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Three Rescued Off Shipman Beach
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a report involving three swimmers in distress.
Sen. Hirono on House Republicans’ Failed Effort on TrumpCare
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released a statement on Congressional Republicans’ decision to withdraw the American Health Care Act:
Sen. Schatz Comments on ‘TrumpCare’ Defeat
“This victory is proof that TrumpCare was never on the level.”
Mayor Kim: Homelessness Remains a High Priority
Big Island Mayor Harry Kim shared his third-term priorities in a meeting with Big Island Now on Wednesday, March 22,
Texas Woman Dies as Result of Hilo Crash
An 88-year-old Texas resident died following a three-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon, March 15, in Hilo.
Gov. Ige Attends Policy Conference
Gov. David Ige is in Washington State for a two-day policy conference sponsored by the Democratic Governors Association.
Rep. Gabbard Urges House to Vote No on AHCA Healthcare Bill
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard urged her colleagues to vote no on the American Health Care Act, which is expected for a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives today.
VIDEO UPDATE: ALL ROADS ARE OPEN
The Hawai‘i Police Department has issued a traffic alert for Kailua-Kona.
Study: Hawaiʻi Teens Drink Most Soda in Nation
Hawaiʻi teens drink more soda and eat less vegetables than the national average, according to new study conducted by Rehab.com.
UPDATE: Big Island Quake Upgraded to 4.4M
The earthquake which occurred at approximately 10:27 a.m. today, Thursday, March 23, 2017, was not large enough to cause a tsunami for the island or state of Hawai’i.
BBB: Watch out for Counterfeit Checks and Fake Clients
The Better Business Bureau is advising Hawaiʻi businesses to watch out for scammers using counterfeit traveler’s checks, as well as phone calls made by fake clients seeking credit card payment by phone for services. The BBB said several business owners have reported receiving counterfeit traveler’s checks as payment, many not realizing the situation until attempting […]
Vehicle Crashes Through Kamuela McDonald’s
These photos were taken by Kamuela resident Colin Edsman tonight, Wednesday, March 22.
Rep. Fukumoto Leaves Republican Party
Rep. Fukumoto is leaving the Republican Party and seeking membership in the Democratic Party.
HPD Arrests 25 Motorists for DUI Offenses
During the week of March 13 through 19, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
UH Press Publishes Open-Access Hawaiian Language Journal
The University of Hawai‘i Press now publishes a new, open-access resource for Hawaiian scholars.
Officer and Firefighter of the Year Honored
Puna Patrol Officer Joshua Baumgarner is the East Hawaiʻi “Officer of the Year” and Fire EMS Capt. Chris Honda is the “Firefighter of the Year.”
DLNR Survey Seeks Hunter Input
The information provided will be used directly in the planning of upcoming hunting seasons.
HPD Seeks Puna Burglary Suspects
The HPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying the persons whose images were captured on a surveillance camera in connection with a burglary in Puna.
Hilo Traffic Signal Maintenance Work Scheduled
Kanoelehua Avenue and Maka‘ala Street intersection on Wednesday, March 22, and on the Kanoelehua Avenue and Kawailani Street intersection on Sunday, April 2.
