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Four Arrested in Connection With 2015 Murder of Hōlualoa Man
The Hawai‘i Police Department has arrested four individuals for the murder of a 71-year-old Hōlualoa man from August 2015.
Kea‘au Structure Destroyed in Fire
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department responded to the report of a structure blaze in Kea‘au on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
HPD Arrests 22 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of June 19 through June 25, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 22 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Two Women Wanted in Connection With Hilo Theft
On Monday, May 15, two women removed items from a Hilo store.
HPD UPDATE: 4 Wanted on Outstanding Warrants
Hawai’i Island police are asking the public’s assistance with locating four men wanted for outstanding bench warrants.
Hawai‘i Ramps Up Efforts Against Mosquito-Borne Disease
The state of Hawai‘i has recently reached several milestones in mosquito-borne disease prevention and response.
Over 5,000 Join Rep. Gabbard Hurricane, Disaster Preparedness Town Hall
More than 5,000 residents of Hawai‘i’s Second Congressional District participated in Rep. Tulsi Gabbard’s interactive “Telephone Town Hall.”
AARP: Senate’s Age Tax Would Slam Seniors
A new analysis of the Senate’s proposed healthcare bill shows that older Hawai‘i residents would pay much higher premiums or go without insurance coverage.
Fourth of July Pet Safety Tips
The Hawaii Island Humane Society offers tips to keep your pet safe during Fourth of July celebrations.
Big Island Residents Halt Punalu‘u Excavation
Big Island residents expressed outrage and disbelief in reaction to a tour boat operator who used heavy machinery to excavate the historic Punalu‘u Wharf.
HFD Remains on Scene of Highway 19 Brush Fire
The HPD reported the closure of Highway 19 in both directions at the 32 Mile Marker just north of O‘okala in the Honoka‘a District due to a brush fire.
Pu‘u Pua‘i Overlook Reopens
The Pu‘u Pua‘i Overlook has reopened after being closed since February to protect breeding nēnē—endangered Hawaiian geese—in the area. During the closure, the nēnē parents successfully raised their single gosling and the family has now moved on to their summer grounds. It’s been a decade since the last gosling was reared in the vicinity; that […]
Supreme Court Upholds Blocks on Travel and Refugee Bans
The travel ban and refugee ban remain blocked and will not go into effect for people with a “bona fide” connection to the United States.
Free Presentation: How to Live with a Life-Limiting Illness
Kupu Care is inviting the public to a free community talk titled, “How to Live with a Life-Limiting Illness.”
Duane Rapoza Earns Officer of the Month Award
Hawai‘i Police Department Officer Duane Rapoza Jr. has been selected as the East Hawaiʻi Aloha Exchange Club’s June 2017 Officer of the Month.
Governor Signs Heat Abatement Bill for Cooler Classrooms
HB 957 will expedite cooler classrooms while reducing energy consumption and electricity costs.
DOE Transition Center Initiative Honors Rep. Mark Takai
Transition Centers will expand islandwide, named in honor of the late Congressman K. Mark Takai for his staunch support of military-dependent students.
New Website Supports Sexual Assault Survivors
Project Mālama Kākou initiative helps survivors get results from sexual assault kits.
Scheduled Lane & Road Closures: June 23–30
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation and the County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures from Friday, June 23, to Friday, June 30, 2017.
