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06/06/2026

Hawaiʻi Island police have charged a 23-year-old Kailua-Kona man and a juvenile male in connection with a sexual assault, robbery, and assault investigation that occurred at the Kailua-Kona Pier on Monday, June 1, 2026.

At 10:58 p.m., June 1, Kona patrol officers responded to an altercation at the Kailua-Kona Pier. Upon arrival, officers contacted an adult male and female who reported being attacked by two individuals, an adult male and a juvenile male, while sleeping on the pier. The female victim reported awakening to the adult male engaging in sexual contact with her without her consent.

A physical altercation ensued between the male victim and the suspects. During the confrontation, the suspects allegedly assaulted the male victim, forcing him into the ocean. Investigators determined that during the assault, the adult suspect used a knife to inflict injuries on the male victim. Police later learned the knife may have been taken from the victims' backpack prior to the assault.

Following the incident, the suspects allegedly stole the victims’ backpack and fled the area in a vehicle believed to have been operated by a third individual.

Officers conducted area checks and located individuals matching the suspects descriptions in the parking lot of a business in the 75-900 block of Henry Street. Through further investigation, police identified one of the suspects as 23-year-old Arley Alokoa, of Kailua-Kona. A juvenile male was also identified as a suspect. Due to his age, the juvenile's identity is not being released.

At 11:43 p.m. on June 1, 2026, police arrested Alokoa and the juvenile male. Following the arrests, officers recovered a knife from Alokoa that matched the description provided by the male victim.

On Tuesday, June 2, the juvenile was charged with the following offenses:

First-degree robbery
Second-degree assault
Fourth-degree theft
He was subsequently transported to Family Court for his initial appearance.

On Wednesday, June 3, Alokoa was charged with the following offenses:

Second-degree sexual assault
First-degree robbery
Second-degree assault
Third-degree assault
Fourth-degree theft
His total bail was set at $61,500.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Officer Christopher Ross of the Area II Juvenile Aid Section at (808) 326-4646, ext. 302, or via email at [email protected].

06/06/2026

The Brown Water Advisory at Waioli Beach Park on Kaua‘i issued on 06-03-2026 has been canceled; however, the Hawaii Department of Health still urges the public to avoid brown, murky coastal waters, especially following storms or heavy rain.

DOH AUTHORIZES REOPENING OF OHANA SUB & DELI, INC. AFTER BEING CLOSED FOR MULTIPLE FOOD SAFETY VIOLATIONS


HONOLULU — The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) Food Safety Branch has issued a green placard to Ohana Sub & Deli, Inc., located at 55 S. Kamehameha Highway in Wahiawā, after a follow-up inspection that found previously identified critical food safety violations had been corrected.

Ohana Sub & Deli, Inc. received a red “closed” placard and was immediately closed on June 4 after a routine inspection identified multiple critical food safety violations, including a nonfunctional handwashing sink and insufficient hot water at the three-compartment sink, which prevented employees from properly washing, rinsing and sanitizing equipment and utensils.

During a follow-up inspection conducted on June 5, DOH inspectors verified that the establishment had repaired the handwashing sink, restored sufficient hot water service and was properly cleaning and sanitizing dishware and food-contact equipment. As a result, the establishment was issued a green placard and approved to reopen.

The DOH Food Safety Branch protects and promotes the health of Hawaiʻi residents and visitors through education of food industry workers and regulation of food establishments statewide. The branch conducts routine health inspections of food establishments where food products are prepared, manufactured, distributed or sold.

The branch also investigates sources of foodborne illness and potential food adulteration and works to mitigate the effects of these incidents to help prevent future occurrences. DOH food safety specialists work closely with business owners, food service workers and the food industry to promote safe food preparation practices and sanitary conditions statewide.

For more information about the department’s placarding program, visit the Food Safety Branch website .

06/06/2026

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06/06/2026

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06/06/2026

During the week of May 25, through May 31, 2026, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 10 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Six of the drivers were involved in a traffic collision. One of the drivers was under the age of 21.
So far this year, there have been 330 DUI arrests compared with 394 during the same period last year, a decrease of 16.24 percent.
Hawai‘i Police Department's Traffic Services Section reviewed all updated crashes and found 406 major crashes so far this year, compared with 430 major crashes during the same time last year, a decrease of 5.58 percent.
As of May 24, there have been 11 fatal crashes, resulting in 13 fatalities compared with 12 fatal crashes, resulting in 13 fatalities for the same time last year, a decrease of 8.33 percent for fatal crashes.
In 2026, the non-traffic fatality count (not on a public roadway) was zero, compared to zero non-traffic fatalities for the same time last year.
DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue island wide.

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06/06/2026

Windward Planning Commission
Date: 07/02/2026 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Hawaii County Council Chambers
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
The meeting end time will be determined based on the items on the agenda and discretion of the Chair. Date and venue of the meeting is subject to change. Please contact the Planning Department at (808) 961-8288 to confirm.

In-person Location: Hawaiʻi County Council Chambers, 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, Hawaiʻi 96720

06/06/2026

(Update #2)

Hawai‘i Island police are again asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Naiomi Michael, who was reported as a runaway, on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, and was last seen in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision in Kea‘au.

Michael is described as Hawaiian/mixed ethnicity with a tan complexion, 5 feet 7 inches tall, 120 pounds, long hair (possibly bleached or colored), and brown eyes. She is known to frequent the Puna, Hilo, and Kona areas.

Police ask anyone who may have any information on Michael’s whereabouts to please contact the police department’s non-emergency line at (808) 935-3311 or Acting Detective Corey Kaneko at (808) 961-8843 or [email protected].

Hawai‘i Police Department thanks the public for their assistance in this case.

06/06/2026

Hawai‘i Island police are requesting the public's assistance in locating 43-year-old Junior Santiago, who is wanted on an outstanding $50,000 warrant for probation violation.



Santiago is described as a local male, 5 feet 11 inches tall, 175 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. He is known to frequent the Puna and Hamakua districts.



Anyone with information regarding Santiago's whereabouts is encouraged to contact the police department's non-emergency number at (808) 935-3311.



Citizens who wish to remain anonymous can make a tip through Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300 and be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Crime Stoppers does not record any calls or subscribe to caller ID.

06/06/2026

HAWAII ISLAND LANE CLOSURES FOR THE WEEK OF
JUNE 6 - JUNE 12


PLEASE NOTE:

In observance of Kamehameha Day Thursday, June 11 there will be no contraflow or lane closures, unless otherwise permitted. All projects are weather permitting. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. A map of lane closures can be found here, https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/roadwork/



—KANOELEHUA AVENUE/VOLCANO ROAD (ROUTE 11) —



1) HILO TO VOLCANO

Single lane closure on Kanoelehua Avenue to Volcano Road (Route 11), possible in either direction between mile post 0.0 to 36, in the vicinity of Banyan Drive, from Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 and on Friday, June 12 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for removal of existing striping and installation of new striping and pavement markers.



2) VOLCANO

Single lane closure on Volcano Road (Route 11), possible in either direction between mile post 28 to 30, in the vicinity of Crater Rim Drive and Kilauea Military Camp, on Friday, June 12 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for HECO to remove old poles and conductors.



—KUAKINI HIGHWAY (ROUTE 11) —



1) HOLUALOA

Single lane closure on Kuakini Highway (Route 11), possible in either direction between mile post 117 to 118, in the vicinity of Judd Trail, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for cutting vegetation and tree trimming.



—MAMALAHOA HIGHWAY (ROUTE 11) —



1) CAPTAIN COOK TO HOLUALOA

Single lane closure on Mamalahoa Highway (Route 11), possible in either direction between mile post 109 to 119, in the vicinity of Koa Road and Kuakini Highway, from Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 and on Friday, June 12 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for removal of existing striping and applying new striping and pavement markers.



—KAMEHAMEHA AVENUE (ROUTE 19) —



1) HILO

Single lane closure on Kamehameha Avenue (Route 19), possible in either direction between mile post 0.8 to 1.7, in the vicinity of Banyan Drive and Pauahi Street, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10, and Friday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lowering utility covers for upcoming paving work.



— HAWAII BELT ROAD (ROUTE 19) —



1) HONOMU TO HAKALAU

Single lane closure on Hawaii Belt Road (Route 19), possible in either direction between mile post 13 to 15, in the vicinity of Pua Lane and Chin Chuck Road, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for shoulder work.



2) NINOLE

Single lane closure on Hawaii Belt Road (Route 19), possible in either direction between mile post 17.9 to 18.2, in the vicinity of Government Main Road, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 and on Friday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for work on Nanue Bridge.



3) PAPAALOA TO LAUPAHOEHOE

Single lane closure on Hawaii Belt Road (Route 19), possible in either direction between mile post 24 to 25, in the vicinity of Papaaloa Avenue, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for cutting vegetation.



4) OOKALA

Single lane closure on Hawaii Belt Road (Route 19), possible in either direction between mile post 29.2 to 32, in the vicinity of Old Mamalahoa Highway, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 and on Friday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for work on Kaholo Stream Bridge.



— KEAAU PAHOA ROAD/PAHOA KALAPANA ROAD (ROUTE 130) —



1) KEAAU

Single lane closure on Keaau Pahoa Road (Route 130), possible in either direction between mile post 0.0 to 21.8, in the vicinity of Mamalahoa Highway and Kaimu-Chain of Craters Road, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 and on Friday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for removal of existing striping and applying new striping and pavement markers.



— MAMALAHOA HIGHWAY (ROUTE 190) —



1) WAIKOLOA

Single lane closure on Mamalahoa Highway (Route 190), possible in either direction between mile post 10.8 to 11.1, in the vicinity of Waikoloa Road, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10, and Friday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for installing rumble strips.



2) KALAOA

Single lane closure on Mamalahoa Highway (Route 190), possible in either direction between mile post 30 to 35, in the vicinity of Huehue Ranch Road and Onaona Drive, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for tree trimming and cutting vegetation.



— DANIEL K. INOUYE HIGHWAY (ROUTE 200) —



1) PIIHONUA

Single lane closure on Daniel K. Inouye Highway (Route 200), possible in either direction between mile post 18 to 24, on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for installing delineators.



— KOHALA MOUNTAIN ROAD/HAWI ROAD (ROUTE 250) —



1) HAWI

Single lane closure on Kohala Mountain Road/Hawi Road (Route 250), possible in either direction between mile post 17 to 19, in the vicinity of Mamo Street and Akoni P**e Highway on Monday, June 8 to Wednesday, June 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for cutting vegetation.



— KOHALA MOUNTAIN ROAD (ROUTE 250) —



1) KAPAAU (WEEKEND/DAILY WORK)

Single lane closure on Kohala Mountain Road (Route 250), possible in either direction between mile post 3.5 to 5, on Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, June 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for emergency repair work on the road due to the Kona Low.



2) KAPAAU (WEEKEND/DAILY WORK)

Single lane closure on Kohala Mountain Road (Route 250), possible in either direction between mile post 3.7 to 5, on Monday, June 8 to Friday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for emergency repair work on the road due to the Kona Low.



— AKONI P**E HIGHWAY (ROUTE 270) —



1) KAWAIHAE (WEEKEND/DAILY WORK)

Single lane closure on Akoni P**e Highway (Route 250), possible in either direction between mile post 2.3 to 2.9, on Saturday, June 6 to Friday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for emergency repair work on the road due to Kona Low.

Planned construction and maintenance closures for state roads are published here every Friday. The Lane Closure Map (all islands) and roadwork pages are published to raise awareness and help motorists prepare. For camera views of Oahu’s major arteries visit GoAkamai.org Direct link to the lane clo...

06/06/2026

DOH ALERTS PUBLIC ABOUT TARGET BRAND UP&UP BABY WIPES DUE TO POTENTIAL BURKHOLDERIA CONTAMINATION


HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch (FDB) is alerting residents of a voluntary recall issued by Target for select lots of Up&Up Fragrance Free and Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes due to potential contamination of Burkholderia cepacia and Burkholderia gladioli.

Burkholderia bacteria can cause serious and life-threatening infections in newborns, infants, young children and immunocompromised individuals, where the infection may spread to the bloodstream, potentially leading to life-threatening sepsis or pneumonia. In healthy individuals, use of the product on skin with minor lesions will more likely result in local infections.

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if your child or anyone in your household is exhibiting symptoms after having used the recalled product. There have been reports of illness and adverse events nationwide such as skin irritation, eye irritation and infections potentially associated with the use of the product. To date, there have been no reports of illness in Hawaiʻi.

The recalled wipes were sold in single and multipacks at Target stores nationwide, including Target stores in Hawai‘i and online at Target.com. The DOH FDB is working with local Target stores to ensure that the recalled product is no longer available for sale. The FDB advises consumers to verify the recalled product by checking the expiration date printed on the bottom of the package. Consumers that have purchased the recalled product should immediately discontinue use and either dispose of them or return them to any Target for a full refund. Consumers can contact Target Guest Relations at 1-800-440-0680 from 2 a.m. to 5 p.m. HST daily for more information.

The recalled product information is as follows:

UP&UP Fragrance Free Baby Wipes
Product
Product Image(s)
Item Number
UPC Code
Manufacturing Codes
Expiration Dates
20 Count
Photograph of Package Fragrance Free Baby Wipes (20 Wipes)
007-07-0092
85239265956
November 07, 2025
(071125X/XX)

to

May 05, 2026
(050526X/###)
May 10, 2028
(100528)

to

November 5, 2028
(051128)
3 Pack
- 216 Count
Photograph of Package Fragrance Free Baby Wipes (3 packs, 216 Wipes)
007-07-0146
85239265963
72 Count
Photograph of Package Fragrance Free Baby Wipes (72 Wipes)Photograph of Package Fragrance Free Baby Wipes Lot and Expiration Code Location
007-07-0157
85239265949
8 Pack
- 800 Count
Photograph of Package Fragrance Free Baby Wipes (8 packs, 800 Wipes)
007-07-0226
85239266137
12 Pack
- 1200 Count
Photograph of Package Fragrance Free Baby Wipes (12 packs, 1200 Wipes)
007-07-9025
85239266090


UP&UP Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes
Product
Product Image(s)
Item Number
UPC Code
Manufacturing Codes
Expiration Dates
3 Pack
- 216 Count
Photograph of Package Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes (3 packs, 216 Wipes)
007-07-0265
85239265994
December 29, 2025
(291225X/XX)

to

December 30, 2025
(301225X/XX)
June 29, 2028
(290628)

to

June 30, 2028
(300628)
8 Pack
- 800 Count
Photograph of Package Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes (8 packs, 800 Wipes)
007-07-0266
85239265987
72 Count
Photograph of Package Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes (72 Wipes)
007-07-0267
85239265970

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