News
Argosy Students Urged to Take Necessary Steps to Continue Education
DCCA is encouraging current and former Argosy Hawai‘i students to obtain their academic and financial records from the institution as soon as possible.
High Surf Warning Issued for N- & E-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning for a large north and east swell continues for Hawai‘i Island on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.
Sen. Hirono Stresses Continued Federal Disaster Resources for Hawai‘i
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono highlighted the importance of continued disaster relief for Hawai‘i.
DOH Confirms 2 More Cases of Rat Lungworm Disease
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) reports two more cases of rat lungworm disease (angiostrongyliasis) contracted on Hawai‘i Island.
UPDATE: Both Lanes of Akoni Pule Highway Open
Both lanes of Akoni Pule Highway (Route 270) are now open.
MISSING: Anthony Souza, 17, Hilo
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Anthony Souza ,who was reported as missing.
High Surf Advisory, Winter Storm Warning Remain in Effect
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning for north- and east-facing shores remains in effect.
Honokaʻa to Kukuihaele Water Restriction Cancelled
The water restriction for Honokaʻa, Haina, Pāʻauhau, Āhualoa, Kapulena, Kalōpā, Pōhākea Mauka and Kukuihaele has been cancelled.
HPD Arrests 25 Motorists for DUI Violations
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the week of Feb. 4 through 10, 2019.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Journalist’s Arrest
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement on the arrest of journalist Maria Ressa in the Philippines.
HPD Follows New Leads for Unsolved 1997 Homicide
Detectives continue to follow up newly developed leads in the murder of Sean Burgado, whose body was found in his residence on Mala‘ai Road in upper Waiākea Uka on May 21, 1997.
MISSING: Kerryann Duarte, 14, Kailua-Kona
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Kerryann Duarte.
MISSING: Allanie Duarte, 12, Kailua-Kona
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 12-year-old Allanie Duarte.
Legislators Reintroduce Bill Allowing VA to Prescribe Medical Marijuana
Legislators reintroduced legislation to allow VA doctors to prescribe medical marijuana to veterans in states that have established medical marijuana programs.
Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i Island, in effect until 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.
Rep. San Buenaventura to Host Kīlauea Recovery Update
Rep. Joy A. San Buenaventura will host a lava disaster recovery panel discussion on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Pāhoa Community Center.
High Surf Warning & Advisory Issued
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for a large Northeast swell to impact Hawai‘i Island from ‘Upolu Point to Cape Kumukahi.
Military Training at PTA Continues
Marine Corps and Air Force units home-based on O‘ahu, are continuing to conduct numerous types of training at Pōhakuloa Training Area (PTA).
Hilo Doctor Linked to Big Island Drug Ring
A federal grand jury has indicted former Honolulu prosecutor Katherine Kealoha and her brother, a Big Island doctor, on drug distribution charges.
Sen. Hirono Secures Important Hawai‘i Priorities
Sen. Hirono successfully secured important Hawai‘i priorities in the Natural Resources Management Act that passed the Senate today on a 92-8 vote.
