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Electric Buses Coming to Big Island
The move to replace fossil-fueled, combustion engine buses with cleaner, quieter, more efficient electric buses got a boost from Public Utilities Commission.
Multi-State Brief to Stop Rollback of Contraception Coverage Mandate
Hawai‘i Attorney General Clare E. Connors joined 22 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief on Monday, March 25, 2019.
Hawai‘i Dems Seeking Comment on 2020 Delegate Selection Plan
Hawai‘i Democrats are seeking public comment on an ambitious 2020 delegate selection plan.
IRS: Free Tax Help Available Online, On-Island
There are over 11,000 volunteer sites nationwide that free tax help is available or you can find free help online through IRS Free File.
UH Students Develop Promising Invention
Well-water monitoring could be transformed thanks to students at the UH Mānoa College of Engineering who have developed a small solar-powered device.
Kea‘au Man Wanted in Hawaiian Beaches Shooting Incident
A 31-year-old Keaʻau man is being sought for questioning in connection with an early morning shooting in Hawaiian Beaches.
HPD Continuing Search for Suspect in Kona Shooting Incident
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is continuing their search for the suspect in a Kona shooting incident.
Congresswoman Gabbard on Mueller Report Conclusion: Let’s Move Forward
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard released the following statement after reading Attorney General William Barr’s summary of special counsel Robert Mueller’s report.
HPD Arrests 17 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of March 18, 2019, through March 24, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island Police arrested 17 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Hawai‘i AG Joins Coalition in Filing Opening Brief in ‘Texas v. US’
Attorney General Clare E. Connors, joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general led by California Attorney General Becerra, in filing an opening brief in Texas v. U.S.
Sen. Schatz Announces Nominees for U.S. Service Academies
Sen. Brian Schatz reports the names of 42 students nominated to attend one of our nation’s service academies on Monday, March 25, 2019.
Glennwood Park Closed Indefinitely Due to Theft of Water Tank
Glenwood Park, located on Highway 11 near mile marker 15, will be closed indefinitely due to the theft of the park’s potable water storage tank.
State Conservation Enforcement Officers Being Recruited
The Hawai‘i DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement is beginning recruitment for Conservation & Resources Enforcement Officer (I) positions.
Supporters Rally at Capitol for Kupuna Caregivers Program
Dozens of kūpuna, their caregivers and other advocates united at the Hawai‘i State Capitol to voice their support for the Kupuna Caregivers Program.
Kamehameha Scholars Program Creates Pathway to College & Career
Kamehameha Schools recently launched the online application for its nationally acclaimed Kamehameha Scholars program.
State Warns of Unofficial Annual Business Report Solicitations
The state DCCA Business Registration Division (BREG) is once again warning local businesses and the public about unofficial solicitations being sent out.
Senators Call on DOJ to Protect Census Data
Sen. Brian Schatz led a group of 15 senators in calling on the DOJ to follow the law and protect the confidentiality of responses collected through the census.
STUDY: Parents With 5 or More Children May Face Higher Risk of Heart Disease
Parents who have five or more children may face a higher risk of heart disease than those who have only one or two.
HPD Searching for Pāhoa Man Wanted on Grand Jury Warrant
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating a 32-year-old Pāhoa man who is wanted on an outstanding Grand Jury Warrant.
Pāhoa Man Charged for Theft & Firearm Offenses
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports that a 43-year-old Pāhoa man was charged for theft and firearm offenses.
