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Libraries to Observe Presidents’ Day Holiday
In observance of Presidents’ Day, all public libraries and library support offices will be closed Feb. 16, through 18, 2019.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Hawai‘i Island
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Hawai‘i Island on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019, at 11:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP: How to Manage Wildfire Threats
A coalition of professionals dealing with wildfire threats and impacts will engage in a facilitated conversation about hazard reduction priorities and projects.
Legislation Reintroduced to Create Public Healthcare Option
The State Public Option Act would create a Medicaid-based public healthcare option to strengthen the Affordable Care Act.
Lawmakers Urge Support for Paid Family & Medical Leave
The FAMILY Act would ensure that every worker can take up to 12 weeks of paid leave for a pregnancy or the birth or adoption of a child…
Thunderstorms, Flash Flood Watch, High Surf Warning, Winter Storm Warning…
A Kona low will move over the state today producing slow moving heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms across the island chain.
Partial Lane Closure of Hawai‘i Belt Road in Kalopa Extended
The partial lane closure of Hawai‘i Belt Road in Kalopa between mile marker 38 and 39 will continue overnight and through Thursday, Feb. 14.
Rep. Gabbard Votes to End Support for Saudi Arabia’s Genocidal War in Yemen
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard voted to pass a historic resolution to end unconstitutional U.S. involvement in Saudi Arabia’s genocidal war in Yemen.
Argosy Students Urged to Take Necessary Steps to Continue Education
DCCA is encouraging current and former Argosy Hawai‘i students to obtain their academic and financial records from the institution as soon as possible.
High Surf Warning Issued for N- & E-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning for a large north and east swell continues for Hawai‘i Island on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.
Sen. Hirono Stresses Continued Federal Disaster Resources for Hawai‘i
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono highlighted the importance of continued disaster relief for Hawai‘i.
DOH Confirms 2 More Cases of Rat Lungworm Disease
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) reports two more cases of rat lungworm disease (angiostrongyliasis) contracted on Hawai‘i Island.
UPDATE: Both Lanes of Akoni Pule Highway Open
Both lanes of Akoni Pule Highway (Route 270) are now open.
MISSING: Anthony Souza, 17, Hilo
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Anthony Souza ,who was reported as missing.
High Surf Advisory, Winter Storm Warning Remain in Effect
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning for north- and east-facing shores remains in effect.
Honokaʻa to Kukuihaele Water Restriction Cancelled
The water restriction for Honokaʻa, Haina, Pāʻauhau, Āhualoa, Kapulena, Kalōpā, Pōhākea Mauka and Kukuihaele has been cancelled.
HPD Arrests 25 Motorists for DUI Violations
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the week of Feb. 4 through 10, 2019.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Journalist’s Arrest
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement on the arrest of journalist Maria Ressa in the Philippines.
HPD Follows New Leads for Unsolved 1997 Homicide
Detectives continue to follow up newly developed leads in the murder of Sean Burgado, whose body was found in his residence on Mala‘ai Road in upper Waiākea Uka on May 21, 1997.
MISSING: Kerryann Duarte, 14, Kailua-Kona
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Kerryann Duarte.
