News
UH Mānoa Named Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is one of 12 institutions included on the list of U.S. colleges and universities that produced the most Fulbright U.S.
Mayor Kim Interviewed by Hawai‘i Public Radio
Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim was interviewed by Catherine Cruz on Hawai’i Public Radio on Tuesday, Feb. 12.
Spot the International Space Station
Hawai‘i residents can spot the International Space Station tonight, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, (depending on clouds).
Legislation Passes That Will Bring More Federal Dollars to Hawai‘i
Sen. Brian Schatz voted to pass public lands legislation that would bring more federal funding to Hawai‘i and protect historic sites in the state on Tuesday.
Gov. Ige Extends Statewide Emergency Proclamation for Homelessness
Gov. David Ige issued a supplementary emergency proclamation that extends the disaster emergency relief period for homelessness.
Will Hawai‘i Law Change Allow Doggie Dinner Dates?
HB 681 would allow restaurant owners or managers to make their restaurants dog-friendly at their discretion, provided that certain conditions are met.
Puna District Crime Report: January 2019
The Hawai‘i Police Department’s Puna Community Police responded to 16 assaults, 26 burglaries and 50 thefts in the Puna District in January 2019.
EMERGENCY WATER RESTRICTION: Honokaʻa to Kukuihaele
The Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply issued an Emergency Water Restriction update on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019, at 9 a.m.
Hirono, Senate Democrats Introduce National Monument Protection Legislation
Congress’ Democrats reintroduced legislation to improve protections for national monuments to counter the “attacks on public lands” by the Trump Administration.
Hawai‘i Belt Road Partial Lane Closure in Kalopa Set for Feb. 12
Hawaii Electric Light reports a partial lane closure of Hawai‘i Belt Road in Kalopa between mile marker 38 and 39 will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019.
Parker Speech & Debate Team Wins Trophy in Washington
Parker School’s speech and debate team recently traveled to Washington State to compete in the well-known Thomas S. Foley Memorial Tournament.
Hawaii Electric Light Power Restoration Update
Hawaii Electric Light crews are working to restore electric service to customers impacted by last weekend’s winter storm.
Civil Defense Seeking Reports of Damage Caused by Storm
Hawai‘i County Civil Defense is seeking reports of damage caused by this recent winter storm incident.
County Seeking to Fill Vacancies on Boards & Commissions
The County of Hawai‘i is seeking applicants to fill vacancies on various boards and commissions.
National Weather Service Maintains Warnings & Advisories
The National Weather Service maintains the High Surf Warning for North and East facing shores.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island
The National Weather Service reports that a Wind Advisory is in effect for the Kailua-Kona area of the Big Island on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019, until 6 p.m.
HPD Charges Puna Man With Terroristic Threatening
The Hawai‘i Police Department has charged a Puna man following a reported threat that occurred at a residence in Hawaiian Acres at the beginning of February.
Emergency Water Restriction Issued for Pa‘auilo Area
Customers should restrict water usage to health and safety needs only (drinking, cooking, and hygiene purposes only).
State Begins Cleaning Up After Weekend Storm
Maintenance workers with the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) began the process of cleaning up from the weekend’s powerful winter storm.
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to Hear Arguments at UH Law School
Hearings on several cases, including an appeal by William Turner of his conviction for interfering with a flight attendant, are scheduled to be argued Tuesday morning.
