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Drivers reminded of legal duty to protect first responders on Hawaiʻi roads

As National Crash Responders Safety Week kicks off, the Hawaiʻi Police Department urges drivers to adhere to the “Move Over Law” to protect emergency personnel on the roads.

Big Island Press Club celebrates retired judge, dishonors Hawai‘i emergency administrator

Daniel Foley received the Torch of Light for his work in guiding the Commission to Improve Standards of Conduct. James Barros received the Lava Tube dishonor for support of a “Constitutionally questionable” law.

Aging, overcrowded Hilo correctional center getting some help, but more is needed

The state is renovating the aging jail in Hilo and adding a new roughly $20 million, 48-bed unit, but its not enough to deal with the facilityʻs overcrowding.

‘Active Shooter’ Presentation to be Held in Kona

The Hawai’i Police Department will hold an “active shooter” presentation during a meeting at the Kona police station conference room.

Police ‘Active Shooter’ Presentation in Hilo Next Week

Part of a community meeting will be devoted to an awareness presentation to help individuals increase their survivability in the case of violent situations.

Police to Hold ‘Active Shooter’ Presentation in Kona

The Hawaii Police Department said the presentation is designed to help individuals increase their survivability should they encounter violent situations.