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Proposed Law to Give Feds Authority for Missile Alerts
The bill is in response to the false missile alert sent to mobile phones statewide in January 2018.
Big Island Road Closures: Dec. 14-20
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has scheduled road and lane closures throughout the island during the week of Dec. 14-20.
Performing Arts Center to Host Concert
The Performing Arts Center at the University of Hawai‘i in Hilo will be celebrating the season with a concert.
Celebrate the season with County Employees
Hawai‘i County invites the public to celebrate the Holiday season with its employees at a concert at the West Hawaii Civic Center Gazebo.
Adopt a Pet during HIHS ‘Empty the Shelters’ Event
Starting today through Saturday, the Hawai‘i Island Humane Society hopes to adopt out as many animals from their shelters in Kona, Waimea and Kea‘au through its “Empty the Shelters” initiative.
Public Invited to Meetings for County’s Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
The County of Hawai‘i’s Civil Defense Agency announces a series of meetings regarding the County’s Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan beginning next week.
Maunakea Traffic Citations Reaches 8K
The continuing efforts of police during the new weeklong period covering Dec. 5 to Dec. 11 has resulted in the issuance of an additional 336 traffic citations and three suspects arrested for three offenses.
Big Island Warrant List as of Dec. 13
As of Dec. 13, 25 people were listed as wanted by the Hawai‘i County Police Department because of outstanding warrants.
Big Island Weekend Lane Closures: Dec. 13-15
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has scheduled weekend road and lane closures.
Young Fisherman Rescued From Rough Waters in Puna
A teenager was rescued from near drowning off the cliffs at Mackenzie State Recreation Area Thursday afternoon.
HPD Tracking Dogs Undergo Training
A 2-year-old German Shepherd has joined Kona patrol’s ranks at Hawai‘i County Police Department as their new tracking and cadaver dog.
Big Island Weekend Road Closures
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
VNP Remembers Park Ranger Murdered 20 Years Ago
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park held a moment of silence today in memory of National Park Service Law Enforcement Ranger Steve Makuakane-Jarrell, who was shot and killed 20 years ago today.
One of Big Island’s Deadliest Months on Record: Inside the Numbers
November 2019 was one of the most lethal months on Big Island roadways in recent memory, with seven lives lost as a direct result of traffic collisions.
Missing Keaʻau Woman Found
Hawaiʻi Island Police have located 47-year-old Leihulu Watson of Keaʻau, who was reported missing.
Missing Ocean View Teen Found
Micah Reep, 15, of Ocean View, has been found, Hawaii County Police reports.
HDOT Seeks Proposals for Electric Vehicles, Charging Infrastructure
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure for state and county fleets.
Judiciary to Host Mandatory Workshop for Freelance Court Interpreters
The Hawai‘i State Judiciary will be hosting orientation workshops for individuals interested in working as freelance court interpreters.
