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Massive Fishing Net Bundle Removed from Hilo Bay
The recovery effort involved more than 1,500 pounds of tangled fishing net.
Legislation to Honor Nation’s World War I Memorials
Before the 100th Anniversary of World War I next year, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard has introduced bipartisan legislation to rehabilitate World War I memorials in Hawai‘i and across the country.
Hawai‘i Supreme Court Holds Oral Argument at UH Hilo
More than 270 Big Island students attended to enhance their understanding of the Judiciary’s role in government and its function in resolving disputes…
LCPCS Students Participate in World Tsunami Awareness Day
Laupāhoehoe Community Public Charter School participated in the High School Students Islands Summit on World Tsunami Awareness Day 2017 in Okinawa.
HPD: Puna Man Wanted for Questioning
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 35-year-old Puna man wanted for outstanding warrants and questioning.
Legislation Introduced to Close Background Check Loophole
Bipartisan legislation was introduced by Rep. Tulsi Gabbard & Rep. Scott Taylor that will close the loophole exploited by the Sutherland Springs, Texas shooter.
DOE Launches New Online Tool, Provides Insight on Progress
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education announced the launch of its Strategic Plan Dynamic Report at the Hawaiʻi State Board of Education meeting.
UPDATE: High Surf Advisory Extended for Hawai‘i Island
A High Surf Advisory was extended on Friday morning, Nov. 10 at 6:30, for the north-facing shores of Kohala, Hamakua, Hilo and Puna today through the weekend.
Have Coffee With a Cop at Island Lava Java
Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the department’s work in our community.
High Surf Advisory for Hawai‘i Island East-Facing Shores
A High Surf Advisory for the the east-facing shores of Kohala, Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna will start this afternoon and continue through the weekend.
Hawai‘i Island Resident Earns Congressional Gold Medal
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard announced that North Kohala Resident Alfred Estoche has earned a congressional gold medal.
Akaka Falls State Park Trail Reopens
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of State Parks has completed repair work to the .4-mile loop trail at Akaka Falls State Park.
Senators Reintroduce Legislation to Raise Smoking Age to 21
Every day, approximately 1,300 people die from smoking-related diseases, making tobacco the leading cause of preventable death in the United States.
Legislation to Reform Veterans’ Care Passes House
H.R.918 Veteran Urgent Access to Mental Healthcare Act unanimously passes the House of Representatives.
Hawai‘i Libraries to Close for Veteran’s Day Holiday
All public libraries and library support offices will be closed on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 11 and Nov. 12, in observance of Veteran’s Day.
Legislators Introduce Bill to Increase Seniors’ Access to Shingles Vaccine
The Protecting Seniors through Immunization Act (Shingles Prevention Act) would eliminate Medicare Part D beneficiaries’ out-of-pocket costs for the shingles vaccine.
Preferred Site Chosen for New OCCC
Gov. David Ige announced that the Animal Quarantine Station is the preferred location for the new Oʻahu Community Correctional Center.
Sen. Hirono, Democrats Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
Senate Democrats introduces a bill to ban the sale, transfer, manufacture and importation of military-style assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines.
UPDATE: Unidentified Man Dies as Result of Route 11 Crash
An unidentified man died in a two-vehicle crash early Wednesday morning, Nov. 8, 2017, in Kaʻū near the 46-mile marker of the Māmalahoa Highway Route 11.
