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FBI searches 2 locations in Kona; investigation underway
Special Agent in Charge Steven Merrill stated: “The FBI can confirm that they are conducting court-authorized activities in the area. However, as our investigation is still ongoing, we decline to comment further.”April 17, 2024 · 10:33 AM HST
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April 17, 2024 · 10:48 AM
Hawai‘i Island police seek help finding teen girl
The 16-year-old was last seen in the Ainaloa Subdivision area in Pāhoa on Tuesday at approximately 4:35 p.m.
April 17, 2024 · 10:33 AM
FBI searches 2 locations in Kona; investigation underway
Special Agent in Charge Steven Merrill stated: “The FBI can confirm that they are conducting court-authorized activities in the area. However, as our investigation is still ongoing, we decline to comment further.”
April 17, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Weekly DUI stats: 16 arrested on Big Island roads
To date, there were 12 fatal crashes, resulting in 14 fatalities, compared with six fatal crashes, resulting in seven fatalities for the same time last year.
April 17, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Lawmakers urge investigation, following power blackouts on Big Island and O‘ahu
A letter signed by three senators highlighted the Public Utilities Commission’s investigatory powers and requested the commission conduct investigations.
April 16, 2024 · 8:22 PM
Prosecutors seek life in prison for woman charged in fatal Hilo hit-and-run
Sienna Tavares-Brown’s blood alcohol content was allegedly more than three times the legal limit.
April 16, 2024 · 3:34 PM
3-foot long ball python found in O‘ahu home
The snake was discovered on April 13.
April 16, 2024 · 1:14 PM
Hilo man struck by vehicle dies; driver charged
The accident occurred in Hilo, on Saturday evening on East Kawili Street just east of Manono Street.
April 16, 2024 · 12:38 PM
Hawai‘i Island customers urged to continue conserving elctricity to avoid rolling blackouts
For the past several weeks, Hawaiian Electric has been asking residential and business customers to conserve electricity due to the unavailability of several large generators.
April 16, 2024 · 11:33 AM
Glenwood Recycling and Transfer Station to reopen Friday
After a tree fell at the site, it was closed for repairs, according to the Department of Environmental Management.
April 16, 2024 · 10:34 AM
Hilo home destroyed in early morning structure fire
When Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to the single-family dwelling on Kaumana Drive, it was engulfed in flames and the occupant of the residence had already evacuated.
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AG releases comprehensive timeline of Aug. 8-9 Lahaina wildfire
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April 17, 2024 · 11:04 AM HST
Sugimura introduces resolution to recognize Upcountry post offices
Maui County Council Vice-Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura has introduced a resolution to recognize Upcountry post offices for being among the best in the United States. The proposed ceremonial resolution will be taken up at the Council’s April 19 regular meeting.
April 17, 2024 · 10:15 AM HST
Independent Energy President Makes $50,000 Donation to Maui Wildfire Relief
The president of solar energy company Independent Energy, Desta Rudolph, has donated $50,000 to Project Empower, a nonprofit that has focused on helping Maui recover from deadly wildfires that destroyed the historic town of Lahaina, displacing thousands of residents. The donation will bolster the collective efforts of a number of organizations to build 88 units of emergency housing at the 10-acre ʻOhana Hope Village.
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April 17, 2024 · 7:15 AM HST
Kīhei Marketplace seeks permit for redevelopment
Kīhei Marketplace LLC is seeking a permit from the Maui Planning Commission to demolish existing structures and construct buildings for retail outlets, two restaurants, vacation and long-term rentals and parking at its 1.6-acre property across from Kalama Park.
April 17, 2024 · 6:00 AM HST
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Monthly donation event scheduled at Kaua‘i Resource Center
Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring in unwanted or unneeded items for reuse, including clothing, small furniture, children’s toys, books, and shoes.
April 17, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 17, 2024
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April 17, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 17, 2024
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Celebrate Earth Day with Kaua‘i County and the community college
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April 17, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Damage assessments, clean-up continue on Kaua‘i; farmers, ranchers advised to document damages
You must notify the Farm Services Agency within 72 hours of a crop loss becoming apparent for hand-harvested crops and certain perishable crops.
April 16, 2024 · 6:19 PM HST
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