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Hilo High Robotics Team Advances to World Championships
Friends of Hawai‘i Robotics announces that Hilo High’s Robotics team will advance to the World Championships.
Hōkūleʻa to Spend Two Months on the Big Island
Hōkūleʻa departed Sand Island, Oʻahu, on Sunday, March 25, 2018, and is currently headed to Hawaiʻi Island to continue its Mahalo, Hawaiʻi Sail.
Big Island Chocolate Festival, April 28
The Big Island Chocolate Festival announces its seventh annual gala on Saturday, April 28, 2018, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Hapuna Beach Resort.
County Orders Hilo Farmers Market to Take Down Tents
Hawai‘i County has ordered Hilo Farmers Market to remove the tarps and the tents that have been its primary structures for over 33 years…
Hundreds Support March for Our Lives in Waimea
Amid rain and flash flood warnings, over 400 supporters joined the student-led march on Saturday, March 24, clad in rain gear, carrying signs and chanting.
Hōkūleʻa Mahalo Hawaii Sail to Visit Big Island
The world-famous Hōkūleʻa will come to Hawai‘i Island as part of the “Hōkūleʻa Mahalo Hawaii Sail” to present a free public event.
UPDATE 4: High Wind Warning Remains in Effect for Big Island Summits
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a Flood Advisory for the Big Island at 3:08 p.m. on Saturday, March 24 2018 until 6 p.m.
Free Cat Clinic – Hundreds ‘Fixed’
The Big Island of Hawai‘i has a huge feral cat problem and it will only get worse if nothing is done about it.
Puna District Crime Report: March 1–15, 2018
The HPD’s Puna Community Police responded to 17 burglaries, one robbery, seven vehicle thefts and one vehicle break-in between March 1 and 15.
Merriman’s Waimea Celebrates 30 Years of Hawaiʻi Regional Cuisine
Chef Merriman is considered the original “locavore;” his restaurants focus on locally grown foods that showcase the unique and varied flavors of the islands.
Senators Ask Supreme Court to Release Same-Day Audio of Hawai‘i vs Trump
The Supreme Court has been asked to make audio recordings of oral arguments in the Trump v. Hawai‘i case available immediately after arguments conclude on April 25.
Sen. Hirono Votes in Favor of Omnibus Spending Bill
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono issued a statement following her vote in favor of the Omnibus Spending Bill for FY2018.
Sen. Schatz: Federal Funding for Hawai‘i to Increase
The spending bill includes millions in new and increased funding for veterans’ healthcare, clean energy, and Native Hawaiian Eeducation and healthcare programs.
Senate Must OK $1.3T to Keep Government Running Through September
The U.S. House of Representatives voted today in favor of a $1.3 trillion spending bill to fund the federal government through Sept. 30, 2018.
Parents Pull Threatened Student from Big Island School
Parents of a Big Island elementary school student said another student threatened to kill their daughter; they feel the school is not doing enough to protect her.
Hawaiian & Japan Airlines to Begin Codeshare Ticket Sales
Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines began sales of their highly-anticipated codeshare flights for travel starting March 25, 2018.
Hawai‘i Teachers Honored During Education Week
The House of Representative recognized teachers from across the state for their contributions to education during Education Week at the State Capitol.
Sen. Schatz Leads Legislation to End Student Debt Crisis
The Debt-Free College Act would establish a state-federal partnership that provides a dollar-for-dollar federal match to state higher education appropriations.
VIDEO: High Surf Closures for Big Island
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning remains in effect for the shorelines of Kohala, Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna.
UPDATE: HPD Seeking ‘Armed and Dangerous’ Attempted Murder Suspect
The HPD is trying to locate a man who is wanted for a parole violation warrant and for questioning in connection with an attempted murder investigation in Puna.
