News
Gas Prices in Honolulu Drop From Last Week
Gasoline prices in Honolulu have fallen 10.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.27/g yesterday.
Coast Guard Assists 4 Waterway Users in 2 Rescues
Hawai‘i Coast Guard crews diverted from training exercises to conduct two separate rescues off Hawai‘i, Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018.
New Coast Guard Cutter Arrives in Hawai‘i
Officials welcomed U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball (WMSL 756) to Coast Guard Base Honolulu on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018.
6.5-M Quake in Tonga, No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i
The USGS reported that a 6.5-magnitude earthquake occurred in Tonga at 1:09 p.m.
No Scheduled Lane Closures, Dec. 22–28
There will be no lane closures from Dec. 22 to Dec. 28, due to the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation’s Holiday Lane Closure Restriction.
South Hilo Crime Report: Dec. 14–20
South Hilo Community Police responded to one burglary, three vehicle thefts and four vehicle break-ins over the seven-day period from Dec. 14 through 20.
REPORT: Hawai‘i is 2018’s Healthiest State
Obesity has reached an all-time high in the U.S., affecting more than 30% of adults.
Limited Services at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Due to Shutdown
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures.
Sen. Hirono Issues Statement on Government Shutdown
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono issued a statement on the partial government shutdown.
Rep. Hanabusa Issues Statement on Government Shutdown
Rep. Colleen Hanabusa issued a statement about the government shutdown that will occur at midnight on Friday, Dec. 21, 2018.
County Seeks Suggestions for Lands to Be Permanently Preserved
The County of Hawai‘i PONC is seeking suggestions from the public regarding lands that should be preserved because of cultural or historic significance.
Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Continues
The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division is encouraging the public to step up and support their Red Kettles at various businesses across Hawai‘i.
Payment Envelopes Stolen from HELCO Drop Box
Hawai‘i Electric Light Company is investigating the theft of envelopes from a payment drop box outside its main office at 1200 Kīlauea Ave. in Hilo.
Hawai‘i Dems Set Priorities for 2019 Legislative Session
The Democratic Party of Hawai‘i released its legislative priorities to Democratic legislators, in advance of the 2019 legislative session.
State Grants-in-Aid Applications Available
Qualified nonprofits and other organizations can now apply for State Grants-in-Aid (GIA) for the 2019 Legislative Session.
Visitor Restrictions Remain in Place at Kona Hospital
Infection prevention protocols, including visitor restrictions, remain in place at Kona Community Hospital as part of ongoing management of a scabies outbreak.
Hawai‘i State Piloting Language Translation App
The State of Hawai‘i Office of Enterprise Technology (ETS) is piloting a language translation application that converts content into 80 different languages.
Power Outage Affects Approximately 7,000 Customers
Hawai‘i Electric Light Company (HECO) has confirmed a power outage that hit East Hawai‘i residents on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018.
HPD Identifies Man Who Died in Collision
A North Kohala man passed away following a two-vehicle collision on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, in Kamuela on Kohala Mountain Road, (Highway 250), near the 4.5 mile marker.
Bill to Ensure Underpaid Vets are Reimbursed Heads to President
Congress is sending President Trump legislation to sign into law that would to ensure the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reimburses veterans.
