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Senator Hirono Leads Call to Support National Park Visitors and Workers
Senator Mazie K. Hirono recently convened a hearing on how to encourage young people to visit our national parks.
President Trump Coming to Hawaiʻi in November
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will travel to Hawaiʻi as part of his trip to Asia in November,
Public School Students See Gains on AP Exams
HIDOE students who were tested last May show double-digit increases in the number of exam takers, exams taken and scores of 3 or higher.
5,000-Gallon Wastewater Spill in Na‘alehu
A wastewater spill occurred on residential grounds in Na‘alehu from Sept. 29 to 28, 2017, due to a sewer backup caused by a pipe break.
NOAA Awards Nearly $200,000 to Protect Hawai‘i Marine Mammals
Hawai‘i conservation programs will receive nearly $200,000 in NOAA funding for the recovery and treatment of stranded marine animals,
HPD Arrests 25 Motorists for DUI Violations: Sept. 18–Sept. 24
During the week of Sept. 18-24, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Senator Roz Baker Named Influencer in Aging for 2017
Senator Rosalyn Baker was named a 2017 Influencer in Aging by PBS’ Next Avenue, public media’s first and only digital publication dedicated to covering issues for people 50 and older.
Rep. Gabbard Votes for FAA Extension and Immediate Hurricane Relief
Rep. Gabbard voted for a legislation that provides tax relief to those affected by hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, and extends critical health care provisions.
White House Waives Jones Act for Puerto Rico
The Trump Administration today waived the Jones Act for 10 days to aid in recovery efforts in Puerto Rico, devastated by Hurricane Maria a week ago.
UPDATE 2: Hawai‘i BLNR Approves TMT Permit
A 5-2 majority of the Hawai‘i BLNR today adopted the hearing officer’s recommendation to approve the application for a permit to build the TMT.
DOH: Ten Tips to Prevent Rat Lungworm Disease
The state Department of Health urges the public to take precautions to prevent rat lungworm disease.
Small Craft Advisory Issued Through Friday
The advisory includes leeward and southeast waters of the Big Island, Ma‘alaea Bay on Maui, Pailolo Channel and Alenuihaha Channel.
Puna Man Wanted on Outstanding Warrant
Hawai’i Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 36-year-old Puna man wanted for an outstanding warrant of arrest.
Big Island Man Wanted on Various Charges
The HPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Peter E. Fuerte, a 50-year-old who frequents the South Kona and Kaʻū Districts.
UPDATE: Panaʻewa Robbery Suspect Charged
Benny Rapoza Jr. is charged with 2nd-degree robbery and 1st-degree unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle.
Hawai‘i’s 17th Rat Lungworm Case Found in Puna District
The Hawaii State Department of Health has confirmed an anotherl case of rat lungworm disease in an infant from the Puna District of Hawai‘i Island.
Bank of Hawai‘i Warns of Fraudulent Voice Phishing Scam
Bank of Hawai‘i is warning of fraudulent telephone calls being made to customers and non-bank customers. The scammers are spoofing a real Bank of Hawai‘i telephone number on recipients’ caller ID.
Senators Question Scheduled Obamacare Website Shutdowns
Senators today called for an investigation into the planned periodic shutdown of Healthcare.gov.
Hawai‘i Senate Confirms Big Island Judges
Judge Henry Nakamoto has been appointed to the Circuit Court of the Third Circuit (Hilo) and Attorney Robert Kim to the Circuit Court of the Third Circuit (Kona).
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Island Ka‘ū District Fire Contained
As of Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2017, at 9 a.m., the Hawai‘i Fire Department reports the brushfire located in the area of Waikapuna near South Point is now contained.
