Nondomestic TROs up 67% since 2015, while domestic orders are down 25%.
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Nondomestic TROs up 67% since 2015, while domestic abuse orders down 25%
Between 2015 and 2021, there has been a 67% increase in requests for temporary restraining orders in nondomestic situations on Hawaii Island.
Papaikou man accused of sexually assaulting minor
A 37-year-old Papaikou man has been indicted for the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl almost three years ago.
Happy Father’s Day: Keiki create one-of-a-kind gifts for dad
Keiki used their artistic skills Saturday to create one-of-a-kind gifts for dad at the Keauhou Shopping Center Farmers Market.
Roth’s first veto: Mayor rejects housing measure
Mayor Mitch Roth has exercised the first veto of his term by rejecting a bill its sponsors say expands the number of eligible programs that could be implemented with county housing funds.
One dead following crash in Pepeekeo
One man is dead and second person hospitalized following a two-car crash Saturday evening on Highway 19 in Pepeekeo.
Smithsonian showcase features Hawaiian language student projects
Five Hilo students have their research projects in ‘Olelo Hawaii (the Hawaiian language) featured in a first-of-its-kind online showcase titled, “In Language There is Life: I ka ‘olelo no ke ola.”
US Army holds live-fire training at PTA
Roughly 2,000 troops from the 25th Infantry Division came to Pohakuloa Training Area earlier this month to train with drones, snipers, mortars, helicopters and other live-fire artillery.
Hilo man sentenced to 10 years for dealing drugs
A 26-year-old Hilo man was sentenced Thursday to 10 years in prison for charges related to possessing and distributing methamphetamine and a firearms offense.
Former Honolulu prosecutor indicted on bribery allegations
HONOLULU — A U.S. grand jury has indicted Honolulu’s former top prosecutor and four others, alleging that employees of an engineering and architectural firm bribed Keith Kaneshiro with campaign donations in exchange for Kaneshiro’s prosecution of a former company employee.
Russian superyacht Amadea arrives in Honolulu from Fiji
HONOLULU — A Russian-owned superyacht seized by the United States arrived in Honolulu Harbor on Thursday flying an American flag.
Portuguese center one step closer to fruition
Today marks an important milestone for the organizers of the Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce Cultural and Educational Center — they will be inking signatures on a construction contract for the long-envisioned facility at the corner of Komohana and Ponahawai streets in Hilo.
Group: Orchid Isle needs more visible orchids
Members of the Hilo Orchid Society are working to help Hawaii Island live up to its nickname as the Orchid Isle.
South Kohala police officer, former Miss Aloha Hula honored for investigative work
A South Kohala patrol officer was recently honored for her work during a sexual assault investigation by the Hawaii Island Security and Safety Professionals Association
CDC: Hawaii County a high-level community for COVID-19
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday moved Hawaii County from the “Medium” to “High” COVID-19 community level.
Upward Bound program lands $6M in grants
The University of Hawaii at Hilo’s Upward Bound program was awarded four new five-year grants totaling nearly $6 million to help high school students prepare for college.
Increased homeowner exemption clears committee
A bigger break in taxes for homeowners and kupuna is all but assured next year, following a unanimous committee vote Tuesday on a bill and assurances from the administration that it supports the measure.
Documents: Dispute over tequila led to stabbing
A 25-year-old woman told officers her refusal to give a bottle of tequila to an acquaintance she described as highly intoxicated led to the man stabbing her early Tuesday morning, according to court documents filed by police.
Ige signs three bills benefiting LGBTQ+ community
A trio of LGBTQ-related bills became law Thursday in an effort to shore up discrimination protections for sexual and gender minorities.
Motorcyclist killed in Kona crash
A 19-year-old motorcyclist is dead following a three-vehicle crash Wednesday morning in North Kona.
Police seek South Kona woman for questioning
Hawaii Island police are asking for the public’s assistance with locating 44-year-old Janeal McCullough of South Kona, who is wanted for questioning in connection with several financial criminal investigations.
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