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HDOT Begins Guardrail Improvements on Hāmākua Coast
Guardrail improvements along Hawai‘i Belt Road on the Hāmākua coast begin today.
High Surf Advisory Issued
Strong trade winds will produce high surf along east-facing shores and will subside over the weekend, as will the winds, according to the National Weather Service.
Death of Hilo Man Ruled as Suicide, Police Say
A man found dead in Hilo on Valentine’s Day was ruled a suicide, Hawaii Police report Wednesday morning.
Body Discovered in Area Where a Woman Was Reported Missing
The Hawai‘i Police Department seeks the public’s help in locating a 41-year-old woman, who was reported missing.
House Passes State Operating Budget, Bill Moves to Senate
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives passed the state operating budget for fiscal biennium 2019-21.
PSD Announces New Wardens for HCC, KCF
Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center and Kulani Correctional Facility are under new management.
No Timeframe for TMT construction on Maunakea, Officials Say
As an agreement to hold off construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope comes to an end, TMT officials say they don’t have a timeframe for beginning work on Maunakea.
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Diverted in ‘Terrifying’ Ordeal for Visiting Family
A Kansas City family recounts their frightening Valentine’s Day experience on a flight from Maui to Kauai.
Tattoo Expo Promoters Fined for Allowing Unlicensed Tattoo Artists at Event
Between Jan. 24 and 25, 2020, health department agents observed 12 individuals without a valid Hawai‘i State tattoo license practicing the occupation of tattooing at the Honolulu Tattoo Expo.
42 Individuals Self-Monitoring for Coronavirus, DOH Updates
The number of individuals self-monitoring for COVID-19 in Hawai‘i has reduced to 42, according the Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Tuesday morning.
Police in Search of Missing Hilo Man
Hawaiʻi Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a Hilo man who was reported missing.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Theft Suspect
Hawai‘i Police seek the public’s assistance with identifying a suspect in a theft and identity theft investigation.
Wind Advisory for Areas of Hawai‘i Island
A wind advisory is in effect for portions of the Big Island until Thursday morning.
Kona Community Hospital Foundation Accepts $4K Donation
The American Resort Developers Association (ARDA) donated $4,000 to the Kona Hospital Foundation (KHF) in support of Kona Community Hospital.
New Grant to Increase Employment Outcomes for Youth With Disabilities
A new grant awarded to to University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa College of Education will support a project aimed at increasing employment outcomes for youth with disabilities and breaking down employment barriers.
Village 9 Homeless Camp Construction Slated for Early Spring
Homeless could take up residence in the Kailua-Kona homeless project by as early as summer 2020.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
53 Self-Monitor for Coronavirus in Hawai‘i After Visiting Japanese Couple Tests Positive
One man remains in quarantine as Department of Health investigation continues.
Major Intersection Upgrade Public Meeting
How complicated can an intersection be? The answer is maybe more complicated than you think.
Puna Town Hall Meeting Addresses Telehealth, Broadband
With a massive physician shortage statewide, officials are looking to the technology of Telehealth to care for Hawai‘i’s rural communities.
