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WANTED: HPD Seeks 2 Men on Multiple Warrants
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating two men wanted on multiple warrants and questioning regarding thefts and burglaries.
UH Study: Low-Lying Islands Will Be Uninhabitable by Mid-Century
Rising sea levels plus wave-driven flooding will cause frequent damage to infrastructure and will irreversibly contaminate island freshwater resources by 2030 to 2060.
WEBINAR: Fighting Consumer Fraud & Identity Theft in Hawai‘i
The FTC together with the Hawai‘i Office of Consumer Protection, will hold a free webinar about fighting consumer fraud and identity theft in Hawai‘i.
Supreme Court Convening for Oral Argument at Kealakehe High School
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court will hear an oral argument at Kealakehe High School Gymnasium in Kailua-Kona in the case of State v. Kaneaiakala as part of the Judiciary’s Courts in the Community outreach program.
Rep. Gabbard Introduces Bill To Upgrade Water Infrastructure
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard joined lawmakers in introducing legislation to upgrade and protect community water and sewer systems across the country.
Reps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Impact Aid Schools
Reps. Tulsi Gabbard and Tom MacArthur (NJ-03) introduced bipartisan legislation to support Impact Aid schools.
UDPATE 3: Supreme Court Hears Travel Ban Arguments
The US Supreme Court heard oral arguments today, April 25, in Hawai‘i’s challenge to the third iteration of President Donald Trump’s travel ban, Hawaii v. Trump.
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.
