News
Reps Urges DOA to Provide Maximum for Volcano-Impacted Farmers
The Hawai‘i Congressional Delegation urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide the maximum assistance possible to Hawai‘i farmers.
15 People Charged and 13 Firearms Seized
The U.S. Department of Justice announces that In the past three months, 15 people from Hawai‘i were charged with drug or violent crimes.
Monthly Civil Defense Siren Test, July 2
The state’s monthly test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System, coordinated with the test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for Monday.
Man Cited for Using Drone in Disaster Area
DLNR reports that on Thursday, June 28, 2018, 43-year-old Roman V. Andryushkin, of Russia was contacted while in a closed disaster area.
5 PM: Two More Structures Destroyed
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that Fissure 8 continues to be very active and is feeding a lava channel to the ocean at Kapoho.
HPD Searching for Missing Hilo Woman
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating a Hilo woman who has been reported missing.
Pāhoa Structure Fire
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reported that three engine companies responded to a structure fire in Pāhoa.
Senate Passes Hirono Provision to Help Volcano-Impacted Farmers
Sen. Mazie Hirono successfully included a provision in the 2018 Senate Farm Bill that would allow volcano-impacted farmers to retroactively apply for coverage.
Reps Vote to Strengthen Hawai‘i Missile Defense
On Thursday, June 28, 2018, Reps. Tulsi Gabbard and Colleen Hanabusa voted to pass the FY 2019 Department of Defense Appropriations bill.
Fresh Lava Oozing at Kapoho Beach Lots
The U.S. Geological Survey released this map as of 2 p.m., June 28, 2018.
HPD Searching for South Hilo Man
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating a South Hilo man who has been reported missing.
Sen. Schatz: ‘Across the State, We are Helping Each Other Out’
On Thursday, June 28, 2018, U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz spoke on the Senate floor to update the public on the ongoing eruptions on Hawai‘i Island.
Web-Based Land Inventory System Available to the Public
(DLNR) announces that the central Public Land Trust Information System (PLTIS) available only to State and County agencies since January 2015 becomes accessible to anyone.
Hawai‘i Schools to Receive at Least $47 Million in Impact Aid
On Thursday, June 28, 2018, the Senate Appropriations Committee passed two appropriations bills with increased funding for the Impact Aid Program.
Sulfur Dioxide Emissions Declining
The Hawai‘i DOH announces that sulfur dioxide emissions from Kīlauea volcano’s summit have dropped to half the levels before the eruption began.
2 More Cited for Loitering in Disaster Area
The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) announces that two more people have been cited by officers.
UH: Method of Making Bubbles Last Longer
The University of Hawai‘i announces that a researcher has developed a new method of making bubbles last longer.
Nā Hōkū Hanohano Stars Align at Puna Benefit Concert
Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award-winning stars will align to perform at Aloha Puna, a benefit concert on July 21 at the Tommy Bahama Courtyard at the Mauna Lani Shops.
Hawaii Island LGBTQ Pride Festival & Parade, June 30
The Hawaii Island LGBTQ Pride Festival and Parade, an after-party and Rainbow After Dark will take place on Saturday, June 30, 2018, in Hilo.
