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Hawai‘i Volcanoes Park Ranger Earns Conservation Award
Noah Gomes was honored with a state Department of Land and Natural Resources Citizen Conservationist award.
Astronomer Jerry Nelson, ‘Father of Keck Telescope,’ Dies
Astronomer Jerry Nelson, the pioneering designer of W.M. Keck Observatory telescopes, has died at age 73.
UPDATE 5: Kailua Bay Now Open
The Department of Health has determined that Kailua Bay water quality has returned to normal bacteria levels; Kailua Bay is now open for water activities.
Opihi Picker Dies Offshore Cape Kumukahi Lighthouse
Hawai‘i County Fire Department personnel arrived at Cape Kumukahi Lighthouse on June 9, in response to a report of an opihi picker who was swept into the ocean.
Rep. Gabbard Makes King Kamehameha Presentation at Capitol
U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard spoke at the 2017 King Kamehameha Lei Draping Ceremony in Emancipation Hall on June 11
ACLU of Hawaiʻi Issues Texas Travel Advisory
Traveling to Texas may result in a violation of constitutional rights, the ACLU of Hawai‘i warns.
Exercise: Aircraft Carrier to Deploy With Striker Group
The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) will visit Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam on June 14 for a regularly scheduled deployment…
Sen. Schatz Comments on Sessions’ Refusal to Testify
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement regarding Attorney General Sessions’ decision to cancel his appearance before the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Pāhoa Fire Destroys House Under Construction
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire in Pāhoa on Sunday, June 11, 2017.
Hawaiian Electric Urges Hurricane Readiness
Hawaiian Electric Companies offer safety and preparation tips in the event of a storm, and how to handle power outages.
Boating Fatalities Highest on Record in Last Five Years
Recorded deaths have increased by 12 percent, injuries have increased 11.1 percent, and the number of accidents rose to 7.3 percent in 2016.
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Files Travel Ban Opposition in Supreme Court
On June 1, the Trump Administration asked the Supreme Court to stay the injunction in Hawai‘i v. Trump that has blocked implementation of the travel ban…
Free Talk on Care for Chronic and Terminally Ill
Presented by Kupu Care, the talk will be held on June 15 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in Hilo.
HDOT: Public Advised to Secure Vehicle Loads for Safety
HDOT has joined a nationwide campaign to remind motorists to tie down cargo to prevent injury and road debris.
New Program Offers Mediation Services for Caregivers, Elderly
The free or low-cost program offers mediation services on Hawaiʻi Island for caregivers of elders age 60 and older.
BLNR Fines Kohala Tours for Ramp Permit Violations
The BLNR assessed a fine of $15,000 for three violations by lava tour boat operator Shane Turpin (dba Kohala Tours) for conducting commercial activity from a state boating facility without a required commercial-use ramp permit.
Hilo Man Reported Missing
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance locating a 33-year-old Hilo man who was reported missing on Friday, June 9.
Kona Crime Prevention Officer of the Month: Marco Segobia
Hawai‘i Police Department Officer Marco Segobia has received the Kona Crime Prevention Committee Officer of the Month recognition for his work in the Vice Unit.
HPD Issues Outstanding Warrant List
The Hawai‘i County Police Department has issued an official list of persons wanted on outstanding warrants.
