News
Long-Term IDs for FAS Citizens Passes Senate
United States Senate unanimously passed legislation that would remove existing barriers that limit citizens of the Freely Associated States from accessing long-term REAL ID.
High Surf Advisory Issued for N & E Shores of Hawai‘i Island
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for north- and east-facing shores of Kona, Kohala, Hāmākua, Hilo, and Puna.
High Surf Advisory Issued for N-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for north-facing shores of Kona, Kohala, Hamakua, Hilo and Puna.
High Wind Advisory in Effect Through Dec. 11
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Wind Advisory at 3:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, which is in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday.
High Surf Warning Issued for Big Island
The National Weather Service reports a High Surf Warning for the north- and east-facing shores.
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures, Dec. 10–14
The State of Hawaiʻi DOT and the County of Hawaiʻi Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary lane closures through Friday, Dec. 14.
Rep. Gabbard Joins in Pearl Harbor Memorial Ceremony
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard joined approximately 40 World War II veterans and hundreds of service members, veterans, family members, and others at Pearl Harbor.
‘Hikianalia’ Expected to Come Home Next Week
‘Hikianalia’ and her crew are expected to arrive at the Marine Education and Training Center at Sand Island on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018.
Hearings on New Fees Proposed at Small Boat Harbors
BLNR voted on Friday, Dec. 7, 2018, to approve a proposal by the DLNR DOBOR to move forward with public hearings on new proposed fees at small boat harbors.
Kealakehe High School Student Arrested After Lockdown
Kona Patrol officers responded to a report of a possible weapons incident at Kealakehe High School which resulted in a school lockdown.
Parts of HVNP Closed Due to Breeding & Nesting Nēnē
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reports that the Pu‘u Pua‘i Overlook and parking lot are temporarily closed to protect breeding and nesting nēnē.
KS Takes Steps Toward Repositioning 3,000 Acres of Eucalyptus Forest
Kamehameha Schools is closer to selecting a new licensee to oversee operations and harvesting of 3,000 acres of forest on the Hāmākua Coast of Hawai‘i island.
Update on Scabies Outbreak at Kona Hospital
The hospital is continuing to admit and treat patients, and all outpatient services remain open.
Puna Kai Shopping Center Making Progress
Construction at the Puna Kai Shopping Center located in Pāhoa is in full swing.
Hirono Statement on Nomination of William Barr to Serve as AG
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released the following statement on the nomination of William Barr to serve as Attorney General.
Presidential Proclamation on National Pearl Harbor Day
President Donald Trump released the following proclamation in honor of National Pearl Harbor Day.
Gas Prices Drop; Hawai‘i Most Expensive State
The national gas price average has set a new record low for 2018 at $2.44 per gallon.
Hospital Temporarily Closes Patient Units to Visitors Due to Scabies Outbreak
Kona Community Hospital management has implemented additional procedures and protocols as part of their ongoing management of a scabies outbreak at the hospital.
Navy Extends Comment Period on Draft EA
The Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC) has extended the public comment period for the Naval Special Operations Training State of Hawai‘i Draft EA.
Federal Class Action Lawsuit Claims Unequal Treatment at High School
Two female student-athletes attending James Campbell High School (“Campbell”) filed a class action lawsuit in federal court against the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education.
