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Big Island Police Scanner Log: Nov. 8–13
Incidents reported to the Hawai‘i Police Department were compiled from a digital scanner between Thursday and Tuesday, Nov. 8, and 13, 2018.
2nd Hawaii Hemp Conference Set for Dec. 1
Hawai‘i will celebrate its legal hemp harvest during the second annual gathering of the industry’s foremost experts at the Hawai‘i Hemp Conference on Dec. 1.
Visiting Scholar to Teach About Turkish Culture at HawCC
Turkey has been grabbing the headlines lately: the murder of a Saudi Arabian journalist in the Saudi embassy in Istanbul…
Gabbard Calls on Congress to End Support of Saudi Arabia’s War in Yemen
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018, spoke on the House floor, urging Members of Congress to vote against the Republican rule and bring H. Con. Res. 138 to the floor for a vote.
HPD Searching for Man Last Seen in Volcano Area
The Hawai’i Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Ryan Baker.
Man Sentenced for Assaulting Wife at Hawai‘i National Park
HAWAI‘I: Matthew Berckmann, 44, was sentenced to 41 months imprisonment for assault with a dangerous weapon and assault of his spouse by strangulation.
Bill to Preserve Hawai‘i WWII Sites Passes U.S. House
Bipartisan legislation cosponsored by Rep. Tulsi Gabbard to preserve the Honouliuli Internment Camp and Pearl Harbor in Hawai‘i unanimously passed.
Water Main Break Now Repaired
The Department of Water Supply (DWS) reports that repairs were completed at 3:30 p.m. to a water main break near Pāpaʻikou Gym.
Coast Guard Searches for Missing Free Diver
Coast Guard and Hawai‘i County Fire Department crews are searching for a missing free diver off Kohala on the Big Island, Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.
HPD Arrests 13 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday, Nov. 5, through Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 13 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Smart Yields & PREL Launch Crop Research Project
PREL is working with a Hawai‘i-based agriculture technology company Smart Yields to spearhead a first-of-its-kind crop research and education program.
Water Main Break Alert for Pāpa‘ikou Area
A water main break alert has been issued for the Pāpa‘ikou area on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018, at 11:30 a.m.
Revised Legislation Doubles Maximum Child Tax Credit
More families will be able to get more money under the newly revised Child Tax Credit, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
DOH to Hold Immunization Requirement Meetings
Public hearings will be held to gather public comments on the proposed amendments to the state’s immunization requirements.
Water Main Break Closes Kalaniana‘ole Schools
A water main break occurred near Papa’ikou Gym, the Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply reported.
UH Working to Increase Number of Degree Recipients
The UH system is participating in a new effort to increase college access, close achievement gaps and award hundreds of thousands more degrees by 2025.
Hawai‘i Gas Prices Remain Highest in Nation
Hawai‘i ($3.91) is the nation’s most expensive market, followed by California ($3.70), Washington ($3.47), Alaska ($3.35), Oregon ($3.29), Nevada ($3.26)…
Hawaiian Airlines Raises North America Bag Fees
The price to check first and second bags on Hawaiian Airlines flights between North America and Hawai‘i is rising by $5 to $30 and $40, respectively.
Fire Reported at Hilo Transfer Station
A fire has been reported in one of the chutes at the Hilo Transfer Station on Monday, Nov. 12, 2018, around 4:18 p.m.
Big Island Red Cross Volunteer Deploys to California Wildfires
Deadly wildfires are burning out of control in both northern and southern California, threatening entire communities and forcing over 300,000 people to evacuate.
