News
New Classroom Building for Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School
Students at Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School will soon have their long-awaited classroom space
America Amphibious Ready Group Arrives in Hawai‘i
Sailors and Marines of the America Amphibious Ready Group (ARG)/15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
New School Lunch Online Payment System
(HIDOE) is in the process of transitioning to Harris School Solutions (eTrition) a new school lunch online payment system.
Tulsi Gabbard Endorses Colleen Hanabusa for Hawaiʻi Governor
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard announced she is endorsing Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa for Hawaiʻi governor.
Dirt Bikes Stolen From Kohala Residence
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is investigating the theft of two SSR Motorsports Dirt Bikes from a residence Kohala.
EPA Requires Closures of 19 Illegal Cesspools in Hawai‘i in 2017
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s enforcement actions this year in Hawai‘i resulted in closures of 19 large capacity cesspools.
Hawai‘i: 2018’s Worst State to Drive In
The personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2018’s Best & Worst States to Drive in and Hawai‘i was ranked the worst state.
HPD Seeking Individuals Wanted on Warrants
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating the following four individuals who are wanted for outstanding warrants.
Flood Advisory Issued for Island of Hawai‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flood Advisory until 8 p.m.
Update on Hawi Standoff – Two Arrested
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is continuing an investigation which stemmed from a shooting incident in the Hawi area of North Kohala on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018.
Trail and Area Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
There will be temporary trail and area closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park throughout February while crews work to remove invasive vegetation.
FEMA Encourages Tsunami Awareness for Coastal Communities
FEMA says that while the immediate threat has passed, the situation serves as a reminder to all that there are steps that can be taken now, to prepare for future events
Update: Tsunami Watch Cancelled
A Tsunami watch has been issued for the State of Hawai‘i effective Monday, Jan. 23, 2018 at 11:43 p.m.
Update: HVNP Resumes Normal Hours Following Government Shutdown
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park has announced that it will resume normal operations at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018
Police Standoff Ends in Hawi
Hawai‘i Police report that Hawi Road, makai of Highway 270, in the North Kohala District, is closed is still closed as a standoff in the area continues.
HPD Arrests 16 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, Jan. 15, to Jan. 21, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 16 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Coalition Urges Supreme Court to Protect Workers’ Organizing Rights in Key Labor Case
Hawai‘i and 20 other states, filed an amicus brief on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018, urging the U.S. Supreme Court.
Portions of HVNP Remain Closed During Government Shutdown
Portions of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Remain Closed Monday for Public Safety during Government Shutdown
Governor Ige Delivers State of the State Address
Governor David Ige delivered his fourth State of the State Address today and touched on key areas including the high cost of living, homelessness, and unemployment.
HPD Seeking Information About Suspicious Fires
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying anyone who may have information about the cause of three suspicious fires that occurred today.
