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Boat Captain Rescues Swimmer in Kailua Bay
A woman passenger from the cruise ship Carnival Legend was seen swimming in Kailua Bay, approximately 100 yards east of Kailua Pier at 4 p.m. on Monday April 25.
Rep. Hanabusa Urges Restoration of Legal Assistance Programs for Immigrants
The lawmakers’ letter expresses serious concern about the termination of the programs and questioned the motivation of President Donald Trump’s administration.
Gov. Ige Signs Ratepayer Protection Act
Gov. David Ige signed SB 2939 SD2 (Act 005), which requires the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission to create the framework that will tie electric utility revenues to performance metrics.
Senate Passes Amendment to Support Schools
Hawai‘i State Senate voted 23-1 to approve a bill that proposes a constitutional amendment to give voters the opportunity to decide if the state should establish a surcharge on investment property.
PHOTOS: $600,000+ Raised for Kaua‘i Cleanup
The Kaua‘i Relief and Recovery Fund provides grants to local organizations that are bringing immediate relief to communities that have been impacted by flooding.
HPD Arrests 21 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, April 16, to 22, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 21 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Puna Man Charged With Suspected Drug Dealing
Hawai‘i Island police recovered 369.3 grams of heroin; just under a gram of crystal methamphetamine; 28 grams of dried, processed marijuana; and just over $8,100.
Senate Passes Hirono, Hanabusa Bill to Honor World War II Veterans
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed an act to establish a memorial at Pearl Harbor honoring the service of World War II veterans who served in the Pacific Theater.
Green Bags Stolen, Nothing But Rocks
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the person(s) involved in taking the rock bags placed around an asphalt pile near Highway 11.
Missing Inmate Arrested, Returned to HCCC
Missing extended furlough inmate Troy Chung-Hoon was arrested this morning, Monday, April 23, 2018, by Hawai‘i County Police and returned to the Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center.
Puna Man Charged With 9 Sex Offenses
A Puna man was charged on Friday, April 20, with nine sexual offenses in connection with a sexual assault reported in Hilo on Tuesday afternoon, April 17.
Van Driver Kills Nine on Toronto Sidewalk
Nine people died and 16 were injured on Monday, April 23, 2018, in one of the worst mass killings in the modern history of Canada.
HTA: Kaua‘i is Open for Business
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) announces that all of Kaua‘i is open and welcoming travelers to enjoy a beautiful place known as the Garden Island.
‘Our Care, Our Choice Act’ Signed Into Law
The Hawai‘i Senate Majority Office announces that after two decades of sometimes divisive discussion on this emotional topic…
Statewide Public Hearings on Changes to EIS Rules
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH), Environmental Council is conducting nine public hearings from May 21 to 31, 2018.
HPD Seeking Three Puna Men Wanted on Bench Warrants
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating three Puna men who are wanted for outstanding bench warrants.
864 Pounds of Trash Removed at Manukā NAR Cleanup
On Earth Day, Sunday, April 22, 30 volunteers removed 864 pounds of trash from the Manukā Natural Area Reserve (NAR) on Hawai’i Island.
Kaua‘i Update: Over 400 Residents Attend Community Meeting
Mayor Bernard Carvalho Jr., the County of Kaua‘i, state, federal and community partners held a community meeting today at the Hanalei Colony Resort for the isolated Wainiha and Hā‘ena residents.
Rep. Gabbard Joins Kaua‘i Recovery Efforts
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard was on Kauaʻi Thursday through Saturday, April 19 to 21, 2018, to assist with recovery efforts after a record-setting storm.
