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IRS Warns Taxpayers, Preparers About Impersonation Scam
The IRS and its Security Summit partners warn taxpayers and tax professionals about a new IRS impersonation scam campaign spreading nationally via email.
HSTA Praises DOE’s New Cooler Classroom Policy
The DOE policy will allow for more classrooms to be air conditioned sooner and for a much lower cost than previous efforts.
Sen. Hirono Criticizes Trump Administration’s Latest Migrant Children Ruling
Sen. Mazie Hirono released a statement after the Trump Administration announced a final rule aimed at dismantling protections for migrant children.
Unpermitted Campers & Unauthorized Structures Removed From DHHL Lands on Kaua‘i
Unpermitted campers and unauthorized structures were removed from DHHL properties in Anahola, Kaua‘i, on Aug. 21, 2019.
New Time Capsule Installed at State Capitol
A new time capsule with mementos of our own era was placed in the northwest corner column of the Capitol rotunda and the original dedication plaque reinstalled.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Ivo Strengthens in East Pacific
The center of Tropical Storm Ivo was located near latitude 15.7°N, longitude 113.6°W, about 550 miles SSW of the southern tip of Baja, Calif.
UPDATE: No Tsunami Threat From 4.2-M Loihi Seamount Quake
Today’s earthquake had no apparent effect on Kīlauea or Mauna Loa volcanoes, and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported that no tsunami was generated by it.
Small Craft Advisory Extended for Big Island Waters
The affected areas include Alenuihaha Channel and Big Island leeward and SE waters.
High Surf Advisory Cancelled for Big Island Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has cancelled the High Surf Advisory.
UPDATE: Police Detail Islandwide Crime Spree
What began as a vehicle pursuit on Wednesday afternoon turned into a foot chase after the suspect abandoned his vehicle in the vicinity of Kalamauka Road.
Blood Bank of Hawai‘i Returns to Big Island
Blood Bank of Hawai‘i will return Kona and Waimea Sept. 3 to Sept. 4, 2019, and to Hilo and Kea‘au from Sept. 16 to Sept. 20.
Big Island Veterans Resource Fair Announced
The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced a Town Hall and Resource Fair Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019.
County Spent Over $3 Million on Maunakea
County officials say they will send invoices to the state Attorney General’s Office for reimbursement but it is unknown when the transaction will be finalized.
High Surf & Small Craft Advisories in Effect for Hawai‘i
HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST THURSDAY FOR SOUTH-FACING SHORES OF ALL ISLANDS.
Southwest Airlines to Add Kona & Hilo Flights in January
Southwest Airlines will double its nonstop destinations from San Jose to Hawai‘i with the addition of flights to Kona.
New Tropical Depression Forms in East Pacific
Steady strengthening is forecast for the next couple of days and the depression is expected to become a tropical storm by tonight and a hurricane by Friday.
Avoid Smart Device Voice-Activated Scam
Don’t ask your smart device to look up a phone number because it may accidentally point you to a scam.
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.
High Surf Advisory in Effect for Big Island
Expect ocean water occasionally sweeping across portions of beaches, very strong breaking waves and strong currents.
HPD Cop on Top Set for Hilo, Kona
HPD is sponsoring the 18th Annual Cop on Top fundraiser for Special Olympics Hawai‘i.
