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South Hilo Crime Report: April 6–19, 2018
South Hilo Community Police responded to five burglaries, eight vehicle thefts and 10 vehicle break-ins over the 14-day period between April 6 and 19.
Hāmākua Coast Crime Report: March 2018
Hāmākua Coast Community Police responded to one burglary, eight thefts, two drug-related incidents, one assault, one vehicle theft and four criminal property damage incidents.
Hazardous Weather Message Issued for Big Island
The County of Hawai‘i released the following Civil Defense hazardous weather message for Friday, April 27, 2018, at 1 p.m.
Emergency Funds Approved for Free Kaua‘i Shuttle
(HTA) board of directors on Thursday, April 26, 2018, approved emergency funding of $180,000 to support a free shuttle service…
Mayor Kim Feeling Much Better, Undergoing Tests
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim, who was medevaced to O‘ahu after feeling chest pains on Thursday, is feeling much better.
Traffic Signal Work on Kuakini Highway
The county will be conducting repairs on the controller cabinet for the traffic signals at the Sea View Circle and Kuakini Highway Intersection.
Wildfire Summit to Be Held in Kamuela
The men and women charged with the responsibility of preventing, fighting and managing the state’s wildfires will gather on Hawai‘i Island on May 2.
Committee Passes Hilo Economic Revitalization Bill
Hawai‘i State House and Senate conference committee approved S.B. 3058 S.D. 2 H.D. 2 C.D. 1 (S.B. 3058), which establishes the Hilo Community Economic District.
Missing Hāmākua Woman Located in Good Condition
Hawaiʻi Island police report that Julie Kobayashi, who was reported as missing, has been located in good condition.
Highway 130 Contraflow Trial Begins Monday
The HDOT announces that the contraflow trial on Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road (Highway 130) from Kaloli Drive to Shower Drive will begin at 6 a.m., Monday, April 30.
HPD Names ‘Officer of the Month’ for March
The Hawai‘i Police Department announces that the Aloha Exchange Club has honored Officer Daniel Tam as the March “Officer of the Month.”
Hilo Girl, 16, Reported Missing
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 16-year-old Hilo girl who was reported missing.
Hawai‘i Supreme Court Holds Oral Argument on Big Island
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court heard oral argument at Kealakehe High School on Thursday, April 26, 2018, as part of the Judiciary’s Courts in the Community outreach program.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Special Counsel
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono issued a following statement after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved bipartisan legislation to protect the Special Counsel.
UPDATE: Mayor Kim in Stable Condition, Weighing Options
Mayor Harry Kim has been medevaced to The Queens Medical Center as a precautionary measure after experiencing chest pains early Thursday.
‘USS Preble’ to Return to Pearl Harbor
The TRCSG deployment is an example of the Navy’s routine presence in waters around the globe, displaying commitment to stability, regional cooperation and economic prosperity for all nations.
Renowned Vet to Speak About Rat Lungworm Disease in Animals
UHH invites the public to a talk by a renowned veterinarian from Australia who will speak about how knowledge about animals contracting rat lungworm disease.
HDOT to Hold Meetings on Transportation Improvement Program
The Hawai‘i DOT will hold meetings to discuss and solicit comments on the Draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2019-2022 (+2).
Bill to Make Credit Freezes Free Passes Legislature
AARP Hawai‘i applauds the passage of House Bill 2342, which eliminates the fee for freezing and thawing credit reports, one of the best ways for consumers to protect themselves from identity theft.
Water Quality Continues to Improve at Kaua‘i Beaches
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is continuing to test and evaluate the water quality along the island’s coastlines.
