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HPD Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting
The dog then turned to the officer and began to charge, at which time the officer discharged one round from his service firearm in the direction of the dog.
HOVE Deepwell Troubleshooting in Progress
The HOVE Deepwell in Kaʻū is down, according to a report by the Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Park Trail & Area Closure
A Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park trail and area closure is scheduled from
Monday, Nov. 27, through Friday, Dec. 1.
Puna District Crime Report: Oct. 16 to 31, 2017
TPuna Community Police responded to two burglaries, one robbery and seven vehicle break-ins in the Puna District over the 14-day period from Oct. 16 to 31.
South Hilo Crime Report: Nov. 3 to 9, 2017
Hawai‘i Police Department’s South Hilo Community Police responded to three burglaries, three vehicle thefts and four vehicle break-ins from Nov. 3 to 9.
Hilo Woman, 86, Dies as Result of Oct. Accident
Yoshie Oshiro succumbed to her injuries almost a month after being struck by a vehicle in Hilo.
Emergency Response Exercise at Kona Airport
Emergency response exercise drills will be taking place at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport in Keahole on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017.
HPD Locate Man Wanted in Connection with Counterfeiting
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department reports that the wanted person in connection with a counterfeit investigation in Pāhoa was located.
2 Suspects Charged in Connection With Road Rage Robbery
Hawaiʻi Island police charged two suspects in connection with a robbery stemming from a road rage incident on Kīlauea Avenue in Hilo.
Rep. Gabbard Urges Congress to Pass Bipartisan DREAM Act
Hawaiʻi Rep. Tulsi Gabbard asked Congress to pass the bipartisan and bicameral DREAM Act (H.R. 3440).
Sen. Hirono Introduces Military Domestic Violence Reporting Enhancement Act
The Military Domestic Violence Reporting Enhancement Act, was introduced by Sen. Mazie K. Hirono to close a dangerous loophole in the Uniform Code of Military Justice
Hawaiʻi Utility Scam Awareness Day
Hawaiian Electric Companies and Utilities United Against Scams are marking the second annual Utility Scam Awareness Day today.
Climate Change Talk & Discussion
“Climate Change and Hawaii: From Global to Local” will be presented by UH Hilo Geography & Environmental Science Associate Professor Dr. Ryan Perroy.
Campagna Announces Candidacy for 2nd Congressional District
Sherry Campagna will publicly announce her candidacy for Hawai‘i’s Second Congressional District on Saturday, Nov. 18.
32 Die on Hawai‘i Island Roadways So Far This Year
Although Hawai‘i had a safe Halloween, 32* died as a result of accidents on Hawai‘i Island between Jan. 1 and Nov. 13, 2017.
HPD Issues Outstanding Warrant List
The Hawai‘i County Police Department has issued an official list of persons wanted on outstanding warrants.
‘Tie One On For Safety’ Campaign Kicks Off in Hawai‘i
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Hawaiʻi urges adults to plan ahead and designate a non-drinking driver.
Senators Send Letter Addressing Gun Violence
A letter sent to President Trump and Congressional leaders urges them to take meaningful action to address the country’s gun violence problem.
Vietnam Veterans Receive Recognition Five Decades After War
Hawaiʻi island residents said “welcome home” and “thank you” to its Vietnam veterans at a ceremony, five decades after the war on Thursday, Nov. 9, in HIlo.
HPD Arrests 22 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, Nov. 6, to Nov. 12, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 22 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
