North Hawai‘i News
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.
Hawai’i to Receive Portion of $6M Credit Settlement
The State of Hawai’i will receive nearly $100,000 in a national $6 million settlement that includes three national credit reporting agencies.
No Memorial Day Weekend Hunting at PTA
There will be no hunting at Pohakuloa Training Area over the Memorial Day weekend.
Regents Approve Reduction of UH Tuition Increase
The University of Hawai’i Board of Regents approved a proposal by UH President David Lassner to reduce planned tuition increases.
Man Charged with 20 Offenses Following Handgun Threat
A Captain Cook man has been charged with 20 offenses in connection with a handgun threat and drug possession.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Partners with French ‘Sister Park’
Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park has partnered with La Réunion National Park to exchange mutually beneficial information.
Federal Court Upholds Campaign Funding Transparency Laws
The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld Hawai‘i campaign finance laws on May 21 allowing public access to campaign funding to determine who is attempting to influence their vote.
