SPECIAL COVERAGE 
HPD Arrests 16 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of April 22, 2019, through April 28, 2019, the Hawai‘i Police Department arrested 16 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
DPFH Recognizes Legislature’s Passage of Cannabis Decriminalization Bill
The Hawai’i State Legislature sent HB1383 HD2 SD1 CD1, decriminalizing a small amount of cannabis, to Gov. David Ige for his signature on Tuesday, April 30, 2019.
Big Island Gas Prices Up Slightly
The average price for regular gas in Hilo is $3.708 for regular, up slightly from last week’s price of $3.680.
Legislation Introduced to Raise Smoking, Vaping Age to 21
Sens. Brian Schatz, Todd Young (R-Ind.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and Mitt Romney (R-Utah) introduced the Tobacco to 21 Act.
Senators Call to Investigate AG Barr’s Handling of Mueller Report
Senators urge Michael Horowitz and Corey Amundson to investigate AG William Barr’s conduct while handling Special Counsel Mueller’s investigation and report.
MISSING: Maycee Ahsui-Mendoza, 14, Kea‘au
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Maycee Ahsui-Mendoza.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park May Flight Plans Set
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park has scheduled flight plans for May 2019.
UPDATE: Small Craft Advisory Cancelled
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Small Craft Advisory for SE Big Island waters.
Dog Chasing Mongoose Falls From Honoli‘i Cliff
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a special service rescue at the cliffs fronting the southern end of Kahoa Street in Hilo.
Bills Support Growth of Zero-Emission Industry
The Legislature is paving the way for the state to take its first major steps toward implementing a strong clean transportation policy.
Stabbing Suspect Charged With 1st Degree Murder & Other Offenses
HPD reports that on Friday, April 26, 2019, at about 3:40 p.m., Kaʻū patrol officers responded to a reported stabbing at Whittington Beach Park in Nāʻālehu.
Former Gov. Ariyoshi Inducted Into Aloha Order of Merit
Former Gov. George Ariyoshi received one of the state’s highest honors when he was inducted into the Hawai‘i State Aloha Order of Merit.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Cancelled for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the Island of Hawaii until 6 p.m.
REPORT: Senior Citizens in Hawai‘i Rank 3rd for Highest Debt
Experian has just released a new study that takes a look at debt and credit for senior citizens in the United States.
UPDATE: Repairs Have Been Completed to Water Main Breaks
The Department of Water Supply reports two water outages due to water main breaks, one in North Kohala and one in the Papā‘ikou area of North Hilo.
Senators Introduce Bill to Expand Healthcare for Veterans in Pacific Region
Sens. Brian Schatz and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) introduced the Compacts of Free Association Veterans Review Act on Monday, April 29, 2019.
UH Hilo Transferring Management of NHERC to HawCC
Officials are looking to transfer management of the North Hawai‘i Education and Research Center (NHERC) in Honoka‘a from UH Hilo to HawCC.
Tabios Recognized as 2019 CDC Childhood Immunization Champion
DOH and the HIC congratulate medical assistant, Isabelleza Kris Tabios, for receiving the 2019 Childhood Immunization Champion Award.
42 Seniors to Receive Scholarships From HLTA
Forty-two seniors from public high schools across the Hawaiian Islands will each receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Water Main Breaks Near Pāpa‘ikou Post Office
Pāpaʻikou customers may experience no water or low water pressure while DWS personnel repair a water main break near the Pāpaʻikou Post Office.
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