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Russ Roberts (https://hawaiinewsdigestonline.com).
State seeing a summer COVID-19 surge
For Kaimuki resident Jan Hayashi, it started with a headache halfway through the workday.
Police ID motorcyclist killed in Kona crash
Police have identified a motorcyclist who died in a two-vehicle collision Wednesday at the intersection of Palani Road and Kealakaa Street in Kailua-Kona as 29-year-old Zachary McQuaid Stubbs of Kailua-Kona.
County announces Fourth of July celebrations
Hawaii County’s official Independence Day celebrations will take place Thursday, July 4, in Hilo and Kona.
Committee denies extension for Kona Vistas
After public outcry, a controversial West Hawaii housing development on Tuesday was denied a time extension to complete its project.
‘Truly one for the ages’: State settles lawsuit filed by 13 youths over climate change
Gov. Josh Green on Thursday announced settlement of a lawsuit against the state by 13 youth plaintiffs who alleged the state violated their constitutional rights to a livable environment by operating a transportation system that contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change.
Police investigating potential drowning in Kainaliu
Police are investigating the possible drowning death of a 58-year-old Oahu man Thursday afternoon at Kainaliu Beach in Kona.
Keiki get hands-on learning experience during ‘Imiloa program
During summer break, some keiki are spending time learning about the history and culture of wa‘a (canoes) through immersive educational experiences at the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center in Hilo.
Public invited to bon dance in Honomu
Honomu Henjoji Mission invites communities along the Hamakua Coast to celebrate life with a Obon service and dance this Saturday.
US FAA probes low-flying Southwest Airlines flight near Oklahoma City
WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said on Thursday it is investigating a Southwest Airlines flight that descended to a low altitude 9 miles (14.5 km) from the Oklahoma City airport.
Man, 26, allegedly carjacks pickup, rams police vehicle
A 26-year-old man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly carjacking a pickup truck in Nanakuli before ramming a police vehicle and trying to steal another car in Kaneohe.
Kapolei man charged with moving more than $950K worth of drugs
The U.S. Department of Justice wants a Kapolei man held without bail after he was charged with using an assault rifle and shotgun while dealing more than $950,000 worth of cocaine, fentanyl, MDMA, cannabis and steroids.
Council approves the use of eminent domain to get land for Pohoiki Road
A land dispute regarding a pair of Puna land parcels Hawaii County needs access to in order to reopen Pohoiki Road seems unlikely to be resolved cordially.
HPD’s DUI arrests questioned; county auditor forwards complaint to Police Commission
When the Hawaii County Police Commission meets Friday, the agenda includes an unofficial complaint alleging the department’s officers automatically arrest and charge motorists with driving under the influence of intoxicants when drug paraphernalia is found.
Report: New medical facility needed in Kailua-Kona
A new report about health care in West Hawaii recommends building a new hospital facility closer to Kailua-Kona.
Council OKs new regulations for bike tours
A proposed series of regulations for commercial bike tour groups has finally passed the County Council, albeit not without disagreements.
Hawaii hotel occupancy fell in May as softness continued
Summer isn’t coming in hot for Hawaii hoteliers, who saw hotel occupancy drop to its lowest level of the year in May and are expecting a continued slowdown.
Downtown Honolulu is plagued by another power outage
Hawaiian Electric repair crews continued to work overnight after a power outage shut down downtown Honolulu — the second disruption in less than a week to affect the area.
Ex-OCCC officer in murder, kidnapping case called ‘emotional’
Police officers’ testimony Tuesday provided clues as to what was on the mind of a then 44-year-old Oahu Community Correctional Center training officer after he allegedly fatally shot his 66-year-old mother eight years ago in his Maili home.
Benioffs donate another 158 acres to Big Island nonprofit
Philanthropists Marc and Lynne Benioff have donated more land to help increase the supply of affordable housing on Hawaii Island.
Call center nearly complete: Police and fire dispatchers could move in this September
Hawaii County’s police and fire dispatchers are getting closer to moving into a new call center that has been under construction since October 2021.
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