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HPD Arrests 23 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Dec. 3, through 9, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 23 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Vehicle-Pedestrian Accident Victim Identified
Hawaiʻi Island Police have identified the man who died from injuries sustained in a vehicle-pedestrian accident on Wednesday evening, Dec. 5 in Kailua-Kona.
Hawai‘i Attorney to Discuss Lloyd’s Lawsuits
The attorney will discuss the bad faith related to those who have received payments, claims not yet paid and objectionable damage assessments/estimates.
Rep. Gabbard Advocates for Better Veteran Support
At a press conference, Rep. Gabbard underscored the urgent need to serve the nation’s veterans and provide the benefits and care they’ve earned and deserve.
Japanese Fishing Boat Owner Charged With Smuggling Shark Fins
The owner and officers of a Japanese-flagged fishing vessel were charged with aiding and abetting the trafficking and smuggling of 962 shark fins.
Bill Passed to Prioritize Macadamia Tree Research
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono has included her Macadamia Tree Health Initiative in the 2018 Farm Bill Conference Report.
‘Hikianalia’ Returns to Hawaiian Islands
After sailing using traditional navigation, without the aid of modern instruments, the crew of “Hikianalia” spotted northern Oʻahu just after sunrise this morning.
Rare Cow Born on Big Island
A rare Lakenvelder dairy cow was born on the Big Island of Hawai‘i on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018.
UPDATE: Hostage Incident in Fern Acres Ends
Approximately 12 officers responded to the report of a possible hostage situation in Fern Acres on the morning of Dec. 11, 2018.
Rep. Gabbard Recognizes 50th Anniversary of Special Olympics Hawai‘i
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard spoke on the House floor in recognition of the 50th year anniversary of Special Olympics Hawai‘i on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018.
UPDATE: Woman Dies as Result of Officer-Involved Shooting
An officer-involved shooting on Tuesday morning just after 8 a.m. resulted in the death of a woman on Kahakai Boulevard in Hawaiian Beaches.
Ballistic Missile Target Intercepted in Test Off Kaua‘i
The Missile Defense Agency and US Navy sailors successfully intercepted an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile target during an operational test off Kauaʻi.
Bill Introduced to Ensure Vet Reimbursements
Legislators introduced a bipartisan bill to ensure the VA reimburses veterans for missed or underpaid Forever GI Bill housing benefits.
Work Continues on Māmalahoa Highway
A 24-hour, single-lane restriction is scheduled to address surface repairs on Māmalahoa Highway at Mile Marker 29.3.
Wind Advisory in Effect for Hawaiian Islands
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a Wind Advisory for the Hawaiian Islands, in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018.
No Tsunami Threat From 7.3-M Sandwich Island Quake
The USGS reported that a 7.3-magnitude earthquake occurred in the South Sandwich Islands Region on Dec. 10, 2018, at 4:27 p.m. HST.
Gov. Ige Hosting WGA Conference in Kona
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige is hosting the Western Governors’ Association’s (WGA) Winter Meeting in Kona.
VIDEO: Gov. Ige’s Keynote Address on Invasive Species
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige gave a keynote address on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at the Western Governors’ Biosecurity and Invasive Species Initiative.
REPORT: ‘Evicted in Hawai‘i: Lives Hanging in the Balance’
Lawyers for Equal Justice (LEJ) has published a report entitled “Evicted in Hawai‘i: Lives Hanging in the Balance,” which summarizes the findings of a recent study on evictions in Hawai‘i.
EPA & USDA Looking to Reduce Excess Nutrients in Waterways
EPA and USDA issued a letter to state co-regulators that encourages efforts to reduce excess nutrients in waterways.
