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HPD Releases Portion of Big Island Wanted List

Police ask that anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person on this list call the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.

Big Island Weekend Road Closures, June 26 to June 28

All projects are weather permitting.

HPD Chief Takes Issue With Police Reform Bill

The names of disciplined police officers could soon become public record.

Emotion Runs High at Informal Gathering to Discuss Sex Trafficking

Passions ran high and opinions flowed freely at an informal public meeting Wednesday to discuss concerns about sex trafficking on the Big Island. 

Big Island Bars, Public Pools Get Nod to Reopen

Nightclubs, large indoor and outdoor venues such as concerts and conventions, and road races such as marathons will remain closed.

Hawai‘i Defers 3% Tariff Increase at State Harbors

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Harbors Division will defer the scheduled 3% tariff increase on the orders of Governor David Ige.

DOH Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday

The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 16 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 850.

Jury Trials Set to Resume Sept. 1

Circuit Court jury trials are expected to resume on Sept. 1, Hawai‘i Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald announced Tuesday.

HPD Investigating Vehicle Theft in Keaʻau

Hawaiʻi Police Department is seeking the public’s help in providing information on reported vehicle theft in Keaʻau.

Hawai‘i Police Department is Hiring

Starting June 28, the HPD will be accepting applications for Police Officer I. The application period closes July 7.

County Cancels Swim, Fishing Tournament

The Richardson Rough Water Swim is a one-mile open ocean race held annually that starts and ends at Richardson Ocean Park in Hilo.

Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i Applauds Effort to Reopen State to Travelers

The Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i supports the effort to reopen Trans-Pacific travel beginning Aug. 1 after months of mandated quarantine orders were put in place to stem the spread of COVID-19.

Electric Vehicle Benefits to Sunset This Month

Electric vehicles have been able to park at airports free of charge since 2012.

Travel to Reopen to Visitors with Pre-Travel Testing Program

Trans-pacific travel will reopen to visitors Aug. 1 under a pre-travel testing program as an alternative to a 14-day quarantine.

DOH Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases

Hawai‘i Department of Health has identified 16 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the state total to 835.

Federal Funds to Support Native Hawaiian, Educational Institutions

Hawaii is set to receive $537,823 to support four Native Hawaiian and educational institutions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sign Up Available for Summer Senior Classes

Kūpuna are invited to register for the summer session of senior recreation classes provided by the Elderly Activities Division of the Department of Parks and Recreation.

DWS to Reopen for In-Person Services

The Department of Water Supply will begin offering in-person services by appointment only effective July 1.

Concerns Over Missing Children, Sex Trafficking Prompts Community Meeting

The worries over Hawai‘i Island’s number of missing children and concerns of sex trafficking have grown over the past several weeks.

DOJ Issues Official Support For Lawsuit Against Ige, Travel Quarantine

The Center For American Liberty, on behalf of residents of Nevada and California who own property in Hawai‘i, filed a federal lawsuit last week against Governor David Ige
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