North Hawai‘i News
Chu Takayama Confirmed as Director of DLIR
Members of the State Senate confirmed Linda Chu Takayama as the state’s new Department of Labor and Industrial Relations Director.
Additional Awardees Named by HPCSN
Three additional honorees have been named by the Hawai’i Public Charter Schools Network.
Hirono to Attend President’s State Dinner
Senator Mazie Hirono will be in attendance at Tuesday night’s State Dinner, hosted by President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama.
Military Convoys Scheduled through May 4
Military convoys of Oahu-based service members are scheduled to travel from Kawaihae Harbor to Pohakuloa Training Area through Monday.
WCA Town Meeting Scheduled at HPA E-Lab
The Waimea Community Association’s next town meeting will take place on the campus of Hawai’i Preparatory Academy.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests are over 25 percent lower than last year while the margin of vehicle accidents gets smaller.
UPDATE: ‘Hacktivist’ Group Hits TMT and State Websites
A hacker and activist group known as “Anonymous” has claimed responsibility for cyber-attacks on the State of Hawai`i and Thirty Meter Telescope websites.
Four Men Charged in Attempted Jail Break
Four men who attempted to escape from the Hawai`i Community Correctional Center on Saturday, April 25, have been charged.
Park Rangers Offer Helpful Tips as Volcano Visitors Surge
Rangers at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park offer visitors helpful hints to enhance their lava-viewing experience.
Survey Reveals Teachers Better Understand EES
A joint survey conducted by the DOE and HSTA revealed public school teachers have a better understanding of the new Educator Effectiveness System.
State Gets $12 Million in Settlement with Credit Card Companies
The state of Hawai`i has received $12.5 million in settlement money following three years of litigation against credit cards companies who allegedly misled consumers.
Elections Commission Seeks New Chair
The State of Hawai’i Elections Commission is seeking a new Chairperson. This appointment will succeed current Chair William Marston.
Hawai’i Red Cross’ ‘Hearts Go Out’ to Nepal
The American Red Cross is aiding Nepal in disaster relief efforts following a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that has devastated the country.
Scheduled Lane Closures: April 27-May 1
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for the week of April 27.
HPD Investigates Hele-On Stabbing
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating a Saturday morning stabbing that occurred aboard a Hele-On bus in Honoka’a.
Mauna Kea Hui Responds to OHA Statement
Representatives of the Mauna Kea Hui responded Friday to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs following OHA’s group meeting on the Thirty Meter Telescope.
Senate Confirms Case to Chair DLNR
The State Senate has confirmed Suzanne Case, a 28-year veteran at The Nature Conservancy, as the new Chair of the DLNR.
Police Seeking Missing Kona Man
A 57-year-old Kona man is being sought by Big Island police after being reported missing.
Hawai‘i First State to Raise Smoking Age to 21
The Senate passed SB 1030, making it illegal for anyone below the age of 21 to purchase tobacco or e-cigarette purchases.
