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Mauna Loa Gets Some Snow
Mauna Loa as seen from the Volcano House in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on Thursday, April 11, 2019
Demand for Electric Vehicles Outpacing Charging Infrastructure
Survey data released indicates that the current limited charging infrastructure is holding back the cultural transition away from internal combustion engines.
Data Shows Increase in Number of Farms, But Lower Market Value
The U.S. Department of Agriculture released its 2017 Census of Agriculture on Thursday, April 11, 2019.
Rep. Gabbard: Assange Arrest Sets Dangerous Precedent
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard issued the following statement in response to the arrest of Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange in London by British police.
Senators Introduce Legislation to Close Digital Equity Gap
Sens. Mazie K. Hirono, Patty Murray, and other U.S. Senate colleagues introduced legislation to close the digital gap facing communities across the country.
VIDEO: Sen. Schatz ‘We Must Do More To Fight Illegal Robocalls’
Sen. Brian Schatz led a hearing on Thursday, April 11, 2019, to review the actions the federal government can take to stop illegal robocalls.
Legislation Introduced to Provide Federal Workers With Paid Family Leave
Sen. Brian Schatz introduced the Federal Employees Paid Leave Act on Thursday, April 11, 2019.
UPDATE: HFD Respond to Propane Leak in Shipman Industrial Park
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports a propane tank leak occurred in the Shipman Industrial Park area on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 11:45 a.m.
Merrie Monarch: Participating Hālau, Judges, Schedule
The week-long Merrie Monarch Festival will return this spring with a lineup of stellar hula performances from April 21 to 27, 2019.
UPDATE 8: Flash Flood Watch Remains Active
A Flash Flood Watch, Flash Flood Advisory High Surf Advisory are in effect for the Big Island.
HPD Warning Public About Calls Soliciting Funds
The Hawai‘i Police Department wants to warn the public of a scam involving an anonymous caller soliciting funds for the department.
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
HDOT is working to educate Hawai‘i’s roadway users about the dangers of distracted driving.
HVNP Closing Steam Vents Parking Lot for Little Fire Ant Treatment
The Steam Vents parking lot in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will be closed Monday, April 15, 2019, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Big Island & Maui
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Maui and the Big Island.
High Surf Advisory Issued
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory, which is in effect from 6 a.m. Thursday, April 11, 2019, to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 13.
Legislature Passes Juvenile Justice Reform Bills
Hawai‘i lawmakers passed bills to protect children’s constitutional rights when in police custody and to limit long sentences for minors.
Bias Against Micronesians in Hawai‘i Explored in UH Social Work Research
Micronesian people in the State of Hawaiʻi frequently face bias and discrimination from people they work with.
Reps Introduce Veterans Member Business Loan Act
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard and Congressmen Vicente Gonzalez, Don Young and Paul Cook have together introduced the bipartisan Veterans Member Business Loan Act.
Rep. Gabbard Votes to Reinstate Net Neutrality
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard voted to pass H.R.1644, the Save the Internet Act on Wednesday, April 10, 2019.
Congressman Case Praises Astronomers Who Captured Image of Black Hole
Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) gave the following speech on the floor of the U.S. House on Wednesday, April 10, 2019
