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Another setback for Ka‘u satellite dish project
A contentious proposal to build a satellite receiver array in Ka‘u was once again postponed Thursday.
Funds eyed for Pohoiki boat ramp restoration
A Big Island lawmaker is spearheading an effort to secure $40 million in state funding to reopen the Pohoiki Boat Ramp.
‘We don’t have a clear record’
A report to the County Council released Wednesday by county Auditor Tyler Benner concluded the Office of Housing and Community Development had “inadequate internal controls” over its affordable housing credits program.
Strong-willed teen takes on cancer
Noah Pila is tall, young, handsome and athletic, and competes for Kamehameha Schools Hawaii in perhaps the most Hawaiian of team sports, outrigger canoe racing.
Kauai whale died with fishing nets, plastic bags in stomach
HONOLULU — A whale that washed ashore on Kauai over the weekend likely died in part because it ate large volumes of fishing traps, fishing nets, plastic bags and other marine debris, scientists said Thursday, highlighting the threat to wildlife from the millions of tons of plastic that ends up in oceans every year.
Senate passes bill restoring procedure for initiating felony cases
A measure aimed at resolving issues over how serious felony cases are charged is headed to the House for consideration.
Discussion highlights importance of limiting isle light polution
Environmental and astronomical experts are urging residents throughout the state to reduce outdoor lighting in order to prevent the spread of light pollution.
DOH reports 11 new state COVID deaths
Six more COVID-19 deaths were reported in Hawaii County since Dec. 31, according to the state Department of Health.
Diesel fuel spilled at Space Force telescope site on Haleakala
HONOLULU — The U.S. Space Force said about 700 gallons of diesel spilled at the site of an advanced space telescope on the summit of Haleakala on Maui, the latest fuel spill involving the U.S. military in Hawaii.
Entangled humpback whale freed in waters off Kona
A humpback whale was freed Tuesday after it was found in a life-threatening entanglement of rope and gear in West Hawaii waters.
Bill seeks lifeguards for tour boats
A bill that would require certified lifeguards on boats that take tourists onto the water for snorkeling and other activities is again making its way through the state Legislature.
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival returns Saturday
The Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival is back for in-person festivities. It will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4.
Speeding up the process: Bill would require third-party consultant for some historic reviews
A bill aimed at speeding up historic preservation reviews cleared its first committee Tuesday.
Honokaa man facing multiple drug charges
A Honokaa man is facing a handful of drug offenses following the execution of a search warrant Friday that reportedly turned up marijuana and cocaine.
Police seek Kona man on outstanding warrant
Hawaii Island police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating 28-year-old Hudson Patrick Ho‘oulu Sauer, of Kona, who is wanted for an outstanding warrant of arrest relative to several vehicle thefts, and for questioning in other criminal investigations.
HPD investigating officer-involved shooting of dog
The Hawaii Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting Saturday in Pahala.
School Based Health Centers open in West Hawaii
Hawaii Island Community Health Center has launched School Based Health Centers to provide care on site in local schools.
Upping the ante: Lawmakers introduce several gambling bills
A raft of gambling-related bills have been introduced in the state Legislature and have passed first readings on their respective chamber’s floors.
Tax breaks are urged for ALICE families
Removing the general excise tax on food and medicine might not be the best way to help struggling Hawaii residents, Gov. Josh Green said Monday.
Judge lifts West Hawaii aquarium fishing injunction
An Oahu Circuit Court judge Monday lifted an injunction prohibiting the issuance or renewal of aquarium fishing permits for West Hawaii waters.