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Bill Would Extend Forfeiture Actions to Petty Misdemeanors
Senate Bill 1342 would allow government seizure of real property and other assets for such offenses as possession of small amounts of marijuana.
Native Moth Outbreak Causing Defoliation of Koa Forests
Wildlife officials say a sudden outbreak of the koa moth is responsible for the biggest defoliation episode on record.
Police Release Feb. 15 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Bill That Would Repeal PLDC Moves to Senate
The measure received near-unanimous support during votes today and Wednesday before moving to the Senate.
Governor Makes Funding Request for Kulani Reopening
Gov. Neil Abercrombie is seeking to add 91 staff positions costing more than $9 million over the next two years.
Naalehu Focus of Another Water Shut-Off Friday
For the second week in a row the county Department of Water Supply will temporarily cut service in Naalehu to allow for a new service connection.
Kaiser Permanente Establishes Plastic Bag Ban
The Hawaii region is the health organization’s first to impose the ban.
UPDATE: Matsumoto Appears in Court; Faces Life Without Parole
Murder Victim Rhonda Ahu had bailed Matsumoto out of jail after he was arrested for violating probation for failing to attend domestic violence treatment.
NASA to Stream Information on Friday’s Asteroid Flyby
The space agency will provide commentary and animation of the close approach beginning 9 a.m. Hawaii time.
County Bond Sale to Save Isle Taxpayers $8.5M
The County of Hawai’i recently sold $98.8 million in bonds, a move that will save taxpayers about $8.5 million over the life of the bonds.
Tucker Pleads Guilty to Making Child Pornography
John Ridgely Tucker will face a term of between 15 and 30 years in federal prison when he is sentenced in May.
Man Charged for Threats That Prompted School Lockdowns
Lyle Kawika Pascubillo was being held on $4,000 bail after being charged with two counts of terroristic threatening.
Police Investigating Burglaries in Kaumana, Piihonua
A 21-year-old Hilo man is being sought for outstanding warrants and for questioning about the break-ins.
Fire Caused by Candle Destroys Puna Home
One of the occupants sustained burns to her hands while trying to leave the building.
Land Board Hears Final Arguments on Huge Telescope
The Board of Land and Natural Resources is considering whether to approve the Thirty Meter Telescope atop Mauna Kea.
Bill Legalizing Marijuana Dead For Session
The chairman of the House Judiciary Committee said he killed the measure because of a lack of support from lawmakers.
Groundbreaking Today for New Airport Cargo Building
The $14 million facility at Hilo International Airport will also contain offices for agencies that oversee freight activities.
Missing Maui College Student Located
The woman was originally reported missing from Lakewood, Wash., where she was attending college.
Chief Justice Seeking $90M for New Kona Courthouse
He is also supporting a budget allocation that would bolster court security by adding seven more deputy sheriffs on the Big Island.
Police Arrest Hilo Man in Double Murder
Two children in the Leilani Street home were uninjured in the shootings late Monday night.
