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Kawaihai-Pōhakuloa Convoy Scheduled for Feb. 4
O‘ahu-based members of the 2/6 Cavalry are scheduled to convoy between Kawaihae Pier and the Pōhakuloa Training Area on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hilo Woman Dies as Result of Single-Vehicle Crash
A 42-year-old Hilo woman has died from a single-vehicle crash the evening of Jan. 23 on Haku Nui Road in Captain Cook.
Fire Damages Kailua Residence
The Hawai‘i FIre Department responded to a report of a fire in progress on Royal Poinciana Way in Kailua on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017.
Kailua-Kona Man Dies in Truck-Cycle Crash
A 59-year-old Kailua-Kona man died from a truck and motorized cycle crash Thursday afternoon, Feb. 2, in Kaupulehu in North Kona on the Māmālahoa Highway.
770-Acre Keamuku Fire 80% Contained
The Pōhakuloa Training Area’s Fire and Emergency Services have nearly contained a wildland fire in the Keamuku Maneuver Area that had spread to more than 770 acres. Despite firefighting efforts that continued through midnight last night and resumed at daybreak, shifting winds and dry conditions caused the fire to spread rapidly. As of noon today, […]
Groups Issue Joint Statement Opposing Trump’s Immigration Orders
A broad local coalition issued a statement on the steps of the Federal Building yesterday opposing President Donald Trump’s executive orders on immigration.
Legislators Introduce Sustainable Living Research Bill
The Sustainable Living Research Bill will allow for development of sustainable practices under a new permit process allowing for exemptions from the rules…
High Surf Warning Extended; Closures Continue
The National Weather Service has extended the High Surf Warning through this evening for the shores of Kohala, Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna.
Rep. Fukumoto Seeks to Switch Parties After Trump Criticism
Hawaiʻi House of Representatives Republicans ousted Rep. Beth Fukumoto (Chang) of Mililani from her role as House Minority Leader after she criticized Trump…
HPD Investigates Terroristic Threatening at Honoka‘a Schools
Hawaiʻi Island police have initiated a first-degree terroristic threatening case in connection with a threat to Honokaʻa High and Intermediate School today.
UPDATE 1: Firefighters Working to Contain Keamuku Maneuver Area Brushfire
The Pōhakuloa Training Area’s Fire and Emergency Services have been mobilized to fight a wildland fire in the Keamuku Maneuver Area.
Hirono Issues Statement on Supreme Court Nominee
“In his first two weeks as president, Donald Trump has demonstrated minimal tolerance for independent thinking and dissent.”
Monthly Siren Test Scheduled for Feb. 1
The state’s monthly test of the statewide outdoor warning siren system and the broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System is scheduled for Feb. 1.
Sierra Club Calls on First Hawaiian Bank to Divest
Over 100 concerned citizens gathered to participate in a demonstration calling attention to First Hawaiian Bank’s investment in fossil fuel infrastructure—including the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Hilo Man Arrested for 2015 Motorcycle Theft
Hawaiʻi Island police have arrested a Hilo man for the 2015 theft of a motorcycle.
Waipio Valley Murder Investigation Sent to Prosecutors
Hawaiʻi Island police detectives have completed their murder investigation in connection with a body discovered in Waipio Valley last year. The case has been routed to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney for review. The body of 49-year-old Thaine Ulysses Lucifer Price of Honokaʻa was found on March 3, 2016. RELATED LINK Police Investigate Found […]
High Surf Causes Big Island Closures
The National Weather Service has extended the current High Surf Warning for the shores of North Kona, Kohala, Hamakua and Puna through tomorrow morning.
Mauna Kea Recreation Area Closed Until Further Notice
The Department of Parks and Recreation announced yesterday that the Mauna Kea Recreation Area is closed until further notice due to maintenance issues.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Supreme Court Nominee
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) released the following statement on President Donald Trump’s nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the United States Supreme Court.
Sen. Schatz Opposes Tillerson’s Confirmation as Secretary of State
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) released a statement on Jan. 29 in opposition to confirming Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State.
