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American Sign Language students connect with University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics to volunteer their time to sign the national anthem, cheerleader chants, university fight song and more during games.

Electric utility reported in 6 p.m. update Thursday, March 19, that about 99% of affected customers on Hawaiʻi Island, Oʻahu and in Maui County now have power; about 960 Big Island customers still remained without power.

This storm is not expected to be as severe as the powerful kona low that slammed into the island last weekend; however, be aware that areas that flooded during the first storm could flood faster with additional rainfall because of ground saturation.

Hawai‘i Police Department thanks the public for its patience while the situation was remedied.

“These bills reflect our committee’s priorities: making streets safer, improving enforcement and traffic safety and ensuring the well-being of our residents,” said House Transportation Committee Chairperson Rep. Darius Kila of Oʻahu in a state House release about the measures.

Hāmākua Energy will share its plans and provide a recap of the company’s activities in the past quarter during the virtual community information meeting.

Chuck Norris, the 86-year-old iconic film star and martial artist, was hospitalized in Kauaʻi for a medical emergency on March 18, sparking concerns among fans.

There will be a lull in rain on Friday, but it is expected to pick up on Saturday and could continue into Monday, according to a meteorologist from the National Weather Service.

The Waikōloa museum’s Island Science Lecture Series continues today, March 19, with Jessica Nagasako, who will share some recent science updates from the Mauna Kea observatory and answer the question, ‘How do we get that data?’

Have a good time this weekend and beyond; don’t let the weather weigh you down too much. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do for some good tunes, outdoor fun, entrepreneur wisdom, eco-art and more.

The state budget bill has moved from the House to the Senate, who will consider $1 million in funding going toward the Pololū Trailhead and Historic Trail Improvements Project.

Parker School’s Oscar Amos was selected as for the prestigious Coca-Cola Scholars Program, earning a $20,000 scholarship for leadership, service, and academics.

Hawai‘i Department of Education reports majority of instructional space at Konawaena requires professional cleaning and structural repairs following last weekend’s kona low; department continues damage assessments at campuses statewide.

31-year-old Shalton Estocado’s bail was maintained at $160,000 and he was ordered Wednesday, March 18, to appear March 30 for an appointment of counsel hearing; he faces 3 counts of second-degree theft, 3 counts of habitual property crime and 2 counts of third-degree promoting a dangerous drug.

Hawaiian Electric reports crews are working through hazardous and complex conditions to repair overhead and underground electrical infrastructure; more rain forecast later this week also could delay restoration efforts.

According to new research, fathers’ health is often under-recognized, but is crucial for pregnancy and infant development.

National Weather Service meteorologist Matt Foster said the next Kona low system will start developing Thursday afternoon on the Big Island with potential flooding by Thursday night.

The teenager was last seen wearing a black hoodie with white graphics, black and red plaid flannel pants, and white shoes.

The woman was initially reported missing and endangered, but has since been found safe.

The State of Hawai‘i Attorney General filed a felony charging complaint in 3rd Circuit Court in January against the two officers.