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HPD Arrests 20 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Aug. 26 through Sept. 1, 2019, the Hawaiʻi Police Department (HPD) arrested 20 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Line Work Impacting Traffic on Ali‘i Drive
Traffic is moving slower than usual on Ali‘i Drive, as crews are conducting line work throughout the course of Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019.
Pro Athletes to Testify About Effects of Climate Change on Sports
“The Fight to Save Winter: Pro Athletes for Climate Action” will be held on Thursday, Sept. 12, at 5:30 a.m. HST.
Last Phase of Hawai‘i Tax System Modernization Project Completed
DOTAX will add cigarette/tobacco, fuel and liquor taxes to the new system, completing the configurations needed to administer all Hawaiʻi taxes.
FOUND: Roxanne Reeves, 16, Kailua-Kona
Hawaiʻi Island police have located 16-year-old Roxanne Reeves of Kailua-Kona, who was reported missing.
Hawaiian Homes Will Remove Structure Near Kipuka Pu‘u Huluhulu
“Following a posted Noticed To Vacate, DHHL will remove the structure as soon as resources become available.”
Massive Tree Planting Project Aims to Make Hawai‘i Carbon Neutral
Carbon Neutrality Challenge project aims to make Hawaiʻi the first carbon-neutral state in the US.
Senators Demand Answers Regarding Plans to Raid Military Projects to Fund ‘Trump’s Wall’
In their letter to DOD Secretary Mark Esper, senators underscored the harm that diverting funding would cause to military readiness and our national security.
Small Craft Advisory in Effect for Big Island Waters
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Small Craft Advisory, which is in effect until 6 p.m. Friday.
6 Big Island Red Cross Volunteers Deploy for Dorian
Seventeen Hawaii Red Cross volunteers are deployed to help residents in the path of Hurricane Dorian—six from the Big Island.
UPDATE: Poorly Organized Tropical Depression Still Far South of Hawai‘i
A small, well-defined low-pressure system quickly developed late yesterday and early this morning over the far western portion of the eastern North Pacific.
Cultural Practitioners File Maunakea Petition
Another petition has been filed with the Land Use Commission regarding development on Mauna Kea.
BBB Warns of Hurricane Dorian Scams
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Hawai‘i is warning of scammers who may try to capitalize on the destruction left by Hurricane Dorian.
HELCO Works to Restore Power After Eruption
HELCO is currently working to reconnect 28 customers residing east of the Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV) facility.
September Brown Bag Lunch Series Talk
Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center’s monthly free talk is set for Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019.
Missing: Kyle Brittain, 27, Hilo
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 27-year-old Kyle Brittain who is reported as missing.
STARS to Host Annual Remembrance Luncheon
STARS is a group of concerned people who’ve experienced the murder of a loved one. The group strives to make the grieving and healing processes more manageable.
US Army Corps of Engineers to Host Meeting
The US Army Corps of Engineers will provide an update on the Waiākea-Palai Stream Flood Control Study at a community meeting on Thursday.
NHCH Offers Stop the Bleed Campaign
North Hawai’i Community Hospital’s Trauma Team is offering a free class on Tuesday, Sept. 24, to teach life-saving steps during National Stop the Bleed Month.
Female Suspect Charged With Slew of Crimes
The Hawai‘i Police Department (HPD) has arrested and charged a Puna woman with a slew of crimes following a robbery in Honoka‘a on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019.
