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‘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.
Rep. San Buenaventura to Hold Emergency Preparedness Meeting
Topics for discussion will range from emergency shelter locations to hurricane preparations and updates regarding the false missile alert.
PTA Training Advisory for April 2018
Military units are scheduled to conduct various types of training at Pōhakuloa on Hawai‘i Island in April that may be heard or observed by the surrounding communities.
USS Bremerton Departs Pearl Harbor for Final Time
The Pacific Fleet announces that Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam bid a final farewell to the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine the USS Bremerton (SSN 698).
Hawai‘i Reps Finalize Negotiations on State Budget Bill
The Hawai‘i House and Senate conferees approved a final version of HB1900 HD1 SD1, the state budget bill.
$300,000 Released for Rat Lungworm Prevention & Eradication
The House Finance and Senate Ways and Means conference committees announced the release of $300,000 in recurring funding.
HPD Identifies Victim of Laupāhoehoe Crash
The Hawai‘i Police Department has identified the man who died following a two-vehicle crash Wednesday, April 18, 2018, in Laupāhoehoe.
Electric Companies Observe Earth Day with Release of Sustainability Report
In honor of Earth Day 2018, Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawai‘i Electric Light released their 11th annual Sustainability Report for 2017-2018.
Flags to Continue to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Sen. Akaka
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai‘i state flag be continued to be flown at half-staff in honor of Sen. Daniel K. Akaka, until sunset on the day of his interment.
HPD Charges Kona Man for Burglary Spree
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has have charged a 19-year old Kona man with a variety of offenses after police determined that he was involved in several break-ins at businesses.
Hawai‘i Receives Over $84 Million from Tobacco Industry
Hawai‘i Attorney General Russell Suzuki announced that the State of Hawai‘i has received over $84 million as part of its arbitration settlement with the Tobacco Industry.
UPDATE: Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning Cancelled for Big Island
The National Weather Service Flood Watch continues for Hawai‘i Island through today.
Emergency Proclamation in Wake of East Honolulu Flooding
Gov. David Ige has signed a supplementary emergency proclamation declaring the City and County of Honolulu a disaster area after flooding caused heavy damage in East Honolulu.
