North Hawai‘i News
Humpback Whale Sanctuary Seeks Advisory Members
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill open seats on its advisory council.
Keamuku Maneuver Weekend Hunting
Army officials will open the Keamuku Maneuver Area at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend for hunting of feral pigs and goats.
Ten ‘Mauna Kea 31’ Protesters Will Have Charges Dropped
Media reports say that Prosecuting Attorney Mitch Roth plans to dismiss charges against 10 of the “Mauna Kea 31.”
HSTA Presidential Candidate Files TRO to Halt Re-Vote
Hawai’i State Teachers Association presidential candidate Corey Rosenlee is filing a Temporary Restraining Order to keep a re-vote from happening next month.
Senate Passes Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
The United States Senates recently passed Senator Mazie Hirono’s resolution to recognize May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
Sen. Schatz Seeks to Preserve Native Languages
Senator Brian Schatz, along with four additional Senators, has introduced a bill to preserve endangered languages.
Challenge to Marriage Equality Act Dismissed
The Hawai’i Supreme Court dismissed a legal challenge Wednesday from four plaintiffs to the Hawai’i Marriage Equality Act of 2013.
Big Island Military Service Academy Students Honored
Senator Brian Schatz honored 10 students on Tuesday who will attending United States Military Service Academies.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Twenty-nine motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant between May 18 and May 24.
Changes Proposed to Mauna Kea Management
Governor David Ige announced his plan for moving the stewardship of Mauna Kea forward, including a change in the way the State of Hawai’I manages the mountain.
NOAA: Active Hurricane Season Projected
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration’s Central Pacific Hurricane Center announced an expected “above average” hurricane season in the Central Pacific Basin.
Gov. Ige Plans Announcement on Stewardship of Mauna Kea
Governor David Ige will announce his planned proposal on the stewardship of Mauna Kea going forward Tuesday afternoon.
Flags at Half-Staff on Memorial Day
Governor David Ige has ordered that the United States flag and Hawai’i state flag fly at half-staff Monday.
Senator Urges Action on Federal Highway Funds
Hawai`i State Senator Lorraine Inouye is appealing to the Hawai‘i Congressional delegation for funding authorization to continue transportation projects in the state.
Police Release May 22 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Honoka’a Road Closed for Western Week Block Party
The Hawai`i Police Department is notifying the public of a road closure in Honoka`a to accommodate the Western Week block party on May 22.
Big Island Gas Prices Continue to Rise
Average gas prices as measured in Hilo are continuing to rise, according to the AAA Fuel Gauge Report.
Senate Committees and Chairs Confirmed
The Hawai`i State Senate has confirmed committees and their respective chairpersons.
HPD: Information Sought on Albert Espaniola Jr.
Albert Espaniola Jr. continues to be sought after by the Hawai’i Police Department for contempt of court and questioning.
