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HPD Investigates Hele-On Stabbing
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating a Saturday morning stabbing that occurred aboard a Hele-On bus in Honoka’a.
Four Attempt Overnight Escape at HCCC
Four individuals attempted to escape from Hawai’i Community Correctional Center overnight, using a piece of furniture to break through a door.
Mauna Kea Hui Responds to OHA Statement
Representatives of the Mauna Kea Hui responded Friday to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs following OHA’s group meeting on the Thirty Meter Telescope.
Senate Confirms Case to Chair DLNR
The State Senate has confirmed Suzanne Case, a 28-year veteran at The Nature Conservancy, as the new Chair of the DLNR.
Police Seeking Missing Kona Man
A 57-year-old Kona man is being sought by Big Island police after being reported missing.
Hawai‘i First State to Raise Smoking Age to 21
The Senate passed SB 1030, making it illegal for anyone below the age of 21 to purchase tobacco or e-cigarette purchases.
State Judiciary Recognized for Community Efforts
Aloha United Way awarded the State Judiciary staff members with 2015 Spirit of Community Award on April 23 in recognition of campaign efforts benefiting the community.
Kilauea Summit Activity Increases
Inflation at Kilauea’s summit has led to an increase in lave lake levels that are higher than they have ever been since the summit eruption began in 2008.
Gov. Ige Signs Clean Air Bill into Law
Governor David Ige signed the Clean Air Bill Friday, banning the use of e-cigarettes where smoking is already illegal.
Police Release April 24 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Monday Kamehameha Avenue Water Shut-Off
Water will be temporarily shut off Monday as the Kamehameha Avenue Reconstruction Project continues with waterline work.
Pohakuloa Opens for Weekend Hunting
Pohakuloa Training Area will be opened by Army officials over the weekend for mammal hunting.
OHA Moves Trustee Meeting to Address TMT
A special meeting initially scheduled for May 7 to discuss the Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ position on the Thirty Meter Telescope project has been moved up.
HPD Investigates West Hawai’i Cemetery Theft
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating a March theft of Hawai’i County equipment from West Hawai’i Veterans Cemetery.
Ige Invited to Attend White House State Dinner
Governor David Ige and his wife, Dawn, have been invited to the White House State Dinner in honor of Japan’s Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe.
Japan Tsunami Debris Travels to Hawai’i
Possible debris from the Japan tsunami has made its way to Hawai’i, according to the Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Souki, Namohala Named ‘Officer of the Month’
The Aloha Exchange Club celebrated its March and April “Officers of the Month” on Thursday.
Akaka Falls’ Parking Under New Operators
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of State Parks has announced a new a parking fee company for Akaka Falls State Park.
Suspects Sought in Kurtistown Assault and Robbery
Police are investigating an assault and robbery that occurred at the Kurtistown ballpark on the evening of April 22.
NPS Reports National Park Economic Impact
A recent National Park Service report says that Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park visitation continues to climb. In 2014, visitors rose by 6.9 percent
