News
Partnership to Encourage Women to Explore Careers in Cybersecurity
Gov. David Y. Ige reported the state’s participation in the Girls Go CyberStart Initiative on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019.
Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Declaration of Emergency
Hawai‘i Attorney General Clare E. Connor, joined a lawsuit led by California Attorney General Xavier Becerra filed in the U.S. District Court.
Resolution Introduced to Fund More Police in Puna District
Hawai‘i County Councilmember Matt Kaneali‘i-Kleinfelder has introduced a resolution urging the county administration to increase funding for more police in the Puna District.
Coast Guard Responds to Busy Holiday Weekend
The Coast Guard responded to several cases in the Hawaiian Islands, American Samoa and Guam over Presidents’ Day weekend.
HVNP Reopens 2 Trails & Mauna Loa Road
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reports that two trails have reopened after being closed last year.
HPD Arrests 32 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Feb. 11, 2019, through Feb. 17, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 32 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
MISSING: David Nerger, 18, Kailua-Kona
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is searching for a 18-year-old Kailua-Kona resident who was reported as a missing person.
Hilo Man Charged With Robbery, Assault & Other Offenses
The Hawai‘i Police Department has charged a 33-year-old Hilo man for assaulting his former girlfriend at her residence in Hilo.
Pāhoa Man Charged With Multiple Financial Crimes
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports that detectives have charged a 24-year-old Pāhoa man with multiple financial crimes following his arrest earlier last week.
Gov. Ige Appoints Asuncion to PUC
Gov. David Ige has appointed Leo R. Asuncion, Jr. to the Public Utilities Commission.
Man Fatally Shot at State Capitol After Struggle
Honolulu Police say that a 28-year-old man who was killed in an officer-involved shooting at the state Capitol on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, around 8:20 p.m.
Mayor Kim Discusses His Vision for Maunakea on Nā Leo TV
Hawai‘i County Mayor recently sat down with Nā Leo TV to discuss his vision for Maunakea on the show Aupuni Connections.
Court Interpreters Needed on Hawai‘i Island
The Hawai‘i State Judiciary is seeking individuals who speak English and another language, as well as certified sign language interpreters to become court interpreters.
Osprey Activities Set for Pōhakuloa Training Area
U.S. Marine Corps units home-based on O‘ahu are scheduled to conduct MV-22 Osprey aviation training at the Pōhakuloa Training Area.
Non-Attorney Applicants Sought for Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Board
Non-attorney applicants are being sought to fill a vacancy on the Trust Fund Board of the Hawai‘i Supreme Court’s Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection (LFCP).
Hawai‘i Democratic Party Chair Comments on Trump’s Emergency Announcement
“President Trump’s declaration is a dangerous decision to circumvent Congress and disregard the checks and balances critical to our democratic system.”
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures Through Feb. 22
Temporary lane closures are scheduled for Feb. 16 to 22, 2019.
LOCATED: Justylynn Alconcel-Tobosa, 16, Hilo
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 16-year-old Hilo teen who was reported missing.
IRS: Feb. 19 Busiest Day for Tax Calls
Those who need to call can avoid the rush by waiting a day or two or by using online options to get their tax questions answered quickly.
Free Advance Health Care Presentation Offered Feb. 22
If you would you like to learn how to ensure your medical wishes are known, Community First invites you to attend a free presentation in Hilo on Friday, Feb. 22.
