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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.
Hawai‘i Island Lane & Road Closures: Feb. 3–9
County of Hawaiʻi Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures.
Hawai‘i Receives Second Sentinel-Class Coast Guard Cutter
A new Coast Guard boat will soon be operating in the Hawaiian Islands.
Two Die in South Kona Vehicle Crash
HPD reports that an unidentified man and a 54-year-old Kailua-Kona woman died from their injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash Friday.
Entrepreneurs Recognized At Junior Achievement Awards Banquet
Junior Achievement of Hawai‘i Island congratulated outstanding young entrepreneurs and awarded $3,500 in scholarships.
Search for Missing Nurse Extended
The search for Kelly Mrowinski, the traveling nurse from Chicago who was swept down the Wailuku River, has been extended.
Study: Hawai‘i Residents Have the Worst Debt
Analysis shows that Hawai‘i residents have the highest debt-to-income ratio in the nation.
Civil Defense Message: High Surf Warning
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the shores of the North and South Kohala and South Kona.
HPD Investigating Death of a Puna Tour Guide Sean King
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating the death of a tour guide in Puna. The victim was identified as 51-year-old Sean King of Pāhoa.
Name of Tour Guide Who Passed Away Released
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is investigating the death of a tour guide in Puna.
Former Hawaiʻi County Council Member to Run for Rep Seat
Former Hawaiʻi County Council Member Brenda Ford pulled her nomination papers for State Representative – District 5 on Feb. 2, 2018.
Hāmākua Coast Crime Report: December 2017
Hāmākua Coast Community Police responded to six thefts, four assaults, four criminal property damage incidents and three drug-related incidents in December 2017.
KS Summer Innovations Academy Accepting Applications
Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi campus is accepting applications for Hālau Kupukupu, its summer innovations academy.
HPD Super Bowl Drunk Driving Reminder
The Hawai‘i Police Department reminds the public to not drink and drive.
Search for Chicago Nurse Extended
The search for the travelling nurse from Chicago, Kelly Mrowinski, entered it’s seventh day today.
Sen. Hirono to Receive Courage Award for World Cancer Day
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono as the recipient of the 2018 Courage Award for her bravery and willingness to continue serving in Congress while battling Stage IV cancer.
Na Leo Program Highlights Preparedness for Nuclear Attack
The public is encouraged to watch a Na Leo TV program featuring County of Hawai’i Civil Defense regarding preparedness for a nuclear attack.
Former Ohio Senator to Tour Hawai‘i
The Democratic Party of Hawai‘i announces that former Ohio Senator Nina Turner will be featured at four events on four islands.
