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USS Tucson Returns from Western Pacific Deployment
The U.S. Pacific Fleet announces that the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Tucson (SSN 770) returned from deployment to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
Non-Driving Hawai‘i County Seniors Encouraged to Get State ID
Seniors who no longer drive are encouraged to obtain state-issued identification cards— available through the Hilo, Kona and Waimea Driver’s License Offices.
Rep. Hanabusa Opposes Judicial Confirmation of Anti-LGBT Nominee
Rep. Colleen Hanabusa announced that she joined Rep. A. Donald McEachin and 62 of their colleagues to oppose the judicial confirmation of Stuart Kyle Duncan to the U.S. Court of Appeals.
House Finance Committee Proposes Sustainable Budget
The House Finance Committee passed out a proposed budget that is part of a sustainable economic plan based on general excise tax collections and projections…
UPDATE: No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.8 New Guinea Quake
Based on all available data a destructive Pacific-wide tsunami is not expected and there is no tsunami threat to Hawai‘i.
Mayor Kim Urges Passage of Little Fire Ant Bill
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim submitted a following letter to Sen. Mike Gabbard, chair of the Committee on Agriculture and Environment.
Bill to Improve Emergency Alert System Moves Forward
The ALERT Act would improve the emergency alert system and give the federal government the primary responsibility of alerting the public of a missile threat.
UPDATE: HOVE Suspect Charged in Connection With Shooting Two Men
Hawaiʻi police are investigating an incident that took place in the Hawaiian Ocean View Estates at residences in the 92-2100 block of Aloha Boulevard on March 5.
Big Island Lane & Road Closures Through March 9
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled on Hawai‘i Island through Friday, March 9, 2018.
Gov. Ige Selects Circuit Court, Intermediate Court of Appeals Judges
Gov. David Ige has appointed Lisa Ginoza as chief judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals and James Ashford to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit.
Pōhakuloa Training Area Receives State Funding
The Hawai‘i Army National Guard will receive $800,000 in Capital Improvement Project funds from the state to construct a warehouse facility on Hawai‘i Island.
Surfing Legend George Downing Dies
Surfing legend and environmentalist George Downing died Monday morning, March 5, 2018, at his home in East O‘ahu.
House of Reps Passes Abandoned Vehicle Bill
Abandoned vehicles across the Big Island are always an eyesore, but help may be on the way.
Death With Dignity Bill Passes Key Hurdle
Hawai‘i House lawmakers voted to legally permit medically aided death in Hawai‘i this afternoon.
Senate Passes More Than 400 Bills
Hawai‘i State Senators today voted to pass 371 bills on third reading.
House of Reps Passes 128 Bills to Senate
The Hawai‘i House of Representatives passed 128 bills on third reading today, moving them to the Senate for its consideration.
Hāmākua Coast Crime Report: January 2018
Hāmākua Coast Police responded to five thefts, two burglaries, three criminal property damage incidents and two drug-related incidents in January 2018.
Democratic Party of Hawai‘i Precinct Meetings, March 7
The Democratic Party of Hawai‘i (DPH) Precinct Meetings are happening statewide on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Hilo Marine Dies in Japan
The Marine found deceased in his Camp Foster barracks room in Okinawa on March 3 has been identified as Lance Cpl. Kumakani Tadius Natyro Lee-Ubedei, 20.
Sen. Schatz Comments on New Developments with North Korea
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz issued a statement on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, after South Korean officials announced new developments with North Korea.
