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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.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Finding Hilo Teen
Hawai‘i County Police are searching for a 17-year-old Hilo teen reported as missing.
HPD Renews Request for Help Finding Missing Man
Hawaiʻi County Police Department is renewing its request for the public’s help in locating 30-year-old Tyler Gorloff, who was reported as missing.
HPD Seeks Escaped Convict
The suspect was last seen at the Hale Nani correctional facility on Oct. 1 at about 10 a.m.
Five Sure-Fire Hawaii Potluck Dish Winners
Big Island folks, the holidays are coming — and so are the office potlucks.
Highway 132 Expected to Open in November
Highway 132 is expected to open in November after it was inundated with lava during the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.
Help the Hungry through Annual ‘Check-Out Hunger’ Program
Grocery stores around the state are gearing up for the annual “Check-Out Hunger” program from Hawai‘i Foodbank.
Local Red Cross Nurses to Assist in California Wildfire
Two Hawai‘i Island Red Cross nurses are being deployed today to assist in wildfires burning out of control in both northern and Southern California.
Hilo Park to Close for Maintenance
Kuhio Kalaniana‘ole Park in Hilo will be temporarily closed from Oct. 30 to Nov. 29 for clearing and maintenance of overgrown foliage, bushes, tall weeds and non-native trees near the shoreline.
House Passes Gabbard’s Bill Addressing Nursing Needs
The House passed the Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) and Rep. Dave Joyce (OH-14).
Bleached: Coral Damage in 2019 Compared to 2015
Summer of 2019 brought with it a bleaching event thought to rival the catastrophic consequences of four years ago when Hawai‘i lost more than half its live corals.
