North Hawaii News
Gabbard Resigns from DNC Post to Back Sanders
“As a veteran of two Middle East deployments, I know firsthand the cost of war. I know how important it is that our Commander in Chief,” Representative Gabbard said in her announcement.
Kaumana Traffic Signal Work Slated
Work is expected to be conducted between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., pending weather conditions.
Several Big Island Residents Honored During HISAW
A ceremony was held in Governor David Ige’s office on Friday to place a spotlight on people and organizations who have helped fight invasive species in the state.
Weekend Pig and Goat Hunting at KMA
Entry into recently burned areas is prohibited, and anyone who sees suspicious activity should report it immediately.
Medicaid-Housing Agency Secured by State
The federal government will soon provide a boost to Hawai’i’s cross-agency approach to addressing homelessness and housing.
Students to Travel ‘Through the Universe’ During March Program
The program is in its 12th year within local schools and will feature a new addition this year, a “stellar tour” of Gemini’s StarLab portable planetarium.
Police Release Feb. 26 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Gabbard Recognizes National Entrepreneurship Week
In recognition of National Entrepreneurship Week, Representative Tulsi Gabbard spoke on the House floor Friday, highlighting Hawai’i’s small business owners.
Maunakea Observatories Launch New Program in Partnership with DOE
The program is designed to put young aspiring astronomers in the observatory community and allocate observing time within telescopes to students.
Hirono Introduces Resolution Marking Internment Camp Anniversary
The executive order led to the internment of almost 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II.
Hilo Man Found Not Guilty in 2014 Airplane Assault
The ruling for the 2014 incident came on Wednesday and was based on terms between Tanouye’s attorney and a prosecutor who agreed upon facts, including conclusions from mental health experts.
Big Island Dengue Count Holds at 260
So far this week, only one new case has been added to the count.
DLNR Names Permanent Big Island DOCARE Chief
DLNR DOCARE’s Lino Kamakau was acting as the island’s branch chief for the past year and a half.
Wanted Honoka’a Man Located, Charged
Christian H. Olivera has been located by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Man Charged with Attempted Murder in January Honoli’i Shooting
John Perez was charged with attempted second-degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a separate felony, ownership/possession prohibited, and firearm on highway.
Hu Honua Responds to Hawai’i Electric Light’s Status Report
Hu Honua’s disappointment came from Hawai’i Electric Light not processing its milestone date extension request that was submitted over 12 months ago.
Circuit Court Vacates TMT’s Land Use Permit
Thirty Meter Telescope’s Conservation District Use Permit has officially been vacated.
Dengue Fever Count Rises By One
Since September, 235 Big Island residents have been affected by the virus, along with 25 island visitors.
DOH Aides in Pacific Zika Virus Testing
The testing has provided officials in American Samoa and the Republic of the Marshall Islands with the first laboratory evidence of zika transmission in the pair of jurisdictions.
