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HPD Investigating Early Morning Shooting Incident in Puna
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Friday, July 28, 2017, in Puna.
Scheduled Weekend Lane & Road Closures: July 28–30
Temporary road and lane closures will be in effect from Friday, July 28, to Sunday, July 30, 2017.
Woman Arrested in Connection With Stolen Vehicle
The Hawaiʻi Police Department’s task force charged a woman in connection with a stolen Hyundai sedan that was taken from a Pāhoa residence on June 17.
Restoration to Begin on Kekaha Kai Anchialine Pools
Volunteers are invited to participate in a community workday and free fun activities to help restore three anchialine pools in Kekaha Kai State Park.
HELCO to Host Meetings on Power Grid Upgrade Plans
Hawai‘i Electric Light Company invites the public to meetings next week to share its draft plan to modernize Hawai‘i Island’s power grid…
Homeless Must Leave Old Kona Airport Park by Aug. 2
A limited number of spaces at homeless shelters are available to receive the homeless campers at the park and outreach workers have been reaching out to them.
Smoke Alarm Sounds: Keck Observatory II Evacuated
The smoke alarm went off in the WM Keck Observatory II control room at about 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, the observatory reported last night.
UPDATE:TMT Permit Approved by Hearing Officer
Former Circuit Court Judge Riki May Amano recommended that the Thirty Meter Telescope project be allowed to proceed atop Maunakea on the Big Island.
South Hilo Crime Report: July 14–20
South Hilo Community Police responded to two burglaries, eight vehicle thefts and seven vehicle break-ins over a seven-day period from July 14 to 20, 2017.
Current, Future State Highway Projects Data Available on HDOT Website
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation Highways Division has made state highway project status data available to the public on the HDOT website.
HPD Arrests 15 Motorists for DUI Violations: July 17–23
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 15 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Sen. Schatz Slams Plan to Repeal ACA, Gut Medicaid
Following a partisan vote today to advance legislation that would repeal the Affordable Care Act, Sen. Brian Schatz spoke out against the Republican bill…
AARP: Smishing is the New Phishing
Instead of sending emails, hackers are increasingly using text messages to reach potential victims, experts warn.
Hirono Comments on Republican Healthcare Bill
Senate Republicans voted today to open the debate on repealing the Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare).
Carjacking/Robbery Suspect Wanted by HPD
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 23-year-old Hilo man in connection with a robbery that occurred on Monday, July 24, on Highway 19 near Pepeʻekeo.
Biologists Reintroduce Endangered Species at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
A team of biologists has accomplished two monumental feats in Hawaiian plant conservation arena: the successful reintroduction of two endangered species.
HDOT Announces Pedestrian Safety Month in August
HDOT has partnered with Girl Scouts Hawai‘i to raise awareness around pedestrian safety.
Study: Hawai‘i Ranks No. 1 in Nation for Theft
The study analyzed FBI data and Hawai‘i topped the list in every category for items stolen.
HNL to Receive $1.6M+ for Safety Efforts
Hawai‘i will receive more than $1.6 million in FAA funding to increase airport safety and operations at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
Vehicle Theft Suspects Arrested in Puna
The HPD task force served a search warrant on Thursday, July 20, on the stolen vehicle and recovered a loaded, sawed-off shotgun and ammunition.
