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Artificial Intelligence in Government Act Reintroduced
Sens. Brian Schatz, Cory Gardner (R-Colo.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), and Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) reintroduced the Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Government Act.
HPD Arrests Pāhala Man Wanted on No-Bail Warrant
Hawaiʻi Island Police located a 38-year-old Pāhala man who was wanted on a no-bail warrant of arrest.
Input Sought on Next Decade of Hawai‘i Education
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking feedback on the first draft of a 2030 Promise Plan.
HPD Investigating Puna Shooting Incident
The Hawai‘i Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on 40th Avenue between Pikake Street and Oliana Street in Kea‘au on, Tuesday, May 7, 2019.
Gov. Ige to Sign New EIS Rules on July 30
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige has set July 30, 2019 as the date he will sign the new rules for the state Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process.
10 UH Hilo Students Awarded Study Abroad Summer Scholarship
Ten University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo students were awarded the Transatlantic Mobility Scholarship to participate in the 2019 summer program.
HPD Collaborates on Pāhoa Beautification Project
Malama O Puna, in conjunction with community members, and the Hawaiʻi Police Department conducted a beautification project on the Pāhoa roundabout.
Beds for Mental Health & Substance Abuse Care Being Developed
The Hawai‘i DOH and Wahiawa General Hospital (WGH) have partnered to provide short-term mental health “stabilization” beds in a hospital setting.
HPD Arrests 21 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of April 29, 2019, through May 5, 2019, Hawai`i Island police arrested 21 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Deceased Halawa Correctional Facility Employee Identified
Honolulu police have opened an unattended death investigation.
Big Island Gas Prices Up Slightly
The average price for regular gas in Hilo is $3.720 for regular, up slightly from last week’s price of $3.708.
Bills Introduced to Expand Access to Education to Those With Criminals Records
Sen. Brian Schatz introduced two bills to expand access to education for Americans with criminals records, whether they are in prison or applying to go back to school.
Senators Introduce Legislation for Unwanted Robocall Protection
The bill would help end illegal robocalls in America.
UPDATE: Puna District Crime Report: April 2019
Hawai‘i Police Department Puna Community Police responded to 12 assaults, 24 burglaries,48 thefts and eight vehicle break-ins in the Puna District in April.
Staff Member Found Dead at State Correctional Facility
The Department of Public Safety released the following statement regarding the report of a staff member being found dead within Halawa Correctional Facility.
ROAD CLOSURE: Commemorating King Kamehameha’s Passing, May 8
A procession of chanters and Hawaiian royal societies will walk in the early morning hours of Wednesday, May 8, 2019, along Ali‘i Drive.
HPD Celebrating Police Week Festivities, May 13–17
Police Week is a nationally recognized week of activities in support of police work and in recognition of officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty.
Community Invited to Provide Input on Hawai‘i DOE’s Next 10 Years
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) reports that it is seeking feedback on the first draft of a 2030 Promise Plan.
No Tsunami Threat From 7.1-M Papua New Guinea Quake
AN EARTHQUAKE HAS OCCURRED WITH THESE PRELIMINARY PARAMETERS:
HPD Charges Glenwood Man Following Police Pursuit
The Hawai‘i Police Department has charged a 42-year-old Glenwood man for several offenses following a police pursuit, late Friday evening, May 3, 2019.
