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Civil Defense Accountability Bill Follows Hawai‘i False Missile Alert
Many folks in Hawai‘i were terrified following the false alert that a ballistic missile was inbound.
Hōkūleʻa to Make Historic First Sail into Pearl Harbor
For the first time in Hōkūleʻa’s 42-year history, the legendary canoe will sail into the waters of Pearl Harbor.
Bill Would Require Removal of Abandoned Vehicles in 10 Days
Rep. Cedric Asuega Gates believes abandoned vehicles are not only an eye sore in our communities because they litter our beautiful ʻaina.
National Burn Awareness Week, Feb. 4-10
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), states that approximately every 60 seconds someone in the U.S. suffers a burn injury.
Thunderstorm Notifcation for Hāmākua Coast
The National Weather Service has issued a Thunderstorm notification for the Hāmākua Coast.
Sen. Chang Joins Nation Bipartisan Democracy Reform Task Force
Senator Stanley Chang is among twelve young state legislators from across the country who have launched the Democracy Reform Task Force.
HPD Investigating Death of Peruvian National
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is investigating the death of a 23-year-old male Peruvian national who died in the waters off of South Point Landing.
HPD Searching for Two Wanted on Warrants
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is searching for Sloan K. Deleon and JennyLee L. Rego.
UPDATE: Thunderstorm Notification for Hāmākua Coast
The National Weather Service reports that thunderstorms are developing this afternoon and may produce strong gusty winds and hail.
Kupuna Caregivers Program Funding Bill Moves Through Senate
Two Senate committees voted unanimously to pass Senate Bill 2988, a bill to fund support for hundreds of caregiving families in Hawai‘i.
HPD Arrests 24 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, Jan. 29, to Feb. 4, 2018, Hawaii Island police arrested 24 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Rep. Gabbard Asks for Input on Federal Appropriations
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard announced resources on her official website for Hawai‘i constituents to submit federal appropriations requests for the upcoming fiscal year.
Man Drowns at South Point Landing
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports that one person drowned and one was injured today, Monday, Feb. 5, 2018.
Search Called Off for Nurse Swept Down River
The search for Kelly Mrowinski, the traveling nurse who got swept down the Wailuku River at Pi‘ihonua Falls, has officially ended.
UPDATE: Strong Thunderstorm to Affect Parts of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has just issued a report about a strong thunderstorm that will affect Hawai‘i County.
VIDEO: Hirono Continues Push for Nomination of South Korea Ambassador
U.S. Senators continue to raise serious concerns over the absence of an ambassador to South Korea, asking for justification on the reported removal of Dr. Victor Cha from consideration.
Measure Proposing Drug Treatment Funding to Help Addicted Passes Committee
The Hawai‘i State Senate Majority announces that those people addicted to drugs would get a boost in their fight to combat their illness under Senate Bill 2010.
Gov. Ige Signs Executive Order to Protect State’s Net Neutrality
Gov. David Ige signed an executive order that directs all state government agencies to contract for internet-related services only with providers who contractually agree to abide by net neutrality principals.
Reps Support Governor’s Action Protecting Net Neutrality
Gov. David Ige agreed with House lawmakers by signing an Executive Order today requiring internet service providers with State contracts to abide by net neutrality rules.
Puna Man Charged in Kidnapping Incident
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has charged a 42-year-old Puna man in connection with a domestic violence related kidnapping incident.
