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Latest Brief Filed in Hawaii v. Trump
Hawai‘i filed its reply in response to the Trump Administration’s arguments regarding the scope of the partial travel and refugee bans allowed by the Supreme Court.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 6.7 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.
South Hilo Fire Hydrant Flow Test
The Department of Water Supply will conduct a fire hydrant flow test along North and South A‘ohōkū Street.
Volcanoes Park Seeks Witnesses to Campground Fire
Fire officials at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park are seeking witnesses to a July 11 fire that burned native forest behind a cabin at Nāmakanipaio Campground.
Sen. Hirono Grills FBI Director Nominee Wray
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono today focused her line of questions to Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Nominee Christopher Wray…
Disaster Preparation Tips for Caregivers, Kūpuna
Kūpuna and caregivers should prepare now—before a disaster happens.
FBI Arrests Hawai‘i Soldier on Terrorism Charges
Ikaika Kang, 34, of Waipahu, was arrested by the FBI on terrorism charges on Saturday, July 8, 2017.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Visitor Center Opening Delayed
Due to road construction and the paving of the road to the Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park Visitor Center, the opening will be delayed until July 18.
Man Found in Kīlauea Caldera Identified
Park officials revealed the identity of the man found at the bottom of Kīlauea Caldera on Sunday: Gregory Michael Ure, also known as Leo Michael Adonis…
Kīlauea Lava Overflight: Lava Delta Almost 4 Acres
The strongest surface activity was observed on the coastal flats at the bottom of the steep cliffs.
Sen. Hirono Secures Hawai‘i Defense Priorities
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono secured key priorities that encourage renewable energy investment, and support America’s strategic interests in the Indo-Asia-Pacific…
HPD Arrests 31 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of July 3 through 9, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 31 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
DLNR Officer Recognized with First-Ever Award
Officer James Ridzon will be the first recipient of the DLNR/DOCARE Officer of the Year award.
UPDATE: Missing Hilo Work Furlough Inmate Nabbed in Shower
Hale Nani work furlough inmate Spencer Feary left for work yesterday morning and failed to return to the reintegration center by 8:30 p.m. as scheduled.
Pacific Tsunami Museum Statue Damaged
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking the public for assistance in identifying suspect or suspects in a criminal property damage case.
Wastewater Discharge at Wailuku River/Kaipalaoa Landing in Hilo
A discharge of untreated wastewater in the vicinity of the Wailuku River and Kaipalaoa Landing in Hilo occurred on Monday, July 10, 2017.
Three Wanted in Connection With Theft
The HPD is asking the public for help in identifying the person whose image was captured on surveillance camera in connection with a theft investigation.
Body Found at Bottom of Kīlauea Caldera
The body of a 38-year-old man was recovered by park rangers early Sunday morning near the bottom of Kīlauea Caldera in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.
56K Hawai‘i Residents Could Lose Insurance Under New Healthcare Bill
The bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act caps spending on Medicaid and cuts $772 billion in federal Medicaid spending.
Hawai‘i Women’s Legislative Caucus Bills Signed into Law
The laws support womenʻs and childrenʻs health and services initiatives and opioid addiction prevention.
