Rep. Gabbard: Vote Against Bill Rolling Back Financial Regulations
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) is urging Congress to vote against a bill that would roll back financial regulations put in place after the 2008 financial crisis.
Letter: End Delays for Predatory College Loan Cancellations
A letter demands that the DOE ends long delays in its program to cancel federal loans for students in Hawai‘i victimized by predatory for-profit colleges.
Legislator Comments on FBI Director Nominee
“His loyalty pledge must be to the Constitution and the country, not to Donald Trump.”
Hazardous Waste Collection Event in Kona
The Department of Environmental Management will hold its next Household Hazardous Collection on Saturday, June 10, 2017, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the Kailua-Kona (Kealakehe) Recycling & Transfer Station. The public came out in droves to dispose of their used motor oil, paint, poisons, solvents and batteries at the Hilo Hazardous Waste Collection […]
WANTED: Anatoliy Borisov on Bench Warrants
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 28-year-old Kailua-Kona man who is wanted on outstanding warrants.
Man Dies as Result of Single-Vehicle Accident
The victim has been identified as Jonathan A.K. Brown, 31, who passed away on May 22 from injuries resulting from a May 6 accident in Kaū.
Senators Lead Call for Continued Support of Pell Grant Program
The Pell Grant program helps millions of students nationwide and 20,000 students in Hawai‘i attain higher education.
90 Percent of Residents Favor Reef Protections from Aquarium Trade
If signed into law, SB1240 will limit capturing Hawai‘i reef wildlife for aquariums.
Hawai‘i First to Enact Law That Aligns with Paris Agreement
Gov. David Ige and Hawai‘i’s county mayors and representatives gathered for the signing of two bills and a mayors’ agreement that support the commitments and goals of the Paris climate accord.
Wastewater Discharge in Puhi Bay in Hilo
The cause of the discharge is currently under investigation.
HCC Pālamanui to Offer Program Update
Come and see what’s happening at the most happening place for higher education in West Hawai‘i.
Scheduled Lane Closures: June 3–9
Temporary road and lane closures will be in effect on the Big Island through Friday, June 3 to 9, 2017.
UPDATE: $400 More Needed for Heart Transplant Fund Matching Donation
To offset the cost of travel, surgery and recovery, Tazzy’s family has set a goal to raise $20,000. So far, the family has received about $7,000…
Help Kids Become ‘Bully Proof’
Learn about this serious community concern, and how to help educate and empower keiki to be “Bully Proof.”
HI-EMA Urges Preparation for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season has arrived and the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) recommends residents prepare an “emergency kit” of a minimum of 14 days of food, water and other supplies. “The reason we’re increasing the recommendation to 14 days (previously seven) is based on the documented experience from other states and jurisdictions that have gone through […]
DOH Receives Over $3M for Adolescent Substance Abuse/Mental Health Disorders
The grant will provide funding over four years for the treatment of adolescents and transitional aged youth with substance abuse and mental health disorders.
Hawai‘i Joins ‘We are Still In’ Climate Coalition
“We… are joining forces for the first time to declare that we will continue to support climate action to meet the Paris Agreement.”
Hawai‘i Mumps Update: More Cases Bring Total to 89
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health has confirmed eight additional mumps cases on O‘ahu, bringing the total number to 89 this year.
UPDATE: Congressional Delegation Urges Halt of Big Island Resident Deportation
Sen. Hirono and the Hawai‘i Congressional Delegation urged the Department of Homeland Security to stop the deportation of Big Island resident Andres Ortiz.
Trail, Area Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau
Trail and area closures are scheduled in June 2017 for Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park.
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