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Bill to Provide Stronger Protections for Flood-Prone Communities
The Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act would provide stronger protections for flood-prone communities.
Improvements to Volcano Road Aim to Increase Safety
The Green T-Intersection involves physically separating the Volcano Road’s northbound turning lanes from the through traffic by use of raised curbs with delineators.
Kua O Ka Lā Charter School: From Surviving to Thriving
One year ago, on July 11, 2018, the lava from Kīlauea eruption, crept along the Puna coast and consumed Kua O Ka Lā New Century Public Charter School.
HPD Seeks Witnesses to Manuka State Park Shooting Incident
Hawaiʻi Island police are seeking witnesses who were at Manuka State Wayside Park during a shooting incident involving a Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park ranger.
TMT Construction to Begin July 15; Expect Road Closures
Gov. David Ige announced that construction is set to begin on the Thirty Meter Telescope the week of July 15.
Hawai‘i Capitol to Host Lights for Liberty to End Human Detention Camps
The Lights for Liberty O‘ahu vigil is being held in solidarity with hundreds of nationwide events to protest the inhumane treatment of children and migrants at border detention camps.
2019 Graduating Seniors Selected as Aloha ʻĀina Leaders
For 2019, 16 youth were selected by their school leaders to represent the best of Aloha ʻĀina leadership in their school community.
6th Case Rat Lungworm Disease Confirmed in Hawai‘i Island Visitor
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed a case of rat lungworm disease in an adult visitor to Hawai‘i Island.
DLNR Seeks Partners for Wildfire Mitigation, Landscape Restoration
The DLNR, DOFAW is issuing an RFI seeking partners and innovative projects for two US Forest Service competitive natural resource grant programs.
DLNR: Fire Season in Hawai‘i is Now Year-Round
While Hawai‘i‘s wild fire statistics are unlikely to reach California’s levels… Hawai‘i is no different than much larger states.
DFPH: ‘Veto Ensures Continuation of One of US’s Worst Forfeiture Laws’
“… due process of law has been turned on its head to facilitate revenue streams that stand outside of any meaningful oversight.”
Senators Ask Native Leaders for Input on Climate Crisis
The senators on the Indian Affairs Committee and/or the Special Committee on the Climate Crisis are seeking a response to questions by Sept. 13, 2019.
Hilo Crime Report: June 2019
The Hawai‘i Police Department’s Hilo Community Police section responded to 10 vehicle thefts, six burglaries and six vehicle break-ins in June 2019.
Gov. Ige Vetoes 18 Measures; 2 Will Become Law Without His Signature
Gov. David Ige notified legislative leaders and key lawmakers on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, that he will veto 18 of 20 bills on his Intent to Veto list.
Rep. San Buenaventura Comments on Veto of Forfeiture Bill
Rep. Joy A. San Buenaventura (Puna) released a statement on the veto of House Bill 748 by Gov. David Ige on July 8, 2019.
Flood Advisory Issued for Parts of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the Island of Hawai‘i until 5 p.m.
West Hawai‘i Organics & 3 Greenwaste Sites Remain Closed Due to Fire
The West Hawaiʻi Organics Facility, along with the greenwaste sites at the Kealakehe, Waimea and Keʻei Transfer Stations, are closed today, July 9, 2019.
Waimea Town Meeting to Explore ‘Game-Changers’
The July 11 meeting will explore two game-changing opportunities: hydrogen-powered buses for Hawai‘i County and a hardened emergency shelter for North Hawai‘i.
HPD Arrests 21 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of July 1 through 7, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 21 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
High Surf Advisory in Effect for Big Island Shores
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning for east-facing shores of Hawai‘i Island has been downgraded to a High Surf Advisory.
