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Native Hawaiian & African American Smokers Have High Risk of Lung Cancer
A study by the University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center shows Native Hawaiian and African American smokers have a higher risk of acquiring lung cancer.
UH Concerned About Skiing Incident on Maunakea
OMKM) said it has “deep concerns” about a recent social media video that shows three individuals skiing and snowboarding on Puʻu Poliʻahu on Maunakea.
HPD Charges Man for Numerous Thefts in Kailua-Kona
The Hawaiʻi Police Department has charged a 44-year-old Kona man with a variety of offenses.
Sen. Schatz Introduces ‘Census IDEA Act’
Sen. Brian Schatz introduced the Census Improving Data and Enhanced Accuracy (Census IDEA) Act.
HPD Warns About Email Scam
The Hawaiʻi Police Department would like to warn the public about an email scam that was recently reported.
HPD Seeking Two Men Wanted in Hilo Assault
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two men responsible for the beating of a 21-year-old man.
Southwest Airlines Completes First Validation Flight to Hawai‘i
The long wait is over and Southwest Airlines has begun testing flights to Hawai‘i.
Multiple Weather Hazards Expected Over the Weekend
The National Weather Service reports that a powerful low pressure system is expected to move toward the islands bringing multiple weather hazards.
Bill Advances in Support of New Boat Ramp for Puna
A state Senate committee advanced Senate Bill 472, on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019, in support of a new boat ramp for Puna.
HPA Appoints New Head of School
The Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy board of trustees has appointed Patrick J. Phillips as the 12th head of school, effective July 1, 2019.
Record Year for Albatross Population at Ka‘ena Point
Albatross numbers at Kaʻena Point Natural Area Reserve continue to climb to record highs after being protected in 2011 by a predator-proof fence.
Police Officer & Fire Fighter of the Year to be Honored
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaiʻi will honor the 20th Annual Police Officer & Fire Fighter of the Year on Monday, March 18, 2019.
UH Professor to Contribute Research on National Security Issues
Kristi Govella, assistant professor in the Asian Studies Program at UH Mānoa, has been selected as a 2019 Fellow with the National Asia Research Program.
UPDATE: Brush Fire Near 35 Mile Marker of Saddle Road
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department reports a brush fire near the 35 mile marker of the Daniel K Inouye Highway also known as Saddle Road.
Free Tax Preparation for Seniors & CCH Housing Clients
CCH is teaming up with two prominent nonprofit organizations, AARP and Goodwill, to provide tax assistance for Hawai‘i seniors and CCH housing clients.
Navy Successfully Tracks Ballistic Missile Target
The U.S. Navy’s AN/SPY-6(V)1 Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR) successfully tracked a ballistic missile target on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019.
HDOT Improves G Gates in Diamond Head Concourse at HNL
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) reports the improvements in the G gate area in Terminal 2 at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
Rep. Gabbard Welcomes Syrian Kurdish Leader as State of the Union Guest
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard welcomed Syrian Kurdish leader, Ilham Ahmed, the Co-President of the Syrian Democratic Council, as her guest to the State of the Union.
UPDATE: Missing Girl Located
Hawai’i Island Police are searching for a 14-year-old Keaʻau girl reported as missing.
HPD Arrests 16 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Jan. 28, through February 3, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 16 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
