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PSD Sheriff Division Issues New Uniforms
The Department of Public Safety (PSD), Sheriff Division is testing a new two-colored uniform that will replace the current brown-on-brown uniform worn by State Sheriff Deputies for nearly three decades.
Closures Scheduled for Pavement Work in HVNP
More park roads, parking lots and trails will temporarily close for improvement in the weeks ahead as pavement preservation work continues in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
EPA Approves Fungicide to Fight Coffee Leaf Rust
Hawai‘i coffee growers now have the approval to use a specific fungicide in their efforts to manage and control the spread of coffee leaf rust (CLR).
New Minit Stop to Open on Big Island Saturday
The newest Minit Stop location on the Big Island is officially open this weekend. While an Ohana Fuels station has operated in the area for multiple years, Honoka‘a residents and visitors will now also have access to Minit Stop’s retail and food service offerings on Mamane Street. Minit Stop offerings include hot food, cold drinks, and everyday items. Minit […]
Mountain View Murder Suspect Pleads Guilty, Sentenced to Life in Prison
A Mountain View man was sentenced to life in prison, Thursday, May 20, after pleading guilty to second-degree murder last month.
VOLCANO WATCH: New Research Sheds Light on Recent Pāhala Earthquake Swarms
Many people in Kaʻū have noticed the swarm of earthquakes taking place during the past few years.
Want Unemployment Benefits in Hawaii? You’ll Have to Look For Work
Based on the available data, the state projects that roughly 106,000 claimants throughout the Hawaiian Islands will need to begin searching for work by the end of the month if they want to remain eligible for their benefits.
Hawaii Reports 80 New COVID Cases Thursday
The state’s two-week average is 80 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.5%.
Officials Advise of Dangers Swimming Near Hawaiian Monk Seal and Pup
Officials express safety concerns for beachgoers as a Hawaiian monk seal rests with her 3-week-old pup on O‘ahu’s Kaimana Beach.
Hawai´i Hotels See Meaningful Bounce Back in April
Hawai´i hotel room revenues statewide rose to $237.2 million (+2,210.8%) in April.
DWS Offices to Reopen to Walk-In Services
The Department of Water Supply (DWS) will reopen its offices to walk-in services starting June 1, 2021.
Woman Found Guilty in 2018 Fatal Hit-and-Run
A jury found a woman guilty of negligent homicide in connection to a fatal hit-and-run crash in South Kona in 2018.
Na’alehu Man Sought for Questioning in Kona Theft
Hawai‘i Police is asking for the public’s help in locating a Na’alehu man wanted for questioning in regards to a theft that occurred in Kona.hawa
Injured Hiker Rescued Out of Pololū Valley
A hiker complaining of knee pain was airlifted out of Pololū Valley Wednesday morning, May 19.
Upcoming Hurricane Season Projected to be Less Active
Two to five tropical cyclones are predicted for this year’s Central Pacific hurricane region, officials announced Wednesday.
Sailboat Caught on Kaua‘i Reef Removed, Impounded
Personnel from three DLNR divisions assisted in removing an unattended, illegally moored, 29-foot sailboat from the South Shore Ocean Recreation Management Area (ORMA) on Kaua‘i.
DOH Reports 73 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 73 new cases of coronavirus Wednesday.
UH Faculty Honored for Excellence in Teaching
Faculty at Hawai‘i Community College–Pālamanui and University of Hawaii at Hilo were among individuals recognized by the university for their innovation and commitment to educating students.
