News
8 AM: Portion of Highway 190 Remains Closed
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports the brush fire near Waikoloa continues to burn and has been kept behind the fire break away from Waikoloa Village.
4 PM: No Highway Damage From Collapse Event
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PHOTOS: Fissure 8 Lava Channel, Pohoiki
The U.S. Geological Survey released these photos of the East Rift Zone on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018.
Rep. Gabbard Attends Ceremony Honoring Return of Servicemen Remains
In response to North Korea returning the remains of dozens of servicemen who were sacrificed in the Korean War to U.S. soil today, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard released the statement below.
Sen. Hirono Calls for Passage of Bill to Assist Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange
In a Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee hearing held on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono called for the passage of the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act.
Volcano Meeting Regarding Highway, Evacuation Planning
The County of Hawai’i will hold an informational meeting in Volcano Village on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. at Cooper Center
Congress Passes Hirono Measure to Close Domestic Violence Gun Loophole
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono’s Military Domestic Violence Reporting Enhancement Act, which would close a dangerous loophole in the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
Memorial Service for Fallen Officer Will Be Broadcast Live
The Hawaiʻi Police Department has announced a memorial service for Fallen Officer Bronson Kaimana, killed in the line of duty on, July 17, 2018.
Jill Otake to Serve on U.S. District Court
On Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018, Sen. Brian Schatz released the following statement on the Senate confirmation of Jill Otake to be a judge on the U.S. District Court.
38 Students to Complete Akamai Summer Internship Program
The Akamai Workforce Initiative, a local program dedicated to advancing Hawai‘i college students into science and technology careers.
New Mural Commemorates Dock Workers Struggles in Hilo
HDOT Harbors Division unveiled a mural on Wednesday, in the Hilo Harbor cruise passenger terminal commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Hilo Massacre.
Legislation Passes to Provide Damage Assessment for Farmers & Ranchers
U.S. Senate passed legislation that will help Hawai‘i Island assess the damage the ongoing Kīlauea eruptions has done to farmers and ranchers.
Sheriff Division Promotes New Sergeants
The Department of Public Safety recently had a pinning ceremony on Friday, July 27, 2018, for four Deputy Sheriffs that were promoted to Sergeant.
Volcano Fire Station Relocates to Safer Area
The Volcano Fire Station, which was located within the National Park at the former Kīlauea Military Camp, has been temporarily relocated to a safer area.
Hawai‘i Officials Field Questions, Complaints, Accusations
After 13 weeks of community meetings focused on the Kīlauea eruption in the Lower East Rift Zone, emergency officials have implemented a new format.
Congress Passes Legislation to Expand Commissary Access to Military Heroes
On Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018, the U.S. Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2018.
Kona PD & Prosecutor’s Office Celebrate Hope Brigade
The Kona Police Department partnered with the Kona Prosecutor’s Office to form a team named “Hope Brigade” for Relay for Life 2018.
Hawai‘i to Receive $2.5M to Fight Infection Diseases
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will award $2,469,750 to the Hawai‘i Department of Health.
August Warning Siren Test Cancelled
There will be no test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System in August 2018.
DOT to Hold Public Commercial Helicopter Flight Meeting
A public information meeting on commercial helicopter flights over the residential areas of Hilo is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m.
