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Board of Regents to Vote on New Rules for Maunakea Lands
The University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents will make a decision today on new administrative rules for Maunakea lands.
Councilman Urges HPD ‘Pull Back’ on Maunakea Patrols
During the Hawaii County Finance Committee update on Maunakea spending Tuesday, District 5 Councilman Matt Kanealiʻi-Kleinfelder urged HPD Chief Paul Ferreira to pull back patrols on Maunakea.
Kurt Suzuki Wears MAGA Hat and Flashes Two Fist Shaka, Gets Bear Hug From President
Maui’s Kurt Suzuki made national headlines Monday when he was introduced by President Trump during a recognition event at the White House for the members of the World Series Championship team.
Elderly Man Dies After Falling Down Lava Tube
A 71-year-old man has died after falling into a lava tube on his Poki Place property Monday in Hilo.
Fencing Stolen From Puna Park
On Nov. 4, park caretakers discovered that over 100 feet of fencing and top rail was stolen from the baseball field.
Two Big Island Areas Short on October Rain
Rainfall totals for 2019 through the end of October were near to above average at most of the rain gauges on the Big Island.
Kona Sanctuary Offers Home, Rehab to Exotic Animals
The Three Ring Exotic Ranch Animal Sanctuary recently welcomed six new faces to its grounds, offering further proof to the adage that good things come in pairs.
HFD Rescues Man Who Fell Down Obscured Shaft
The victim’s condition was unknown as of 2:30 p.m. Monday.
Hawaiian Kingdom Independence Day Celebration
ʻAha Kānaka Moku o Keawe is hosting a free and public educational seminar in celebration of Lā Kūʻokoʻa, the Hawaiian Kingdom Independence Day.
Officer Recognized for Work on Burglary Investigation in S. Kohala
Hawai‘i County Police Officer Joshua Pa was recognized as officer of the quarter by the Hawaii Island Security and Safety Professionals Association.
O‘ahu Rep Calls for Investigation in NYC Policy Sending Homeless to Hawai‘i
An O’ahu lawmaker sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General William P. Barr asking that his agency investigate New York City’s policy of sending homeless citizens to other states across the nation.
Volcano Watch: Why 2018 Lava is Still Hot
As roads are recut into Kīlauea’s 2018 lava flow field, many have been surprised at how hot the lava remains under the surface, even though it is solidified.
3 Burglaries, 1 Theft Reported in Ka‘ū This Past Week
According to a Facebook post by Ka‘ū Police, burglaries in the Ocean View area have increased and some of the incidents occurred during the day.
Honoka‘a Woman Indicted in Connection to Foster Child’s Death
A Honoka‘a woman was indicted in the death of toddler who had been placed in her care by the state.
Regents to Consider Maunakea Management Rules Draft
The UH Board of Regents will consider the draft rules for adoption on Nov. 6 at its regular meeting set for 9:30 a.m. in the UH Hilo Performing Arts Center.
HPD Nabs Four Female Suspects in Drug Bust
The Hawai‘i Police Department has arrested four women in Kona after a drug investigation.
HPD Issues 454 Additional Traffic Citations on Maunakea
The additional citations are for the weeklong period of Oct. 24 to date.
HPD Asks for Help to Identify Sexual Assault Suspect
The incident involves an adult female that occurred on June 15 in the area of Banyan Drive, Hilo.
HPD to Hire New Officers
HPD will soon be filling the vacancies and is looking for qualified people with a desire to serve the Big Island community.
