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Legislators Call on FCC to Protect Net Neutrality
Rep. Gabbard and Sen. Schatz releases statements in response to the FCC’s plan to dismantle landmark net neutrality rules.
UPDATE: Man Who Died Kaʻū Crash Identified
Officials determined that the man who died on Nov. 8 after being involved in a two-vehicle traffic collision on Māmalahoa Highway, died from injuries sustained in the accident.
Senators: ‘Pass Dream Act Before Senate Recesses in December’
Sens. Mazie Hirono, Catherine Masto and their Democratic women colleagues urged Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to pass the Dream Act.
Schools Roll Out More Data Visuals for Public to View
Hawaiʻi State Department of Education has released data for its remaining strategic goals.
Keaʻau Boy, 16, Reported Missing
Hawai’i Island Police are searching for a 16-year-old Keaʻau boy who was reported missing.
Student Pharmacists Collect Donations for Thanksgiving Food Drive
Student pharmacists from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo’s Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy collected more than 400 food items to donate to Hawaii families.
High Surf Warning for North & East Shores of Hawai‘i Island
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the north- and east-facing shores of Hawai’i Island through Friday.
Missing Hawai‘i Island Hunter Found Safe
A male hunter in his 60s who got lost in native forest off of Kahaulea Street in Volcano was rescued by the Hawaiʻi Fire Department.
HPD Arrests 25 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, Nov. 13 to 19, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Puna District Crime Report: Nov. 1–15, 2017
Puna Community Police responded to 11 burglaries, one robbery, 11 vehicle thefts and three vehicle break-ins in the Puna District between Nov. 1 and 15.
Hawai‘i State Senate Accepting Applications for 2018 Legislative Session
The Hawai‘i State Senate is accepting job applications for the upcoming 2018 legislative session.
Skyline Eco Adventures Collecting for Toys for Tots
Skyline Eco Adventures in Honomu is collecting donations for Toys for Tots.
Kīlauea Restriping Work, Nov. 21
The County of Hawai‘i Traffic Division will begin restriping work on Kīlauea Avenue from the 4-mile bridge to Hale Manu Drive on Tuesday, Nov. 21.
Man Who Interfered With American Airlines Flight Sentenced
U.S. District Judge Derrick K. Watson sentenced Uskanli to six months in federal prison, the amount of time that he has served since his arrest.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
Hawaiʻi County announces the following Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection events will occur between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., at the following locations.
HPD Seeking Kona Man Wanted on Warrants
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 51-year-old South Kona man wanted for outstanding warrants.
UPDATE: Snorkeler Dies Off Old Airport Beach Park
The search for a missing snorkeler off Old Airport Beach Park on Hawai‘i Island was conducted on Sunday and Monday, Nov. 19 and 20, 2017.
Marine Aircraft to Land Near Waiki‘i Ranch, Nov. 20–22
Residents in the area of Waikiʻi Ranch on Hawaiʻi island may hear noise coming from U.S. Marine Corps aircraft.
Hawai‘i Island High Surf Advisory
This is a High Surf Advisory message for Sunday, Nov. 19, at 9 a.m.
