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More funding proposed for Hawai’i Fire Department to prevent, battle wildfires

The Big Island’s wildfire risk alone is substantial, affecting more than 62,000 people, or 24.4% of the island’s total population, and encompassing a total property value of $18.5 billion.

UH Cancer Center Researcher Awarded $2.8M to Develop E-Cigarette Intervention For Rural Youth

A researcher at the University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center was awarded nearly $3 million to develop and evaluate school-based, culturally-grounded e-cigarette prevention intervention for youth who live in rural parts of the state.

Police Offer Tips to Prevent Catalytic Converter Thefts

A recent uptick in thefts of catalytic converters in East Hawai‘i has prompted police to offer tips on keeping your car safe.

National Suicide Prevention Week: Sept. 7-13

National Suicide Prevention Week is from Sept. 7-13, with World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10.

Victims of Fatal Crashes Remembered; Prevention Plan Unveiled

Government and community members remembered victims of fatal traffic accidents May 12 and unveiled a strategy to prevent traffic deaths and injuries.