Hawai'i State News
Police renew request seeking whereabouts of Ocean View woman wanted on warrants
Justina Alves is described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, 125 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. She has a tattoo on her left neck area that reads “Ronald.”
Police investigate Kona drowning
The victim was participating in a guided diving tour offshore of the Kailua Pier when he became unresponsive.
Task force seizes large amount of illegal fireworks
Aerial fireworks have long been prohibited in Hawaiʻi because of the risk they pose in causing injuries or property damage.
Gov. Green names Mizuno to serve as next leader of homelessness team
John Mizuno will succeed James Koshiba, who laid the groundwork for Gov. Green’s campaign to reduce chronic homelessness and provide housing solutions for the disadvantaged.
Update: Flood Advisory canceled for North Kona, South Kohala
A Flood Advisory means minor flooding is imminent or occurring.
State of Hawaiʻi Issues $750M in general obligation bonds
In preparation for the bond sale, Gov. Green, Director of Finance Luis Salaveria, and other senior state officials met with bond rating agencies that included S&P Global Ratings, Moody’s Investors Service, and Fitch Ratings, to facilitate their review of the state’s credit quality.
Major land, cash gift for affordable housing in Waimea
One of the largest donations of its kind—282 acres for affordable housing.
Portions of Maunakea, including summit, now part of Hawai‘i Register of Historic Places
The lands, after any necessary revisions or edits to the nomination, will be forwarded by the state to the federal government to be considered for listing the lands on the National Register of Historic Places.
Dec. 21 free talk explores ‘Designing eviction mediation as a tool for violence reduction’
In this talk, participants will dive into dispute resolution solutions that can keep those involved in housing conflicts safe.
Update: Police locate suspect wanted in Waimea assault investigation
An elderly female reported David Manuel Clark grabbed her without permission.
Millions of dollars proposed for wildfire mitigation and response
The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) has primary responsibility for fire pre-suppression and firefighting on the one million acres of state land under its jurisdiction.
State announces $700M settlement in Google Play Store misconduct lawsuit
Google will pay $630 million in restitution, minus costs and fees, to consumers who made purchases on the Google Play Store between August 2016 and September of this year and were harmed by anti-competitive practices.
Young Brothers updates cargo availability as unfavorable ocean conditions continue
Because of the delayed arrival in Hilo, regularly scheduled Hilo to Honolulu sailing will now depart today and is estimated to arrive Wednesday in Honolulu. There are no changes to cargo acceptance or gate hours at the Port of Hilo.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and Hawaiʻi Electric Light Company seek comments on electrical transmission line relocation project
The project is considered Phase 3 of Hawaiʻi Electric Light Company’s efforts to upgrade and harden the 3400 Line, which spans from Puna to just outside the park’s boundary on the Kaʻū side.
School Based Health Centers expand coverage to Kalaniana’ole Elementary and Intermediate and Konawaena Middle and High School
The School Based Health Centers provide much needed services to families, including those with barriers to care: parents who are working multiple jobs, are underinsured or low income, families who speak English as a second language or for those who are newly arrived to this country.
Army Corps achieves response complete at Sector 15
“This is a tremendous milestone for the Hawai‘i Formerly Used Defense Site program, our partners and the community,” said Lt. Col. Ryan Pevey, commander USACE Honolulu District.
Hilo man arrested for child pornography violation
The complaint and affidavit allege that Kalana Limkin was identified as the founder of a group, “Cultist,” which focused on specific behaviors, such as promoting child pornography, child exploitation, sexual extortion, and trafficking and self harm of minors.
Hawai‘i County names interim administrator to newly created office
Bethany Morrison to lead Office of Climate, Sustainability, Equity and Resilience.
Gov. Green focuses on housing, healthcare, education, and recovery and resilience in budget proposal submitted to legislature
The Executive Supplemental Budget request adds $326 million in general funds to the operating budget to continue essential operations and support statewide priorities, and $890 million in general obligation bond funds for capital improvement projects statewide.
Gov. Green lowers flags to honor Sandra Day O’Connor
Retired Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States Sandra Day O’Connor died at 93 years old on Dec. 1.
