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Sen. Schatz: Trump & Republicans Cutting Medicare & Medicaid
Sen. Brian Schatz warns that the Trump Administration and Republicans are proposing $1.5 trillion in cuts to Medicaid and $845 billion in cuts to Medicare.
SURVEILLANCE PHOTOS: 3 Suspected of Cell Phone Theft
The HPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying three men responsible for a theft of a cell phone on March 5 at the Pāhoa Subway restaurant.
HPD: 25 Wanted on Outstanding Warrants
As of Friday March 15, 2019, 25 individuals are wanted by the Hawai‘i Police Department because of outstanding warrants.
Annual Lava Tube, Torch of Light Awards Presented
The Torch of Light Award was presented to County Councilwoman Sue Lee Loy and the Lava Tube dishonor award went to the county Civil Defense Agency.
Hawai‘i Businesses Speak Out Against Proposed Minimum Wage Increase
Hawai‘i’s business community testified in opposition to a proposed minimum wage increase, HB1191 HD1, at a State Senate hearing on Thurday, March 14, 2019.
15 Evacuated During Kohala Inn Fire; $1M Damage
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a blaze at Kohala Inn in North Kohala on Wednesday, March 13, at around 11:23 p.m.
Leilani Residents Express Concern Over Lasting Health Impacts
Driving from Kalapana to Pāhoa, travelers will pass through the orange cones and clouds of fumes continuing to emanate from Fissure 8.
HPD Identifies Victim of 3-Vehicle Collision
A 75-year-old pedestrian died of injuries sustained after he was struck by a pickup truck following a three-vehicle collision.
5.5-M Quake Shakes Kīlauea Volcano’s South Flank
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake beneath Kīlauea Volcano’s south flank occurred on Wednesday, March 13, 2019, at 12:55 a.m., HST.
Big Island Advocates Ask Legislators to Support Living Wage
Advocates are asking legislators to enact a living wage that keeps up with the high cost of living in what is effectively the most expensive state in the nation.
Pedestrian Killed in 3-Vehicle Collision in Mountain View
A pedestrian has died of injuries sustained after he was struck by a pickup truck following a three-vehicle collision on March 12 in Mountain View.
Home Watch Services Now Available on Big Island
Big Island Property Monitoring LLC (Big Island PMC) now offers home watch services.
HPD Seeks Assistance in Locating Escapee Larry Kamali‘i
On March 1, 2019, at about 3:15 p.m., 36-year-old Larry Kamali‘i was seen escaping from the facility.
Boa Constrictor Found on O‘ahu
A five-foot-long boa constrictor was turned in to the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture on Saturday, March 9, 2019.
New Species Discovered in Lava Tubes
Lava tubes on different parts of Hawaiʻi Island harbor numerous species that are new to science.
CIP Funding Released for Kona Airport
Gov. David Ige has released the following Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funds improvements to the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Pele’s Wok Bistro & Bar
By combining the warmth of Hawaiian culture with the Chinese cultural passionate for food, Pele’s Wok is a welcome addition to the Hawaii Island dining scene.
Big Island Grown Dispensaries Grand Opening Set for March 9
Big Island Grown Dispensaries (B.I.G.), one of two medical cannabis companies on the Big Island, will open its Waimea location on Saturday, March 9.
Hilo Man Charged After Police Chase
A 32-year-old Hilo man is in custody following a motor vehicle chase on Thursday, March 7.
County Announces Short-Term Vehicle Disposal Assistance Program
This Vehicle Disposal Assistance Program aims to help registered vehicle owners legally and properly dispose of vehicles.
