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Sen. Hirono Unveils new ‘virtual office’ website
The new website is designed to make it easier for her constituents to obtain information and present their views to the senator.
Hilo Chosen in ‘Home Street Matters’ Repainting Contest
The Big Island’s capitol city was selected to be one of 20 towns in the US and Canada to get main streets spruced up by the Benjamin Moore paint company.
State Announces Ungulate Control, Carcass Salvage Dates
The aerial shooting of feral sheep and goats on the slopes of Mauna Kea is required under a federal court order to protect the endangered palila.
Hawaii Volcanoes Goes To Edge and Beyond for Science
A team of rangers and scientists rappelled into a pit crater to collect rare plant materials to use in regeneration efforts.
Water Shut-Off Wednesday Night in Waimea
The affected area is on Mamalahoa Highway between Lindsey Road and the Carter Business Center.
Police Release July 5 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
BLOG: Marathon GMO Bill Testimony Pau; Discussion to Resume July 30
In its current form, Bill 79 would ban new genetically modified crops on the Big Island and place restrictions on those already here.
Visitors Discover Garter Snake in Kona Vacation Condo
State agriculture officials say the family may have inadvertently brought the snake with them in their luggage.
Law Aims to Help Landlords While Lowering Renters’ Utility Bills
The legislation allows landlords to install photovoltaic energy systems and sell the power to tenants at a reduced cost.
Police Now Say Johnson Suspect in Royal’s Murder
Police said as a result of follow-up investigation, Boaz Johnson is now considered the suspect in the murder investigation.
Hilo, Puna Emergency Siren Failures Traced to Repeater Site
Civil defense officials said radio transmission equipment at Kulani on Mauna Loa failed to send out signals during the monthly test held Monday.
West Hawaii Beach Parks Closing Early July 4
Hapuna Beach and Kekaha Kai state parks will close at 5 p.m. that day to discourage fireworks use.
New Law Requires Background Checks for Imported Firearms, Too
The governor also signed a bill that increases the penalties for those who use simulated firearms in the commission of crimes.
Paauilo Men Charged With Livestock Theft
The men were found by a Honokaa rancher Sunday with a butchered calf and a firearm.
John Tucker Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison
The former owner of a Pahoa-area bed-and-breakfast had pleaded guilty to producing child pornography.
It’s Hurricane Season — Time to Check Insurance Coverage
State officials are reminding the public they can shop around for the best prices on hurricane insurance, and to make sure that policies are up-to-date.
Governor Signs Bills Protecting Women and Children
One of the bills makes it a crime to solicit a minor for prostitution.
HI-5 Redemption Hours Reduced at Four County Stations
Stations in Hilo, Waimea, Kealakehe and Keauhou will be open fewer days because of reduced funding from the state.
Kahele Named Chairman of New Committee on Tourism
The new committee is the result of the splitting of the Committee on Tourism and Hawaiian Affairs.
Hilo Man Gets 20-Year Prison Sentence in Meth Case
Francis Ogata was convicted in January of receiving the drug that had been mailed to Hilo from Las Vegas.
