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Mosquito ‘Birth Control’ Targets Saving Hawai‘i’s Birds
UH researchers, the DLNR and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are teaming up to adapt a “birth control method” for mosquitos to protect Hawaiʻi’s native birds.
UPDATE: Strong Thunderstorm Alert Issued for Big Island
At 1:29 p.m., a strong thunderstorm was located 12 miles east of Kealakekua, or 17 miles east of Kailua-Kona.
Injured Pueo Heads to Rehab in Kona
DOFAW biologists transported the injured pueo to the airport to be loaded on a Hawaiian Airlines jet for the short flight to Kona on Hawai‘i island.
Ige to Attend National Governors Conference
The governor will join other governors from across the country to discuss a wide range of topics that are important to the future of the State of Hawai‘i.
Snow Possible for Big Island Summits
Strong thunderstorms over leeward and interior areas of the Big Island are forecast for the afternoon on Wednesday, Feb. 22.
Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 8 p.m. tonight.
5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Reported East of Japan
The USGS’ National Earthquake Information Center has reported a 5.5-magnitude earthquake near the east coast of Honshu, Japan.
Schatz Announces Subcommittee Assignments for 115th Congress
Schatz will serve as the lead Democrat on the Telecommunications subcommittee and MilCon/VA appropriations subcommittee
HPD Seeks Identity of Theft Suspect
The HPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying a person whose image was captured on a surveillance camera in connection with a theft investigation.
TMT Hearing: Native Hawaiian PUEO President Supports TMT Project
PUEO President and University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Ph.D. candidate Keahi Warfield took the stand in support of the TMT project.
Legislators to Host Town Hall Meeting in Pāhoa
Rep. Joy San Buenaventura and Sen. Russell Ruderman will host a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Pāhoa Community Center.
Wind Advisory Continues for Big Island
High pressure to the north will drive strong trade winds across portions of the Big Island and Maui County through tonight until 6 a.m. tomorrow.
Nominees for U.S. Service Academies Announced
Applicants were considered based on their ability to successfully meet the rigorous demands for undergraduate education and training of officers of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Trail to Close on Feb. 22
The Hale Ho‘okipa Visitor Center and the Ala Mauka Makai Trail leading from the center to Honokōhau Beach will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. The center and trail will close to provide public safety during the removal of invasive, non-native vegetation using helicopter operations. For further information, contact […]
Strong Trade Winds Forecast for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a wind advisory for the Big Island at
3:34 a.m., HST, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017.
Honolulu Airport Continues Operations After Incident
The Honolulu International Airport remains open today following an incident at a terminal at 5:48 a.m. involving a man who forced his way into a secured area.
Missing Person Advisory: Jared Bremer
Hilo police have disclosed that Jared Bremer of Hilo has been reported missing.
Sen. Inouye Appointed to Leadership Role for National Organization
Sen. Kim and Inouye have been selected to serve in leadership roles for the National Foundation for Women Legislators
Sen. Hirono, Other Democrats Introduce Bill Rescinding Trump’s Deportation Order
The Bill would rescind Trump’s Executive Order that targets law-abiding undocumented immigrants for deportation
