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Hirono Supports Access and Preservation of Native Hawaiian Culture
Senator Mazie K. Hirono announced that Hawai‘i organizations will receive more than $500,000 to enhance access to native Hawaiian language and cultural resources.
Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy Receives 2017 Healthy School Award
Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy was one of three schools selected nationally to receive a 2017 Healthy School Award from The Healthy Facilities Institute
HPD Arrests 36 Motorists for DUI Violations: Sept. 4–Sept. 10
During the week Sept. 4 to Sept, 10, 2017, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 36 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
No Tsunami Threat From 4.2-M Quake NE of O‘ahu
The U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory recorded a magnitude-4.2 earthquake located off the northeast coast of O‘ahu on Sept. 15 at 8:40 p.m.
UPDATE: Small Craft Advisory Cancelled
The Small Craft Advisory issued through 6 a.m. today has been cancelled.
Hawaiian Air to Waive Change Fees Due to Typhoon Talim
Hawaiian Airlines will waive change fees for customers traveling between Honolulu and Japan due to Typhoon Talim
North Kona Water Restriction Continues: Irrigation Still Prohibited
The North Kona Water Restriction remains in effect as the Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply continues its efforts to repair the area’s deepwells.
Senators Introduce Protection Act After Equifax Hack
The Freedom from Equifax Exploitation (FREE) Act would return control over credit and personal information to consumers.
HDOA to Receive $332,000 for Pesticide Regulation
EPA awards $332,000 to Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture for pesticide programs.
Hawai‘i Island Weekend Lane Closures: Sept. 15–17
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled from Friday, Sept. 15 to Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017.
Peter Boy’s Mother Back in Court
Court documents claim that she is not complying with the terms and conditions of her probation.
UPDATE: One of Two Suspects Arrested in Hilo Carjacking Case
During the car jacking incident, one of the suspects was reported to have brandished a machete.
North Korea Fires Missile Over Japan
Multiple news outlets have reported that North Korea has fired an “unidentified projectile this morning toward the east from the Sunan area in North Korea.”
House Passes Amendment to Increase Funding for the Native CDFI Program
The House passed an amendment to the appropriations package to provide an additional $1M to the Native American Community Development Financial Institutions.
Hawai‘i’s Pacific Island Ocean Observing System to Receive $2.8+ M
The University of Hawai‘i’s Pacific Island Ocean Observing System will receive over $2.8 million in NOAA funding.
HPD Seeking Cell Phone Theft Suspect
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a female who is suspected of stealing a black LG cell phone.
Sen. Hirono Supports for Medicare for All
Sen. Bernie Sanders unveiled his single-payer healthcare proposal, the Medicare for All plan, today, before a packed room of supporters on Capitol Hill.
House Passes Amendment to Prevent Police Seizure of Property
U.S. Representatives passed a bipartisan amendment to an appropriations package preventing police from seizing private property for profit without due process.
Hawai‘i to Receive $185 Million to Help Homeless Veterans
Funding will give struggling veterans access to stable housing and provide them with services they need to get back on their feet and find a home of their own.
Puna Man Wanted in Connection With Assault Investigation
The HPD is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a Puna man wanted on an outstanding bench warrant and for questioning regarding an assault investigation.
