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Senators Introduce Legislation to Fight Illegal Robocalls
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz, lead Democrat on the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet, introduced the Robocall Enforcement Enhancement Act of 2018.
Heavy Rainfall, Thunderstorms to Begin on Big Island
The National Weather Service forecasts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms for Hawai‘i Island starting tonight through Saturday.
Tanker Truck Fire Closes Hwy 19 in Laupahoehoe
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports Highway 19 near mile marker 25 in Laupahoehoe is closed in both directions due to a truck fire from an accident.
Community Groups Condemn Latest Spill of Cow Manure
Residents of ʻOʻōkala are outraged over the latest public report admitting spillage of approximately 300 gallons of cow manure from Big Island Dairy.
Reps. Gabbard & Hanabusa Address Destruction on Kaua‘i
Reps. Tulsi Gabbard and Colleen Hanabusa spoke on the House floor recognizing the victims of the severe flooding on Kaua‘i and in East Honolulu.
Conservationists Begin Study to Analyze Vocalizations of ‘Alalā
The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Resources reports that the eleven young ‘Alalā living in the Pu‘u Maka‘ala Natural Area Reserve on the Island of Hawai‘i continue to thrive.
Lawmakers Begin Negotiations on State Budget
The Hawai‘i House and Senate conferees began negotiations on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, on a final version of HB1900 HD1 SD1, the state budget bill.
Marine Mammal Center Advises Public on Knife-Wielding Monk Seal
If members of the public see Manuʻiwa in the wild, they are encouraged to call The Marine Mammal Center’s hotline (808) 987-0765 to report the sighting.
Gov. Ige Orders Tax Relief for Kaua‘i Residents Affected by Flooding
Gov. David Ige has directed the state Department of Taxation to provide relief for Kaua‘i residents affected by the devastating floods and landslides.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for State of Hawai‘i
he National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the entire state of Hawai‘i from Thursday morning, April 19, through Friday afternoon, April 20.
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Hawai‘i DOT Assesses Kaua‘i Flood Damage
HDOT crews from Kaua‘i, O‘ahu and Maui have accessed the areas via helicopter, boat and by hiking in and are assisting with the repairs and recovery.
UPDATE: Missing 5-Year-Old Found in Good Health
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports a missing five-year-old male child, described as 3-feet-5-inches tall with shoulder-length, sandy brown hair.
Glenwood Park Restrooms Closed Due to Theft and Vandalism
Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation is informing the public that the restroom facilities at Glenwood Park have been temporarily closed due to theft.
VIDEO: Monk Seal with Knife in Mouth
The DLNR reports that had it been something other than a sharp fishing knife perhaps the video below would have been endearing.
Kīlauea Volcano Showing Signs of Increased Activity
Kilauea Volcanic Activity Notice, April 17, 2018, 1:10 p.m.: Observations provide evidence that magma is accumulating at shallow depths beneath Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō.
Stranded Campers Airlifted Out of Remote Kaua‘i State Park
An estimated 25 people elected to be airlifted out of the Kalalau area of the Napali Coast State Wilderness Park on Kaua‘i on Monday, April 16, 2018.
HPD Arrests 26 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, April 9 to 15, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 26 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
HPD Identifies Man Swept Into Ocean Trying to Elude Capture
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has identified the fugitive who was swept into the ocean off the Puna coastline.
Grand Opening Slated for Central Bark Dog Park
All dogs and their owners are invited to the Hawai‘i Island Humane Society’s Central Bark Dog Park Grand Opening.
Big Island Meteorologist to Observe Satellite Launch
The European Space Agency has invited Hawai‘i Island resident Michael Phillips to attend a rocket launch event at ESA headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany.
