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Big Island Man Wanted for Questioning in Sexual Assault Investigation
The HPD is asking for the public’s help in locating 28-year-old Matthew Antonio Perry, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a sexual assault investigation.
Hawai‘i’s Economy ‘Positive But Slowing’
Hawai‘i’s economic growth rate will be lower than that of the nation, as well as lower than the average Hawai‘i economic growth rate of past 30 years at 1.8%.
CDC: Do NOT Eat Romaine Lettuce; Investigation Continues
The CDC is advising consumers to not eat any romaine lettuce, and retailers and restaurants not serve or sell any, until they learn more about the outbreak.
Councilmember Ruggles Places State on Notice
Councilmember Jen Ruggles released a letter on Nov. 20 that she had sent to Gov. Ige, every mayor and every county taxation department in the State of Hawai‘i.
Big Island High Schoolers Experience ‘Real World’
Students received new identities and were sent off to experience a simulated “real world” at HFS Federal Credit Union’ Reality Fair.
Mayor Kim to Undergo Procedure for Artery Blockage
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim will undergo surgery on Friday at Straub Medical Center in Honolulu to clear a blockage in an artery in his lower extremities.
Hilo Trade Fair to Showcase Junior Achievers Over Black Friday Weekend
Students from East Hawai‘i high schools will test their sales skills and showcase their products during the upcoming Junior Achievement Trade Fair.
REPORT: Holiday Shopping Tips
Black Friday shopping is one of America’s most treasured holiday traditions.
Coalition Files Amicus Brief Opposing Ban on Openly Carrying Firearms
The Hawaii Firearms Coalition filed an amicus brief in opposition to a rehearing of Young VS Hawaii by the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Judge Denies Lloyd’s of London Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit
Third Circuit Judge Henry Nakamoto entered an order denying a motion to dismiss brought by Lloyd’s of London.
REPORT: Priced Out of Paradise
The vacation rental industry has grown leaps and bounds with the growth of online home-sharing platforms such as Airbnb, Flipkey and Homeaway.
Richard Ha Retires From Cannabis Company
Richard Ha, CEO of Lau Ola LLC, a medical cannabis provider, announced his retirement effective Monday, Nov. 19, 2018.
Hawai‘i Island Scheduled Lane Closures: Nov. 19–23
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation and Hawai‘i County have scheduled lane closures between Monday and Friday, Nov. 19 to 23, 2018.
LETTER: Locals Demand Entrance Fee to Green Sands
In a menacing manner, some local Hawaiians near South Point said we were required to pay a $20 fee for entrance to Green Sands.
West Hawai‘i Offers Thanksgiving Dinner Options
Too tired for Turkey Day? Then try one of these Thanksgiving dinner options in West Hawai‘i.
Kīlauea Activity Update: Nov. 15, 2018
Kīlauea is not erupting. Low rates of seismicity, deformation, and gas release have not changed significantly over the past week.
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Adapts to Recent Changes
Like other displaced Hawaiʻi residents, HVO staff continue to adapt and remain flexible in transient and challenging times.
Little Fire Ants Found in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park officials have detected the presence of the first known populations of Little Fire Ants in the park.
Big Island Police Scanner Log: Nov. 8–13
Incidents reported to the Hawai‘i Police Department were compiled from a digital scanner between Thursday and Tuesday, Nov. 8, and 13, 2018.
2nd Hawaii Hemp Conference Set for Dec. 1
Hawai‘i will celebrate its legal hemp harvest during the second annual gathering of the industry’s foremost experts at the Hawai‘i Hemp Conference on Dec. 1.
