News
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Kicks Off at Capitol
More than 400 individuals with developmental disabilities, their family members, advocates and service providers from all islands will come together at the Hawai‘i State Capitol.
HFD Responds to Structure Fire in Pāhoa
The Hawai‘i Fire Department (HFD) responded to a structure fire on Cook Street in the Black Sand Beach Subdivision of Pāhoa on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019.
Hawai‘i Weekend Gas Watch: Prices Up
Hawai‘i gas prices increased up to four cents a gallon throughout the islands this past week, according to the AAA Hawai‘i Weekend Gas Watch.
FBI Arrests Passenger on Hawaiian Airlines Flight Headed for Korea
The FBI reported that on the evening of Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019, that it arrested an “unruly passenger” aboard Hawaiian Airlines Flight 459.
Senators Call On Trump to Abandon Plan to Form Anti-Science Panel
Sen. Brian Schatz led a group of 14 senators in calling on President Trump to abandon plans to form an internal group within the White House.
UPDATE: High Wind Warning Issued for Big Island Summits
The High Wind Warning is now in effect until Friday, March 1, at 6 a.m.
Rep. Gabbard Votes to Pass Bipartisan Background Checks on Gun Purchases
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard voted to pass the Bipartisan Background Checks Act (H.R. 8) on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019.
High Surf Advisory Issued for E-Facing Shores of Big Island
This is a High Surf Advisory for Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019, at 4:30 p.m.
HPD Arrests Kamuela Man for Burglary
The Hawai‘i Police Department has arrested and charged a 55-year-old Kamuela man with Burglary.
Judiciary Committee Votes to Decriminalize Adult Use of Cannabis
Hawai‘i’s House of Representatives’ Judiciary Committee voted to approve, HB1383, a progressive, thoughtful bill that decriminalizes adult use cannabis.
Southwest Airlines Gains Official Authorization for Hawai‘i Flights
The FAA officially authorized Southwest to conduct flights serving Hawai‘i, among other potential routes.
Winter Weather Advisory Cancelled for Big Island Summits
The Winter Weather Advisory for Big Island summits has been cancelled.
Two Big Island Residents Selected as Dole Caregiver Fellows
Ililani Foree of Kamuela and Lori Smith-Starnes of Waikoloa have been selected as military and veteran caregivers to represent the Elizabeth Dole Foundation.
UH STUDY: Maunakea Permafrost is Shrinking
Researchers found that there is less permafrost now than when it was first discovered 50 years ago.
WAM Sends Minimum Wage Bill to Senate
The state Legislature moved to raise Hawai‘i’s minimum wage to $15 by 2023.
Rep. Case Votes to Pass Historic Conservation Measure
U.S. Congressman Ed Case voted with a bipartisan majority in the U.S. House to pass what amounts to be the most important conservation effort approved by Congress in at least a decade.
STUDY: Farms Data Shows 60% Improvement in Diabetes Risk
Data collected shows promise that getting a community involved in preventing type 2 diabetes can reduce their disease risk.
Rep. Gabbard Votes to Protect Public Lands & Water
Rep. Gabbard voted to pass a public lands package that promotes conservation, outdoor recreation and historic preservation in Hawai‘i and across the country.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island from 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019, through Wednesday afternoon.
Bicameral Legislation to Expand Child Care & Early Learning Programs
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono and others reintroduced the Child Care for Working Families Act.
