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VIDEO: Wildfire Burns Homes
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Sunday, July 29, 2018.
Bipartisan Resolution Urges Approval of Sea Treaty
Sens. Mazie K. Hirono and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) introduced a resolution calling on the Senate to ratify the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
EPA Report Documents Cleaner Air, Growing Economy
“Our Nation’s Air: Status and Trends Through 2017” documents the considerable improvements in air quality across America over more than 45 years.
Rep. Gabbard Introduces Marijuana Data Collection Act
The Brookings Institution recently published an article in support of Rep. Tulsi Gabbard’s bipartisan Marijuana Data Collection Act (HR 6495).
Mayor Kim Undergoes Outpatient Defribillator Procedure
Mayor Harry Kim underwent an outpatient procedure involving the insertion of a defibrillator as a precautionary measure at Hilo Medical Center this morning.
HPD Arrests 15 Motorists for DUI Violations, July 23–29
During the week of July 23, through July 29, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 15 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Rep. Hanabusa: 3-D Gun Printing Must Be Stopped
Rep. Hanabusa urged a bipartisan effort to stop the Trump Administration from allowing the proliferation of instructions for making guns with a 3-D printer.
Jury Questionnaires to Be Mailed Out for 2019
Beginning Aug. 6, 2018, approximately 235,000 juror questionnaires will be mailed to 70,000 on the Big Island.
Second Lava Lawsuit Filed Against Lloyd’s of London
Lloyd’s of London confirmed that this home was a “total loss,” yet denied the homeowners the benefits they for with thousands of dollars in premium payments.
6 PM: New Map Released
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PHOTOS: Lava Moving in Open Channel
The U.S. Geological Survey released these pictures of the East Rift Zone on Monday July 30, 2018.
Big Island Child Gets Wish Granted, Meets Mickey Mouse
Make-A-Wish Hawai‘i recently granted eleven-year-old Elijah of Papa‘aloa his wish to meet Mickey Mouse granted.
Flood Advisory Issued for Parts of the Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Hawai‘i in Hawai‘i County until 7 p.m.
Gov. Ige Opposes Attempt to Limit Women’s Healthcare Services
Gov. David Ige joined a group of other governors in opposing the Trump Administration’s proposed rule that would prohibit healthcare service providers who receive funding under Title X.
South Hilo Crime Report: July 20–26
HPD’s South Hilo Community Police responded to three burglaries, 6 vehicle thefts and seven vehicle break-ins in South Hilo over the seven-day period.
Highway 11 to Close Temporarily for Investigative Purposes
On Tuesday, July 31, from 12 noon through 1:30 p.m., Hawaiʻi Island police will be shutting down Highway 11.
Coast Guard Assists Sailboat Taking on Water off Big Island
The U.S. Coast Guard assisted a sailboat crew taking on water a mile off Kihono Bay, Sunday, July 29, 2018.
Funeral Services for Fallen Officer Kaliloa, Aug. 4
The Hawaiʻi Police Department reports the funeral service for fallen Officer Bronson Kaimana Kaliloa, killed in the line of duty on July 17.
Mayor Kim on National Public Radio Show
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim was on the National Public Radio’s “Here and Now” show on Monday, July 30 at 10 a.m.
VIDEO & PHOTOS: East Rift Zone, Pohoiki Hangs On
The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense released this video and photos taken of the East Rift Zone on Monday, July 30, 2018.
