News
One-Way Traffic on Kapiʻolani in Hilo Due to Church Activities
In observance of the 2017 Christmas season activities at St. Joseph’s in Hilo a temporary one-way traffic pattern on Kapiʻolani Street will be in effect.
Honolulu Police Developing Med Marijuana-Gun Policy
Honolulu Police are consulting with other government agencies on a policy that requires some medical marijuana card holders to turn in their firearms and ammo.
UPDATE: Kulani Prison Escapees Captured
Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating two inmates who escaped from the Kulani Correctional Facility in Hilo.
Victim Injured in Puna Home Invasion
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a home invasion that occurred in Puna on Monday evening, Dec. 18, 2017.
Ninth Circuit Court Rules on Travel Ban 3.0
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals: The president’s issuance of the proclamation once again exceeds the scope of his delegated authority.
HPD Identifies Body Found Along Puna Coast
Hawaiʻi Island police have identified the body found on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017, along the Kalapana coastline in Puna.
N. Hilo Cemetery Damaged in Vehicle Accident
An automobile accident caused damage to approximately 15 plots at Alae Cemetery in Hilo in the early morning hours of Dec. 20, 2017
EPA Awards $8.6M to Northern Mariana Islands
The EPA has awarded over $2.3 million to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands’ Bureau of Environmental and Coastal Quality and over $6.3 million to the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation
Hawai‘i Libraries to Close During Holidays
All Hawai‘i State Public Library System libraries and library support offices will be closed from Dec. 23 to 25, 2017, Dec. 30 and 31, 2017, and Jan. 1, 2018.
Rep. Hanabusa Urges End to Mueller Undermining
Rep. Colleen Hanabusa joined 170 Democratic colleagues to urge the deputy attorney general to continue the investigation into issues arising from the 2016 election.
PHOTO UPDATE: Snow in Hawai‘i
As of Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, The road to the summit of Mauna Kea remains closed to the public at the Visitor Information Station due to icy road conditions.
HPA Cheerleaders Head to Holiday Bowl
Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy cheer team has been selected to perform at this years’ Holiday Bowl halftime show in San Diego on Dec. 28.
HPD Investigating Equipment Theft from N Kohala Nursery
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating the theft of chainsaws and other equipment in North Kohala.
Mountain View Man Indicted for Possession of Child Pornography
Albert Reginald Carvalho Jr. is accused of possessing at least 962 files of children being sexually exploited, with at least 575 depicting children under the age of 12.
UPDATE 2 : Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning Cancelled
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County at 2 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 20, 2017.
Hostage Incident Suspect Transported to O‘ahu Hospital
A Pāhoa man arrested Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 19, 2017, in connection with a hostage situation in Puna was flown to an Oʻahu hospital for additional treatment of his injuries.
Sens. Hirono & Schatz Announce US District Court Nominee
On Dec. 20, 2017, President Donald Trump nominated Otake to become a U.S. District Judge of the U.S, District Court for the District of Hawai‘i.
Senators Demand Answers on Banned Words at CDC
Senators have asked about the development and dissemination of any discouraged words, the legality and enforcement of such a policy to ensure scientific integrity…
Meeting to Discuss Building Public Park Within Hawaiian Paradise Park
The public is invited to meetings to discuss a proposal to develop a master plan for a new public park within Hawaiian Paradise Park.
Keōpū Deepwell to Be in Operation Dec. 25
The 25% Water Restriction remains in effect; however, the DWS expects to downgrade to a voluntary 10% conservation once the well is operating reliably.
