Hawai'i State News
My Body, My Data Act to protect reproductive, sexual health data lead by Hirono
The My Body, My Data Act is legislation to create a new national standard to protect reproductive and sexual health data.
‘Aloha Always Wins’ children’s program, book fights bullying in over 300 Hawai‘i schools
The “Choose Aloha” Program teaches keiki to choose love, not hate, bullying, self-harm or suicidal ideation.
Hawai‘i transportation department shows uptick in rider-involved fatalities
Of the 33 fatalities, 22 of the riders were not properly licensed. Preliminary toxicology results reveal that 18 of the riders tested positive for alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both.
Hirono, others call for review of JROTC following sexual abuse, misconduct reports
“The more than 500,000 students participating in JROTC programs across the country should be safe and protected in their programs,” said Senator Mazie K. Hirono.
Micro-grant program for small-scale agriculture in Hawai‘i opens
A total of $2 million is available for this year’s program which was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the 2018 Farm Bill.
University of Hawai‘i to develop climate-resilient, food innovation network
UH received a $1 million, 24-month award as part of the first-ever U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines Development Awards.
Looking good: Hawaiʻi State Sheriffs receive national best-dressed law enforcement award
The State of Hawaiʻi Sheriff Division was named the winner of the 2023 best-dressed public safety award for “Police & Sheriff – Sheriff” by the Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors.
Tipster provides photos of couple with dog too close to endangered Hawaiian monk seal
An anonymous tipster provided the Hawai’i State Department of Land and Natural Resources with photographs taken last week that show a couple posing and their dog too close to a Hawaiian monk seal on a beach within the Ka‘ena Point State Park in Honolulu County.
University of Hawai‘i Law School ranks among nation’s top programs
The William Richardson Law School earned its high marks in environmental law and part-time law programs.
Four fishermen cited for illegally entering Lanaʻi seabird sanctuary at Shark Fin Rock
The Hawaiʻi State Division of Conservation and Resources officers cited four Maui fishermen on Friday for illegally entering into the Moku Naio Islet Seabird Sanctuary (Shark Fin Rock) off the coast of Lānaʻi.
Big Island’s Lowen helps pass Hawai‘i energy efficiency policies
HB 192, introduced by Rep. Nicole Lowen, transitions the state from selling fluorescent light bulbs to more efficient LED bulbs beginning in January 2025.
Congressman Case receives Small Business Council of America award
The Small Business Council of America is a national, non-profit organization representing 100,000 privately held and family-owned businesses.
Schatz, Rounds reintroduce bill protecting veterans’ education benefits
The bipartisan legislation would improve veterans’ access to information about higher education and allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to restore benefits that veterans use at schools subject to civil enforcement.
Native Hawaiian farmers meet with Schatz to discuss Farm Bill priorities
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, commonly known as the Farm Bill, modifies several Department of Agriculture programs.
Hāna Highway on Maui closed at Alelele Point near Kīpahulu in wake of recent rockfall
Due to safety issues in the wake of recent rockfall, the County of Maui will close Hāna Highway from Alelele Bridge to Lelekea Bridge near Kīpahulu in East Maui beginning tonight, May 10.
Federal Public Health Emergency ends today for COVID-19, but disease has not disappeared
The federal Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 will end on May 11, 2023, but the disease has not disappeared and people should remain vigilant.
NOAA wants Big Island input on proposed national marine sanctuary – today
The public meeting at Mokupāpapa Discovery Center at 76 Kamehameha Avenue is scheduled to run from 5 to 7 p.m.
2023 marks 75 years of Foodland Super Market
Customers will find limited-edition Foodland 75th anniversary products, anniversary-only poke selections and special offerings in the company’s delis and bakeries.
7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Tonga; no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi
At 6:02 a.m. on Wednesday, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the Tonga Islands at a depth of 132 miles; there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i.
Sustainability partners, participants sought by Kupu ʻĀina Corps
Kupu is seeking host sites and participants to work in sustainability-focused sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate adaptation.
