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Sen. Schatz Comments on Ties to Russia
Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) released a statement regarding reports that Attorney General Jeff Sessions met with Russian officials during the 2016 campaign…
Hawaiʻi Ranked No. 1 in School Internet Connectivity
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education increased its broadband at schools from 0.3 gigabytes/second to 8.0 gigabytes/second.
HPD Seeks Pāhoa Robbery Suspects
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two persons who are suspects in a robbery investigation.
Sen. Hirono Nominates 3 Hawai‘i Island Students to Service Academies
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono has nominated three Hawai‘i Island students to the U.S. military service academies for the Class of 2021.
HPD Arrests 31 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Feb.20 through 26, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 31 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
HPD to Hold North Kohala Community Meeting
The Hawaiʻi Police Department will hold a community meeting for residents of North Kohala at 5 p.m. on March 9, 2017, at the North Kohala Judiciary Building.
New Case of Bee Disease Found in Hawai‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture is sending out an alert to Hawai‘i beekeepers about a new case of a destructive bee disease, American foulbrood (AFB).
Trail Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
The Hale Ho‘okipa Visitor Center and the Ala Mauka Makai Trail leading from Hale Ho‘okipa Visitor Center to Honokōhau Beach will be closed March 2 and 3.
Bridge Work to Begin March 2
The Ka‘apahu-Waika‘alulu Gulch Bridges No.44-2, No.44-3 and the Waika’alulu Bridge No.44-5 on Pa‘auilo Mauka Road will be closed for repair work.
March Siren Test Rescheduled Due to Weather
The state and counties jointly agree it would be best to reschedule the testing so as to avoid public confusion.
Hirono Introduces Bill to Strengthen Volcano Monitoring
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono and other senators introduced legislation to improve volcano monitoring and early warning capabilities.
Big Island Legislators Hold Town Hall Discussion
Sen. Russell Ruderman, Rep. Chris Todd and County of Hawaiʻi Managing Director Wil Okabe recently held a Legislative Town Hall Discussion.
Meadow Gold Ordered to Halt Sale of 2% Milk
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health ordered Meadow Gold Dairies to stop its distribution and sale of 2% reduced-fat milk today.
HPD Seeks Woman for Warrants, Assault Investigation
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 31-year-old woman wanted on two bench warrants.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for all Hawaiian Islands from noon HST today through Wednesday afternoon.
Water Notice for Kapa‘au and North Kohala Area
The affected areas may experience slight discolored and turbid water for several hours after the test.
Rescued Pueo Put to Sleep
Authorities say they decided to put the animal to sleep to prevent continued suffering, as it would likely require pain medication for the rest of its life.
Three HPD Officers Promoted to Captain
Hawai‘i Police Department Chief Paul Ferreira has announced three promotions to the rank of captain.
HFIA Seeking Volunteers for Tree Planting
The Hawai‘i Forest Industry Association is seeking volunteers to plant Douglas fir trees during its third annual ‘Āina Mauna Christmas Tree Planting on March 3.
