News
HCC Hosts UH Pamantasan Conference
The Pamantasan Council angles for equality for Filipino students within the University of Hawai‘i.
Maunakea Traffic Enforcement Generates Substantial Revenue
Policing the TMT protest atop Maunakea has cost the State and County of Hawai‘i millions, but one law enforcement strategy is putting cash back government coffers.
Congress Moving Law on Deepfakes
On Friday, the US Senate passed bipartisan legislation that would direct DHS to conduct an annual study of deepfakes and similar content.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
UH Receives $2M to Study Cancer Risks of Environmental Toxins
Researchers will study how an individualʻs genetic makeup can affect their vulnerability to developing cancer and other diseases after exposure to environmental toxins.
Scheduled Lane & Road Closures: Oct. 26–Nov. 1
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather-permitting.
Bill Introduced to Expand Treatment for Eating Disorders in Military
The legislation would expand needed access to eating disorder treatment for thousands of Hawai‘i residents.
Thousands of Trees to be Given Away for 51st Arbor Day
Thousands of trees will be given away statewide as part of the 51st annual Hawai‘i Arbor Day celebration on Nov. 2.
Tilapia Invasion Could Impact Local Fishery
A new invasion of Nile tilapia in Hilo is raising concerns about importing potentially invasive species for commercial purposes.
Residents Raise Concerns Over Merged Police Districts
The merger of Hāmākua and North Hilo police districts has some residents concerned that it leaves the Laupāhoehoe station without a ranking officer.
Hilo Airport Conducts Emergency Response Drill
Officials held an emergency response drill at Hilo International Airport early Friday as part of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program.
HPD Officer Honored at Annual Awards Banquet on O’ahu
Hawai‘i Police Department Officer Alric Dalere was recognized at an event on O‘ahu for his efforts in resuscitating a small child in July.
HPP Couple Charged With Firearm and Ammunition Offenses
Hawaiʻi County Police have arrested and charged a Hawaiian Paradise Park couple with firearms offenses that occurred earlier this month.
Outstanding Warrants List as of Oct. 25
An outstanding warrants list has been released by Hawai’i County Police Department.
Vaping Devices Now Accepted During Drug Take-Back Day
The Drug Enforcement Administration will now accept vaping devices and cartridges at any of its drop off locations during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
Waikoloa Woman Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash
A 50-year-old Waikoloa woman died following a single-vehicle collision on Oct. 24 in Waikoloa Village on Ka-Uhiwai Street.
Weekend Lane Closures: Oct. 25-27
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has announced weekend lane closures starting today through Oct. 27.
Kahele Releases Statement On Gabbard’s Exit from Congressional Race
Sen. Kai Kahele released a statement regarding Gabbard’s announcement late Thursday night.
Volcano Watch: High Altitude Station Maintenance on Mauna Loa
The air is cool and thin at 10,000 feet. Our field crew of six from Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) keep warm unloading gear.
