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HPD Charges Man in Connection With Hilo Robbery
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has charged a 21-year-old Hilo man in connection with a robbery that occurred on Haili Street in Hilo.
Autopsy Determines Cause of Death of 6-Year-Old
On Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, an autopsy was performed on the six-year-old who died on, Oct. 31, in Kona.
Resurfacing Work on Māmalahoa Highway
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works Highway Maintenance Division will start resurfacing work on Māmalahoa Highway (Highway11).
Hawai‘i House Leadership & Chairs Announced
House Speaker Scott K. Saiki announced the Representatives who will be part of the House leadership and the committee chair assignments for the Thirtieth Legislature.
MADD Kicks Off Annual ‘Tie One On For Safety’ Campaign
MADD Hawai‘i urges adults to plan ahead and designate a non-drinking driver, especially as drunk driving deaths typically spike over the holidays.
Sen. Hirono Issues Statement on AG Sessions Resignation
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions resigned on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 at the request of President Trump.
STUDY: Shifting Hurricane Tracks Increase Hawai‘i’s Flood Risks
The northward shift of hurricanes toward the Hawaiian Islands will increase the chance of landfall and pose severe flood risks to population and infrastructure.
Gas Prices Drop in Every State But Hawai‘i
Motorists in every state but Hawai‘i are paying as much as a nickel less to fill up.
Dirt Bikers Missing on Stainback Hwy
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a report of two young dirt bikers missing on Stainback Highway on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2018, at 7:02 p.m.
About 5,500 Experience Power Loss After Plant Trips Offline
Hawai‘i Electric Light reports that customers in various areas of Hawai‘i Island experienced a power interruption this afternoon.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Island of Hawai‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the Island of Hawai‘i until 8:45 p.m..
Flood Advisory Issued for Island of Hawai‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the Island of Hawai‘i until 8:15 p.m.
Gov. Ige Proclaims Nov. 20 ‘Transgender Day of Remembrance’
On Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018, at the State Capitol, Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige and Lt. Gov. Douglas Chin proclaimed Nov. 20, 2018, as the “Transgender Day of Remembrance.”
2018 Hawai‘i General Election Results
The 2018 Hawai‘i General Election Results will be posted after the polls close at 6 p.m.
HPD Arrests 18 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Oct. 29, through Nov. 4, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 18, motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
UPDATE: Missing Man Last Seen at ‘Āina Festival Found in Good Condition
Hawai‘i Island police have reported that Kawai Griego was located and found in good condition.
HPD Searching for Man Wanted in Hilo Robbery
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 21-year-old Hilo man wanted in connection with a robbery.
DCCA Seeking Applicants for State Boards
DCCA is looking for dedicated and qualified volunteers to fill current and upcoming vacancies on boards, commissions and committees across the state.
PTA Convoy & Training Advisory for November 2018
Military units from O‘ahu (U.S. Marines) are scheduled to complete training in the first week of November and then to redeploy their equipment back to O‘ahu from Kawaihae Harbor.
Waipi‘o Valley Road Closures for Maintenance
The County of Hawai‘i Public Works Highways Division will be closing Waipi‘o Valley Road on four Tuesdays, for road and tree maintenance, beginning Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.
