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MISSING: Kiana Genda, 15, North Kohala
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing juvenile from North Kohala.
UPDATE 2: Hurricane Alvin Weakening Rapidly
Alvin is moving toward the NW near 15 mph and a gradual turn toward the WNW with a decrease in forward speed is expected over the next couple of days.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.5-M Mariana Islands Quake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) reports an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 has occurred at approximately 5:52 AM in the vicinity of Mariana Islands.
Victim of Single-Vehicle Hāmākua Crash Identified
The Hawai‘i Police Department has identified the female victim in this morning’s (June 27) single-vehicle traffic crash on Highway 19 near the 48-mile marker in the Hāmākua District.
Hawai‘i Community College Student Support Bills Become Law
State lawmakers passed two bills last session, appropriating more than $2.3 million in state funds to help young people achieve a college education.
Gov. Ige Signs Energy, Sustainability, Gender Identification, Ag Bills
Gov. David Ige signed energy, sustainability, gender identification and agriculture bills during signing ceremonies on June 26, 2019.
Flight Attendants Protest Slow Contract Negotiations With Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines flight attendants demonstrated at HNL to protest protracted negotiations with Hawaiian Airlines management for a new contract.
Unidentified Woman Dies, 4 More Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash
An unidentified female has died from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle crash when the vehicle she was riding in ran off the road and overturned.
UPDATE: Alvin Becomes First Hurricane of Season
Alvin is not expected to maintain this intensity for very long.
Sen. Schatz Supports Supreme Court Decision on Census Question
Sen. Schatz led over 30 current and former members of Congress on an amicus brief to the Supreme Court supporting the lawsuit to stop the question from being added.
Kahoali‘i-Heath Taken Into Custody in Attempted Murder Investigation
Big Island police have located a suspect wanted for questioning in an attempted murder investigation.
Hawai‘i Governor Signs Multiple Bills Into Law
Gov. David Ige signed a series of bills into law, ranging from kupuna care, homelessness and mental health, traffic safety, elections and health.
Gov. Signs New Hawai‘i Highway Safety Measures
Gov. David Ige signs bills to form a red light running committee, clarify pedestrian right-of-way, and adopt Vision Zero.
Institute for Justice: ‘Gov. Ige Preserves Policing for Profit’
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige announced that he intends to veto HB 748, a bill that would substantially reform the state’s civil forfeiture laws.
Sen. Schatz Calls for Investigation of Treatment of Migrant Children
Sen. Brian Schatz led a group of senators in calling for the federal government to investigate federal contractors in charge of migrant children…
Hawaiʻi County Launches Kīlauea Eruption Recovery Website
A dedicated website to support long-term recovery from the 2018 Kīlauea eruption on the Big Island is now live.
North Kohala Domestic Violence Incident Under Investigation
The Hawai‘i Police Department arrested Darius Keala Riveira, 42-years-old, of Hawi, for Reckless Endangering 1, Terroristic Threatening 1 and Abuse of a Household Member-Felony.
UPDATE 2: Alvin Continues to Slowly Strengthen
A gradual turn to the WNW is expected on Thursday and this motion is expected to continue through Saturday.
Skateboarder in Critical Condition After Being Struck by Vehicle
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department arrived on the scene of a vehicle-pedestrian accident on Highway 11 in Kea’au, approximately at the 10 mile marker, at 7:25 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25.
Dillingham Airfield Reopens After Plane Crash
Dillingham Airfield reopened on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at 7 a.m.
