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Electric Companies Observe Earth Day with Release of Sustainability Report
In honor of Earth Day 2018, Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawai‘i Electric Light released their 11th annual Sustainability Report for 2017-2018.
Flags to Continue to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Sen. Akaka
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai‘i state flag be continued to be flown at half-staff in honor of Sen. Daniel K. Akaka, until sunset on the day of his interment.
HPD Charges Kona Man for Burglary Spree
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has have charged a 19-year old Kona man with a variety of offenses after police determined that he was involved in several break-ins at businesses.
Hawai‘i Receives Over $84 Million from Tobacco Industry
Hawai‘i Attorney General Russell Suzuki announced that the State of Hawai‘i has received over $84 million as part of its arbitration settlement with the Tobacco Industry.
UPDATE: Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning Cancelled for Big Island
The National Weather Service Flood Watch continues for Hawai‘i Island through today.
Emergency Proclamation in Wake of East Honolulu Flooding
Gov. David Ige has signed a supplementary emergency proclamation declaring the City and County of Honolulu a disaster area after flooding caused heavy damage in East Honolulu.
Walmart to Host Free Health Screenings
Walmart announces it will be hosting free health screenings at all Hawai‘i locations on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
UPDATE: Earth Day Energy Summit 2018 Live Stream, April 20
Tune in to Elemental Excelerator’s livestream to hear from leaders in energy, transportation, education, and innovation from Hawaii and beyond.
Sen. Schatz Urges FEMA, SBA to Quickly Approve Aid Requests
Sen. Brian Schatz requested that the federal agencies stand ready to approve any forthcoming requests from the state.
Keaukaha Elementary Principal Semi-Finalist for Leadership Award
The Island Insurance Foundation presented a $2,000 cash award to and Principal Stacey Bello of Keaukaha Elementary.
Hawai‘i County to Bar Vendors from Roadways, Shoulders
Hawai’i County plans to enforce an ordinance that bars vendors from operating on county roadways and shoulders… focusing on those operating in the Kalapana area.
Ciguatera Fish Poisoning Cases Stem From Ulua Off NW Big Island Coast
The DOH recently identified several cases of ciguatera fish poisoning from ingestion of the giant trevally (ulua) caught off the NW coast of Hawai‘i Island.
Many Kaua‘i Parks Remain Closed
Numerous state parks on Kaua‘i will remain closed for assessment and repairs.
Scammers Pursue Profit From Kaua‘i Tragedy
Scammers may be looking at ways to benefit from the tragedy on Kaua‘i. Better Business Bureau Northwest + Pacific is urging donors to give thoughtfully.
HPD Warns of ‘Spoofing Scam’
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department wants to make the public aware of a “Spoofing Scam” currently being targeted on the island.
Structure Fire in Hilo
Hawai‘i Fire Department units dispatched to a possible brushfire on Hoaka Road in Hilo on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 10:17 p.m.
Condolence Book Available for Signing in Honor of Late Sen. Akaka
The Hawai‘i County Mayor’s Office invites the public to sign a condolence book to honor the late U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning for Big Island
More wet weather is coming to the Big Island. A Flood Watch is in effect as well as a Winter Storm Warming for the summits of Maunakea and Mauna Loa.
VIDEO: DLNR Conducts Aerial Assessment of Kaua‘i Flood Damage
A DLNR aerial assessment showed that Kaua‘i’s lands were left less impacted by last weekend’s flooding, while others were more devastated than originally thought.
UPDATE: Fatality Reported in Fuel Tractor-Trailer Crash
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports that one person died and another person was trapped and injured.
