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DOH Launches Statewide Rat Lungworm Media Campaign
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health recently launched a statewide broadcast media campaign to educate residents and visitors about rat lungworm disease.
Suspects Charged With Burglary, Injuring Officers
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged a Pāhoa man and a Volcano woman in connection with a residential burglary in Puna that left two officers injured.
Vehicle-Bicycle Crash Victim Identified
He was identified as 70-year-old Jerry Lee Wiseman of Pepeʻekeo.
Hawai‘i County Fireworks Permit and Sales Locations
Fireworks permits will be available for purchase beginning Tuesday, Dec. 26. Fireworks sales will begin on Dec. 26 and will end at midnight on New Year’s Eve.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Late Wednesday Night
A Flash Flood Watch is now in effect for the Big Island, Kaho‘olawe, Lāna‘i, Maui and Moloka‘i from this evening through late Wednesday night.
Gov. Ige Releases Statement of Net Neutrality Repeal
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige released a statement in response to yesterday’s net neutrality repeal vote by the Federal Communications Commission.
New Online Tool Provides 2016 Election Data for Hawai‘i
The online interactive database provides comprehensive election data for all 50 states.
Conservative Organization Gives Low Marks to Hawai‘i Legislators
The ACUF has reviewed each piece of legislation voted on by Hawai‘i legislators to produce average scores for each chamber and individual scores for each member.
High Surf & Wind Advisories in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service issued a High Surf Advisory for the east-facing shores of Kohala, Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna through tomorrow.
REPORT: Hawai‘i No. 2 Healthiest State in Nation
According to United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings Annual Report for 2017, Hawai‘i lost its No. 1 ranking as the healthiest state to Massachusetts.
Registration of Hula Hālau Name Sparks Controversy
A hula student has filed a tradename in Japan for Halau Ka Liko Pua O Kalaniakea, setting off a controversy that has outraged thousands on social media.
Legislators Ask Experian to Ease Sign-Up for ACA Plans
Because the number of credit freezes has increased in the wake of the Equifax data breach, consumers may be prevented from enrolling in health plans…
Hawai‘i Supreme Court Supports Right to Healthy Environment
The appeal challenged the PUC’s denial of Sierra Club’s request to intervene in a case involving a proposed agreement by MECO to buy power from the former HC&S’s coal-fired power plant.
Rep. Gabbard: We Must Reverse Corporate-Backed Repeal of Net Neutrality
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (Hawai‘i-02) released the following statement on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017, after the FCC voted to repeal Title II net neutrality regulations.
HDOT Outlines Big Island Highway Projects
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation provided an update on Dec. 14 on high-visibility, current and upcoming highways projects.
Wind Advisory Extended for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Wind Advisory for most areas on the Big Island through 6 a.m. Friday, Dec. 15, 2017.
HOVE Resident, 42, Found Dead
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating the death of a 42-year-old man in the Kaʻū District.
IRS: Taxpayer, Tax Pro Warning of New Scam Targeting Hotmail Users
The phishing email leads taxpayers to sign in to a fake Microsoft page and then asks for personal and financial information.
