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Report: 21,047 firearm permits issued in 2022 throughout Hawai‘i

The 21,047 permits issued last year cover a total of 51,883 firearms registered throughout the year, resulting in a 9.1 percent decrease from 57,091 firearms registered during 2021.

State of Hawaiʻi seeking public comment on soil remediation plan for Hakalau Beach Park

The proposed alternatives for remediation of Hakalau Beach Park and Hakalau Stream Bridge include removal of soil, isolation, containment, replacement with clean fill, and partial access with restriction of areas showing highest levels of lead contamination.

Sen. Schatz leads bipartisan effort in Congress to expand telehealth coverage

Sen. Brian Schatz led a bipartisan effort to reintroduce the CONNECT for Health Act, a comprehensive bill aimed at expanding Medicare coverage for telehealth services, maintaining permanent telehealth options post-COVID-19, and enhancing healthcare access for patients across the country.

Three-year-old critically injured in South Kona crash

A woman was heading south on Highway 11 near the 99-mile marker in South Kona when her vehicle drove off the roadway, down an embankment, and struck a tree.

Hawai‘i police charge mother, son with array of offenses

Keoni Sanderson was the subject of a previous media release asking for the public’s assistance in locating him.

Police Lieutenant Sagon graduates from FBI National Academy

The FBI National Academy is a 10-week program of professional study and physical training for U.S. and international law enforcement managers.

Hawai‘i police release latest DUI statistics

So far this year, there have been 468 DUI arrests compared with 490 during the same period last year, a decrease of 4.49%.

Hilo, Kona celebrate International Make Music Day with live performances June 21

Make Music Hawaiʻi presents live performances in Hilo and Kona on June 21 as part of the global celebration of Make Music Day.

UH Hilo: Coach Yagi’s memorial service will be held June 26

A former University of Hawai‘i at Hilo basketball coach, Yagi was known as the “Father of Small College Basketball in Hawaiʻi.”

Tostitos Avocado Salsa Dip recalled due to undeclared milk allergen

Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Hawaiʻi Police Department to host free Keiki Fishing Derby for Kohala residents July 15

Hawaiʻi Police Department’s South Kohala Community Policing section is hosting a free Keiki Fishing Derby on July 15 for North and South Kohala residents aged 5 to 18.

Update: Mamalahoa Highway in South Kona due now open in both directions

Update: Mamalahoa Highway in South Kona on the Big Island is now open in both directions after one lane was closed due to a traffic accident.

Update: Daniel K. Inouye Highway now open in both directions

Update: Daniel K. Inouye Highway now is open in both directions after it was closed due to a traffic collision.

One-way traffic pattern in effect in Honoka‘a June 24 for auto show

Traffic will be allowed to flow in the Hilo, or easterly, direction on Māmane Street, between Lehua Street to Puakalo Street.

Big Island backpack drive underway for keiki in need

New and unfilled backpacks may be dropped off at any Hawai‘i Island police station now through July 15.

State-of-the-art Student Success Center coming to UH Mānoa

Three floors of the air conditioned building will be open space for student gathering, studying and socializing with comfortable seating, tables and ample electrical outlets.

Kīlauea eruption on Big Island has paused after 12 days

The summit eruption at Kīlauea volcano on the Big island has paused, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said Monday night.

Hawaiʻi Island police name new acting deputy chief

Hawai‘i Police Department has assigned Major Reed Mahuna, a 25-year veteran, to the chief’s office as the acting deputy chief.

King Kalākaua replica medals stolen during break-in at Merrie Monarch Festival office

Hawai‘i police are investigating a break-in at the Merrie Monarch Festival office in Hilo where several items were stolen, including replicas of King David Kalākaua medals.

Rock musical ‘Rent’ coming to Waimea’s Kahilu Theatre

After a pandemic-imposed hiatus, Kahilu’s celebrated Youth Troupe returns to the stage for a special production for two performances only of the rock musical “Rent.”
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