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Text scam targets Big Island residents with fake traffic violation summons

The Hawaiʻi Police Department warns residents of a sophisticated text scam impersonating Hawaiʻi District Court officials, pressuring victims with threats of court appearances and fines.

$300K Raised by Hawaiʻi Residents to Support Local Charities

Nearly $300,000 was raised from thousands of walkers and runners who gathered to raise funds to benefit dozens of the island’s non-profit organizations.