News
Ka’u Copper Thieves Sought by HPD
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking information and the identity of those involved in a copper theft.
Snowden Conversation Live on Na Leo ‘O Hawai’i
Edward Snowden is scheduled to be live via video conference during ACLU of Hawai’i’s Davis Levin First Amendment Conference.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/5/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense continues to report no forward advancement in the downslope areas of the June 27 lava flow.
Hawai’i CC Professor Named HBEA Educator of the Year
Anne Chung, associate professor at Hawai’i Community College, has been named Educator of the Year by the Hawai’i Business Education Association.
Kimura Named ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Bradden Kimura has been named “Officer of the Month” by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee.
HPD Active Shooter Presentation in Waimea
The Hawai’i Police Department will hold an active shooter presentation in Waimea on Feb. 17.
PITA Tournament to Close Hilo Trap and Skeet Range
The Hilo Trap and Skeet Range will be closed to public shooting Feb. 14-15 to accommodate the Pacific International Association 2015 State Championship.
Military Convoys Scheduled to Travel West Hawai’i Roads
Military convoys of Oahu-based military personnel are scheduled between Kawaihae Harbor and Pohakuloa Training Area on Feb. 5 and Feb. 6.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/4/15
The June 27 remains stalled at all downslope areas of the flow, while activity remains along the north and south margins and within the flow pad.
Numerous Bills Introduced by Sen. Ruderman
Senator Russell Ruderman introduced a number of bills this legislative session, some of which are already been scheduled for hearing.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
All Hawai’i Police Department DUI related statistics continue to remain down from the same time the year prior.
$4 Million in Funds Released for Waimea Regional Park
Four million dollars in general obligation bond funds have been appropriated by the Legislature to finance construction of improvements to the Waimea Regional Park.
Police Seek Identity of Puna Property Damage Suspect
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the identity of a man involved in a property damage incident in Puna last month.
Over 2,000 Accepted in UH Automatic Admission Program
Over 2,000 students attending University of Hawai’i community colleges have been chosen as eligible for the automatic admission program.
DLNR Issues Citations to Lost Hikers
Two hikers that got lost over the weekend received citations from the Department of Land and Natural Resources for entering a closed area that was deemed dangerous.
New Commercial Greenwaste Fee Effective in March
The County of Hawai’i Department of Environmental Management has announced new tipping fees for commercial greenwaste disposal.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/3/15
All downslope areas of the June 27 lava flow remain stalled. Smoke and vog conditions were reported as moderate to heavy.
Kamehameha Summer Exploration Series
Kamehameha Schools is accepting applications for its Summer Exploration Series of programs.
Hakalau Fire Hydrant Flow Test Friday
A Fire hydrant test in the Hakalau area, scheduled for Friday, may cause discolored and turbid water in the area for several hours.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/2/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense says that the June 27 lava flow continues to show no advancement in all downslope areas.
