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State Ethics Commission Application Deadline Extended
The Judicial Council has extended the deadline to apply for two vacancies on the Hawai‘i State Ethics Commission. The new application deadline is March 7.
Deleon & Rego Arrested in Ocean View
Hawaiʻi Island Police arrested Sloan K. Deleon and JennyLee L. Rego on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 1:30 p.m. in Ocean View.
CHRONIC Care Act Part of Budget Deal
CHRONIC Care Act, which Includes Schatz-Wicker Telehealth Legislation, is set to become law.
Town Hall Meeting on Little Fire Ant Control
The public is invited to attend a town hall panel discussion on Little Fire Ant control methods with experts in the field on Feb. 13.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Budget Deal
U.S. Sen.Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, released the following statement after the Senate voted to pass a two-year budget deal.
Rep. Hanabusa Votes for Two-Year Budget Compromise
The two-year compromise to fund the government passed the House by a vote of 240–186.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Budget Deal
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released a statement after voting against the budget deal and continuing resolution.
Hawai‘i Lt. Gov. Comments on Government Shutdown
Lt. Gov. Doug Chin calls for solutions, not shutdowns.
HDOT Announces Restriction to Improve Hwy 130 Traffic Flow
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) announces a “no outlet” restriction from 29th Avenue onto Kea‘au Pāhoa Road Monday through Friday.
HPD Searching for Man Wanted on Outstanding Warrant
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking the public’s help in locating a 58-year-old man wanted for an outstanding bench warrant for violating the conditions of his release.
House Committees Vote to Ban Pesticide Chlorpyrifos
The House committees on Agriculture and Energy & Environmental Protection passed a complete ban on chlorpyrifos during a hearing at the State Capitol today.
Kona Community Emergency Response Team Training
The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency has scheduled an in-depth, four-day Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training Course in Kona.
Summit High Wind Warning, Coastal Wind Advisory
A High Wind Warming is in effect for Hawai‘i Island summits until 6 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018.
Bill Introduced to Crack Down on Hawai‘i Building, Zoning Violations
Bill would make lying to inspectors about illegal vacation rentals and monster homes a crime.
Nature Conservancy Transfers 222 Acres to HVNP
A 222-acre property at the southern end of Hawaiʻi Island has been transferred from The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Road and Parking Area Closure
The National Park Service is announcing a road and parking area closure at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park.
Installation of Henry Street Left Turn Pocket
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works Highways Division will be installing a left turn pocket on Henry Street at the intersection of Palani Road.
Senators Demand Answers About Equifax Investigation
Sen. Schatz led a group of 31 Senators in demanding answers on reports that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has halted its investigation into Equifax.
‘Iolani Wins Hawai‘i LifeSmarts State Competition
The Hawai‘i Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs announces that the team from ‘Iolani School won the 14th annual Hawai‘i LifeSmarts state competition.
Lawmaker Introduces Bills on Voter Registration, Rental Tax Credits
Hawai‘i State Rep. Daniel Holt (Kalihi, Pālama, Iwilei, Chinatown) has introduced 10 bills for the 2018 Legislative Session.
