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HELCO to Host Meetings on Power Grid Upgrade Plans
Hawai‘i Electric Light Company invites the public to meetings next week to share its draft plan to modernize Hawai‘i Island’s power grid…
Homeless Must Leave Old Kona Airport Park by Aug. 2
A limited number of spaces at homeless shelters are available to receive the homeless campers at the park and outreach workers have been reaching out to them.
Smoke Alarm Sounds: Keck Observatory II Evacuated
The smoke alarm went off in the WM Keck Observatory II control room at about 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, the observatory reported last night.
UPDATE:TMT Permit Approved by Hearing Officer
Former Circuit Court Judge Riki May Amano recommended that the Thirty Meter Telescope project be allowed to proceed atop Maunakea on the Big Island.
South Hilo Crime Report: July 14–20
South Hilo Community Police responded to two burglaries, eight vehicle thefts and seven vehicle break-ins over a seven-day period from July 14 to 20, 2017.
Current, Future State Highway Projects Data Available on HDOT Website
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation Highways Division has made state highway project status data available to the public on the HDOT website.
HPD Arrests 15 Motorists for DUI Violations: July 17–23
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 15 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Sen. Schatz Slams Plan to Repeal ACA, Gut Medicaid
Following a partisan vote today to advance legislation that would repeal the Affordable Care Act, Sen. Brian Schatz spoke out against the Republican bill…
AARP: Smishing is the New Phishing
Instead of sending emails, hackers are increasingly using text messages to reach potential victims, experts warn.
Hirono Comments on Republican Healthcare Bill
Senate Republicans voted today to open the debate on repealing the Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare).
Carjacking/Robbery Suspect Wanted by HPD
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 23-year-old Hilo man in connection with a robbery that occurred on Monday, July 24, on Highway 19 near Pepeʻekeo.
Biologists Reintroduce Endangered Species at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
A team of biologists has accomplished two monumental feats in Hawaiian plant conservation arena: the successful reintroduction of two endangered species.
HDOT Announces Pedestrian Safety Month in August
HDOT has partnered with Girl Scouts Hawai‘i to raise awareness around pedestrian safety.
Study: Hawai‘i Ranks No. 1 in Nation for Theft
The study analyzed FBI data and Hawai‘i topped the list in every category for items stolen.
HNL to Receive $1.6M+ for Safety Efforts
Hawai‘i will receive more than $1.6 million in FAA funding to increase airport safety and operations at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
Vehicle Theft Suspects Arrested in Puna
The HPD task force served a search warrant on Thursday, July 20, on the stolen vehicle and recovered a loaded, sawed-off shotgun and ammunition.
Volunteers Sought for Advocacy, Education & Mentoring Programs
Ho‘ola Na Pua, the renewal of trafficked girls through health, education, advocacy and reintegration program, will hold orientation and advocate training for volunteers.
Akamai Summer STEM Internship Accepts 29 Students
Local students will work in STEM-related career fields throughout Hawai‘i and in California.
Former Hawai‘i Human Services Director Comments on Kema Sentencing
“… Peter Sr. will be eligible for parole after serving less time in prison than how long Peter Boy was even alive… “
UH Honors Regents and Presidential Scholars Recipients
Hawai‘i Community College student awarded two years of paid tuition for undergraduate study.
