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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.
Walmart to Host Free Health Screenings
Walmart announces it will be hosting free health screenings at all Hawai‘i locations on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
UPDATE: Earth Day Energy Summit 2018 Live Stream, April 20
Tune in to Elemental Excelerator’s livestream to hear from leaders in energy, transportation, education, and innovation from Hawaii and beyond.
Sen. Schatz Urges FEMA, SBA to Quickly Approve Aid Requests
Sen. Brian Schatz requested that the federal agencies stand ready to approve any forthcoming requests from the state.
Keaukaha Elementary Principal Semi-Finalist for Leadership Award
The Island Insurance Foundation presented a $2,000 cash award to and Principal Stacey Bello of Keaukaha Elementary.
Hawai‘i County to Bar Vendors from Roadways, Shoulders
Hawai’i County plans to enforce an ordinance that bars vendors from operating on county roadways and shoulders… focusing on those operating in the Kalapana area.
Ciguatera Fish Poisoning Cases Stem From Ulua Off NW Big Island Coast
The DOH recently identified several cases of ciguatera fish poisoning from ingestion of the giant trevally (ulua) caught off the NW coast of Hawai‘i Island.
Many Kaua‘i Parks Remain Closed
Numerous state parks on Kaua‘i will remain closed for assessment and repairs.
Scammers Pursue Profit From Kaua‘i Tragedy
Scammers may be looking at ways to benefit from the tragedy on Kaua‘i. Better Business Bureau Northwest + Pacific is urging donors to give thoughtfully.
HPD Warns of ‘Spoofing Scam’
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department wants to make the public aware of a “Spoofing Scam” currently being targeted on the island.
Structure Fire in Hilo
Hawai‘i Fire Department units dispatched to a possible brushfire on Hoaka Road in Hilo on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 10:17 p.m.
Condolence Book Available for Signing in Honor of Late Sen. Akaka
The Hawai‘i County Mayor’s Office invites the public to sign a condolence book to honor the late U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning for Big Island
More wet weather is coming to the Big Island. A Flood Watch is in effect as well as a Winter Storm Warming for the summits of Maunakea and Mauna Loa.
VIDEO: DLNR Conducts Aerial Assessment of Kaua‘i Flood Damage
A DLNR aerial assessment showed that Kaua‘i’s lands were left less impacted by last weekend’s flooding, while others were more devastated than originally thought.
UPDATE: Fatality Reported in Fuel Tractor-Trailer Crash
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports that one person died and another person was trapped and injured.
Senators Introduce Legislation to Fight Illegal Robocalls
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz, lead Democrat on the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet, introduced the Robocall Enforcement Enhancement Act of 2018.
Heavy Rainfall, Thunderstorms to Begin on Big Island
The National Weather Service forecasts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms for Hawai‘i Island starting tonight through Saturday.
Tanker Truck Fire Closes Hwy 19 in Laupahoehoe
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports Highway 19 near mile marker 25 in Laupahoehoe is closed in both directions due to a truck fire from an accident.
Community Groups Condemn Latest Spill of Cow Manure
Residents of ʻOʻōkala are outraged over the latest public report admitting spillage of approximately 300 gallons of cow manure from Big Island Dairy.
Reps. Gabbard & Hanabusa Address Destruction on Kaua‘i
Reps. Tulsi Gabbard and Colleen Hanabusa spoke on the House floor recognizing the victims of the severe flooding on Kaua‘i and in East Honolulu.
