Sunday. Four of the drivers were involved in a traffic crash and one was younger than age 21.

Read More

Solar equipment ‘mechanical failure’ sparks brush fire

Dec. 18, 2019 • Updated 9:36 a.m.

KAILUA-KONA — A mechanical failure of solar equipment apparently sparked a brush fire Tuesday evening in Waimea.

Read More

Police ID two victims in separate fatal crashes on Volcano Highway

Dec. 18, 2019 • Updated 1:06 p.m.

HILO — Police have identified two people who died in separate traffic collisions on Volcano Highway (Route 11) in upper Puna.

Read More

UH-Hilo study finds active duty suicides have increased since ‘endless wars’ began

Dec. 18, 2019
A new study recently published by researchers from the University of Hawaii at Hilo is challenging the belief that combat increases suicide rates in active duty U.S. Army forces.
Read More

Instrument on Maunakea observatory will help track shooting stars

Dec. 18, 2019
An instrument on a Maunakea observatory intended to track shooting stars is finally operational after more than a year of delays.
Read More

Energy code changes heading to council

Dec. 18, 2019
A bill that would make 46 changes to the county’s energy conservation code passed a County Council committee meeting Tuesday and will go before the full council.
Read More
For the latest West Hawaii, Hawaii Island, Hawaii State, and Hawaii Sports News, please check the blog sidebars and links.  These news feeds are updated daily.  Thanks for joining us today.
————
Until next time,
Russ Roberts
https://hawaiinewsdigest.net (the daily update).
https://hawaiinewsdigest.com (breaking Hawaii News).

Share this:

Related

  • Campground assault trial set
  • December 21, 2019
  • In "Hawaii News Digest"
  • Next steps for Puna bus hub
  • December 22, 2019
  • In "Hawaii Island News"
  • Hearing set for sexual assault suspect
  • December 23, 2019
  • In "Hawaii Island News"
Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.
To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy

Site Manager

Retired news director for Pacific Radio Group (Hawaii Island). Retired Lt Col USAFR. FCC-licensed amateur radio operator (KH6JRM). Substitute teacher for Hawaii DOE.

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Join 411 other subscribers

Big Island Video News

  • Mayor Roth Takes Selfie From Hospital, Is “On The Mend” January 16, 2021
    HILO, Hawaiʻi - A spokesperson for the mayor said Roth is "in a selfie spirit at Hilo Medical Center, where he will remain for the weekend."
    Big Island Video News
  • Hawaii COVID-19 Friday Update: 150 New Cases Statewide January 16, 2021
    HAWAIʻI - Of the 150 new cases of COVID-19 reported statewide at noon on Friday, only five (5) new cases were identified on Hawaiʻi island.
    Big Island Video News
  • Magnitude 4.0 Earthquake Felt Around Hawaiʻi Island January 15, 2021
    HAWAIʻI ISLAND - An earthquake deep below the Pahala-area of Hawaiʻi island was felt all around the Big Island on Thursday evening.
    Big Island Video News
  • Hawaiʻi COVID-19 Thursday Update: 179 New Cases Statewide January 15, 2021
    HAWAIʻI - Of the 179 new cases of COVID-19 reported statewide at noon on Thursday, thirteen (13) new cases were identified on Hawaiʻi island.
    Big Island Video News
  • Broward Named Superintendent Of Two Kona National Historical Parks January 15, 2021
    KONA, Hawaiʻi - John Broward, former chief ranger at HVNP, has been selected as Superintendent of Kaloko-Honokōhau and Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Parks.
    Big Island Video News

Hawaii Tribune-Herald Sports News

  • Niemann finishes with eagle and shares the lead at Sony Open January 15, 2021
    HONOLULU — Joaquin Niemann had no regrets about the 18th hole at the Sony Open.
    none
  • Finally, games go on during pandemic: Vuls ready for action January 15, 2021
    Let the games begin.
    none
  • Harden headed to Nets in blockbuster 4-team deal January 14, 2021
    James Harden is heading to Brooklyn, joining old teammate Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving to give the Nets a potent trio featuring some of the NBA’s highest scorers.
    none
  • AFC’s young QB quartet, old NFC guard create huge age gap January 14, 2021
    Andy Reid has been here before, with a young franchise quarterback on a team contending for the Super Bowl year after year.
    none
  • Golf’s island tour continues with Sony Open at Waialae January 14, 2021
    HONOLULU — For the 31 players at the Sony Open who took the 30-minute flight over from Maui, the decision to play was easy. They’re already in Hawaii, guaranteed a tropical climate and the course at sea level is an easy walk.
    none

Blog Archives

Blog Stats

  • 251,438 hits

Hawaii News Digest supplementary pages

  • Blog Comment Policy for Hawaii News Digest
    • Mission Statement
  • Home
  • Opinion, analysis, and discussion.

Related news sites

https://www.hawaiigeopoliticalnews.com

https://www.hawaiisciencedaily.info

https://bigislandarrlnews.com

https://www.simplehamradioantennas.com

https://www.bbc.com/news/world

https://reuters.com/news/world

 

Russ’s twitter feed

Russell RobertsFollow

Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
2h

Southgate Amateur Radio Club News https://t.co/IUfbr7I5P4

Reply on Twitter 1350457211651313667Retweet on Twitter 1350457211651313667Like on Twitter 1350457211651313667Twitter 1350457211651313667
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
3h

Hawaii Geopolitical News: World News | https://t.co/1QwIGGcyQs https://t.co/XgYmrRL60o

Reply on Twitter 1350448379931709448Retweet on Twitter 1350448379931709448Like on Twitter 1350448379931709448Twitter 1350448379931709448
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
3h

Peaceful protest at state Capitol https://t.co/usrbHYSZus

Reply on Twitter 1350445118579302401Retweet on Twitter 1350445118579302401Like on Twitter 1350445118579302401Twitter 1350445118579302401
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
3h

Puna standoff ends peacefully https://t.co/nsDA7XAi6w

Reply on Twitter 1350440894890192902Retweet on Twitter 1350440894890192902Like on Twitter 1350440894890192902Twitter 1350440894890192902
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
4h

Maunkea Observatories https://t.co/fraVFaT6El

Reply on Twitter 1350436507748851712Retweet on Twitter 1350436507748851712Like on Twitter 1350436507748851712Twitter 1350436507748851712
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
5h

ARLP003 Propagation de K7RA https://t.co/9A514Ekr5d

Reply on Twitter 1350417783645822977Retweet on Twitter 1350417783645822977Like on Twitter 1350417783645822977Twitter 1350417783645822977
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
11h

Hawaii State News Update https://t.co/iPZYTpNqqr

Reply on Twitter 1350330008011743235Retweet on Twitter 1350330008011743235Like on Twitter 1350330008011743235Twitter 1350330008011743235
Load More...
Custom Twitter Feeds Plugin

Russ’s Facebook Page

Russ’s Facebook Page
© 2021 Hawaii News Digest | Powered by Minimalist Blog WordPress Theme