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HPD Arrests 9 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Oct. 8, through Oct. 14, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested nine motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Caregivers Honored at 3rd Annual Kupuna Malama Awards
‘Ohana Health Plan (‘Ohana), honored 26 adult caregivers for outstanding dedication and member service at the company’s 3rd annual Kūpuna Malama Awards.
Blood Bank of Hawai‘i November ‘Drives’
Blood donors are needed on the Island of Hawai‘i this November.
HPD Charges Man in Connection With Hilo Stabbing
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has charged a 21-year-old Hilo man in connection with a stabbing that occurred at a home on Leilani Street in Hilo.
Hanabusa Urges President to Attend Asia Summits
Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa and nine of her colleagues sent a letter to the White House.
Drought Monitor: Mostly Normal Conditions, Drought Eliminated
On Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, the U.S. Drought Monitor showed mostly normal conditions for the entire state.
HPD Searching for Woman Wanted on Warrants
The Hawaiʻi Police Department and Area II Special Enforcement Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 28-year-old Hokuokekai Alohilani Santiago.
HPD Seeking Man Wanted on Outstanding Warrants
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department is seeking a man wanted on outstanding warrants.
NCHV Awards Hirono
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono was chosen by the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) to receive its 2018 Meritorious Service Award.
Hawai‘i Mumps Outbreak Declared Over
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has stated declared the the statewide mumps outbreak is now over.
Healthcare Organizations Need to Prepare for ‘Our Care, Our Choice Act’
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) is telling healthcare organizations statewide to prepare for the Jan. 1, 2019, effective date of the “Our Care, Our Choice Act.”
HPD Searching for 16-Year-Old Girl
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Carmen Nozaki who is missing.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.8-M Loyalty Island Quake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports a 6.8 earthquake occurred southeast of the Loyalty Islands.
Teachers, Parents to Hold Walk-In Protests Across State
Frustrated by the lack of money available for Hawai‘i’s schools, some parents are joining teachers in a walk-in across the state before classes on Tuesday.
HPD Investigating Hilo Stabbing
Big Island Police are investigating a stabbing reported to have occurred at a home on Leilani Street in Hilo on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, at approximately 6:45 p.m.
3 Charged With 59 Offenses Related to Drugs & Credit Cards
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department has charged a Hilo man and two Hilo women with 59 offenses in connection with drugs and fraudulent credit cards.
HPD Searching for Possible Mail Thief
HPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying someone who is possibly removing mail from mailboxes during the evening to early morning hours.
HPD Searching for Missing 14-Year-Old Hilo Boy
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is searching for a 14-year-old Hilo boy, who was reported missing.
Sen. Hirono Applauds Social Security Cost of Living Increase
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that beneficiaries will receive a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase for 2019, the highest increase since 2012.
Surgeons First in Honolulu to Implant iStent Inject
Ophthalmological surgeons Tyrie Jenkins, M.D. and Jeffrey Peterson, M.D., Ph.D. of Jenkins Eye Care were the first in Honolulu to implant iStent inject.
