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Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Rev. Billy Graham
The U.S. flag and the Hawai‘i State flag will be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory of Rev. Billy Graham.
Hawai‘i Senate Honors Healthcare Heroes
The Senate recognized Jessica Ackerman, Dr. Anne Dempsey, Cheri Teranishi-Hashimoto, Gary Oshita and Dr. Baron Wong for their excellent work.
Hawai‘i Electric Light to Conduct Aerial Line Inspections
To improve system reliability, Hawai‘i Electric Light Company will conduct aerial line inspections of its major overhead transmission lines from Monday through Friday, March 12 to 16, 2018.
HPD Confirms Identity of Body Found in Wailuku River
Hawai‘i Island police have confirmed the identity of a body that was found in the Wailuku River on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018 as 28-year-old Kelly Mrowinski, of Chicago.
Major O’Connor Promoted to Assistant Police Chief
On Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, Police Major James O’Connor was promoted to assistant police chief and assigned to the Area II Operations Bureau.
UPDATE 2: Victim of Pedestrian Accident Identified
A pedestrian was hit by a car and passed away at the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway and Kaloko National Park intersection on Thursday, March 1, 2018.
PTA Training Advisory for March 2018
The U.S. Army announces that military units are scheduled to conduct various types of training at the Pōhakuloa Training Area (PTA) in March.
Sen. Hirono Introduces Bill to Help Minors Appearing in Immigration Court
Sen. Mazie Hirono led 12 Senators in introducing the Fair Day in Court for Kids Act to provide unaccompanied children with access to legal representation…
DOD to Investigate Sexual Assault at Air Force Academy
A December report revealed widespread retaliation and lack of support for sexual assault survivors at the Air Force Academy.
Mayor Kim Supports Medical Use of Marijuana
Hawai‘i County Mayor wrote to longtime Marijuana Activist Roger Christie, saying he supports the medical use of marijuana and further studies of medical use.
UH Hilo Students Excel at HOSA State Leadership Conference
UH Hilo announces that students from university turned in a strong performance at the 13th Annual HOSA – Future Health Professionals State Leadership Conference.
Roadway Resurfacing Work on Kamāmalu Street
The County Highway Maintenance Division will begin resurfacing work on the Kamāmalu Street roadway.
HPD Searching for Hilo Man Wanted on Warrant
Hawaiʻi Island police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a Hilo man wanted for an outstanding warrant of arrest.
High Wind Advisory in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018, in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday.
High Surf Warning in Effect for East Hawa‘i
The National Weather Service High Surf Warning for the east-facing shores of Hamakua, Hilo and Puna is in effect through tomorrow.
HPD Arrests 28 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday, Feb. 19, through Sunday, Feb 25, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 28 motorists for driving under the influence.
Students to ‘March For Our Lives’ in Waimea
On Saturday, March 24, 2018, at 10 a.m., everyone is welcome and encouraged to join this student-led function beginning in front of Church Row in Waimea.
Lawmakers Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Restore Net Neutrality
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard and a coalition of more than 202 Congress members introduced legislation to block the FCC’s decision to unravel net neutrality.
Hawai‘i DOE Issues National School Walkout Guidelines
The Hawai‘i DOE Office of the Deputy Superintendent recently distributed a document outlining guidance for the three upcoming National School Walkouts.
Legislation to Improve Compassionate Prison Release Process
Compassionate release gives federal prison inmates an opportunity to appeal for early release for “extraordinary and compelling” reasons…
