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Hirono Introduces Bill to Strengthen Volcano Monitoring
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono and other senators introduced legislation to improve volcano monitoring and early warning capabilities.
Big Island Legislators Hold Town Hall Discussion
Sen. Russell Ruderman, Rep. Chris Todd and County of Hawaiʻi Managing Director Wil Okabe recently held a Legislative Town Hall Discussion.
Meadow Gold Ordered to Halt Sale of 2% Milk
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health ordered Meadow Gold Dairies to stop its distribution and sale of 2% reduced-fat milk today.
HPD Seeks Woman for Warrants, Assault Investigation
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 31-year-old woman wanted on two bench warrants.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for all Hawaiian Islands from noon HST today through Wednesday afternoon.
Water Notice for Kapa‘au and North Kohala Area
The affected areas may experience slight discolored and turbid water for several hours after the test.
Rescued Pueo Put to Sleep
Authorities say they decided to put the animal to sleep to prevent continued suffering, as it would likely require pain medication for the rest of its life.
Three HPD Officers Promoted to Captain
Hawai‘i Police Department Chief Paul Ferreira has announced three promotions to the rank of captain.
HFIA Seeking Volunteers for Tree Planting
The Hawai‘i Forest Industry Association is seeking volunteers to plant Douglas fir trees during its third annual ‘Āina Mauna Christmas Tree Planting on March 3.
Upcoming Repair Closes Waika‘alulu Gulch Bridge
The Waika‘alulu Gulch Bridge mauka of Highway 19 on Ka‘apahu Road will be closed for repair work between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. from Feb. 27 through March 1.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Recognized for Pro-Environment Voting Record
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard received a 100% score from the League of Conservation Voters for her pro-environment voting record
IRS Releases List of 2017 Tax Scams
The Internal Revenue Service has announced its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams for 2017 identifying schemes that taxpayers may encounter year-round, especially during tax-filing season. Taxpayers are advised to guard against any attempts to steal personal information, money scams or coercion into questionable behaviors with taxes. “Taxpayers can and should stay alert to […]
HAPA Launches Second ‘Kuleana Academy’
The Hawai‘i Alliance for Progressive Action (HAPA) and its Education Alliance Partners have launched the 2017 “Kuleana Academy,” a leadership development and political candidate training program involving 17 participants statewide. This is the second round of the program which is designed to educate and train aspiring leaders in Hawaiʻi who want to serve in public […]
Police Seek Suspects in Attempted Puppy Theft
At approximately 1:30 a.m. Friday, a pair of individuals broke open a gate securing the kennel area of the Kona Humane Society and removed a 1-year-old American Stratfordshire Terrier named “Cholo.”
HPD Reminds Firearm Owners to Register within 5 Days
After obtaining the proper permit to purchase a firearm and after the firearm has been purchased, it is the owner’s responsibility to register it within five days.
Conrad Bidal Named Officer of the Month for February
Bidal assisted in evacuating occupants of apartments above Luquin’s restaurant during a midnight fire that destroyed the structure.
HPD WANTED: Current Bench Warrant List Issued
Crime Stoppers is a volunteer program run by ordinary citizens who want to keep their community safe.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Visits Hawaiʻi Island Kūpuna
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard visited with some of the 1,129 kūpuna who serve Hawaiʻi Island communities through the county’s Elderly Activities Division.
