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Governor Asks Lawmakers For $126M In Green Fee Projects Some lawmakers are questioning the administration’s plan to fund the projects through a combination of the new fee and bonds.

February 5, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/governor-asks-lawmakers-for-126m-in-green-fee-projects/

Private-sector construction workers in Hawaii seek taxpayer support

February 5, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/05/hawaii-news/private-sector-construction-workers-in-hawaii-seek-taxpayer-support/?WHT=b63d020e62df431faee646d18b92246555587331

Hawaiʻi County Warns Public of Text Scams

February 4, 2026 0

Hawaiʻi County Warns Public of Text Scams The County of Hawaiʻi Finance Department is asking residents to be aware of...

Water Restriction Notice Issued for Affected South Kohala Customers

February 4, 2026 0

Water Restriction Notice Issued for Affected South Kohala Customers AFFECTED AREAS: ĀHUALOA TO WAIEMI SUBDIVISION, INCLUDING HONOKAIA, PU‘UKAPU, NIENIE, WAIMEA...

Hiring Event to be Held Feb. 21 in Hilo

February 4, 2026 0

Hiring Event to be Held Feb. 21 in Hilo Hawaiʻi Island residents are invited to a hiring event from...

This Animal Shelter Has No… Animals — They’re Being Adopted Too Fast

February 4, 2026 0

This Animal Shelter Has No... Animals — They’re Being Adopted Too Fast The Bide Awhile Animal Shelter in Dartmouth,...

Hawaiʻi’s Cost Of Living Is High. But There’s Another Huge Problem A recent UH report likens Hawaiʻi’s economy to that of West Virginia — another place being “left behind.”

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/hawaiis-cost-of-living-is-high-but-theres-another-huge-problem/

Hawaiʻi Homeowners Need More Options To Get Rid Of All Cesspools By 2050 State lawmakers are taking up a bill this week that would create a low-interest loan program.

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/hawaii-homeowners-need-more-options-get-rid-cesspools-2050/

Smile, You’re On Camera: Sheriff Drones May Be Watching You In Waikīkī Drones are already used by law enforcement for special operations, but the program coming to Waikīkī marks a major increase in police surveillance and will be the first time Hawaiʻi uses drones as first responders.

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/waikiki-new-era-police-surveillance-drones/

Tephra cleaup continues: Kilauea volcano’s recent episode made a mess of things

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/04/hawaii-news/tephra-cleaup-continues-kilauea-volcanos-recent-episode-made-a-mess-of-things/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news

Two Victims of Pueo Poi Factory Fire Identified

February 4, 2026 0

Two Victims of Pueo Poi Factory Fire Identified Hawai‘i Island police have identified the two women who died in the...

Group outlines spending plan for new climate change tax

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/04/hawaii-news/group-outlines-spending-plan-for-new-climate-change-tax/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news

Dramatic Dashcam Video Shows Rescue On Busy Tennessee Interstate

February 3, 2026 0

Dramatic Dashcam Video Shows Rescue On Busy Tennessee Interstate A potentially devastating situation on a busy Tennessee interstate was turned...

State Agrees To Settle Case Over Prison Drug Withdrawal Death The settlement calls for a $600,000 payment to the estate of Brian Kimo O’Gorman after he suffered heart failure while withdrawing from methadone.

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/state-agrees-to-settle-case-over-prison-drug-withdrawal-death/

Oceanfront Lahaina Property Owners May Get Buyout In Updated Disaster Plan The county is seeking an amendment to create a voluntary buyout program with some of its $1.6 billion fire recovery grant from the feds.

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/oceanfront-lahaina-property-owners-may-get-buyout-in-updated-disaster-plan/

The State Capitol Is Buzzing About This Prominent Hawaiʻi Lawmaker Longtime Sen. Michelle Kidani may be leaving office early amid concerns about whether she is mentally fit.

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/state-capitol-buzzing-about-prominent-hawaii-lawmaker/

NOTICE OF TRAFFIC IMPACT AFFECTED AREA: KEA‘AU-PĀHOA ROAD (HWY 130) BETWEEN ‘AULI‘I STREET AND MAKU‘U DRIVE (6-7 MILE MARKERS); PĀHOA, PUNA

February 2, 2026 0

NOTICE OF TRAFFIC IMPACT AFFECTED AREA: KEA‘AU-PĀHOA ROAD (HWY 130) BETWEEN ‘AULI‘I STREET AND MAKU‘U DRIVE (6-7 MILE MARKERS); PĀHOA,...

Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children

February 2, 2026 0

Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children HAWAIʻI ISLAND — Vibrant...

Crossing Guard Carries Kids Across A Water-Soaked Chicago Street

February 2, 2026 0

Crossing Guard Carries Kids Across A Water-Soaked Chicago Street When a frigid morning took an unexpected turn, one Chicago crossing...

Meet The Oʻahu Woman On A Mission To Stop The Ala Wai Canal Bridge Laura Ruby has opposed a bridge over the Waikīkī canal for almost 20 years. Even as construction inches closer, she has no plans to stop.

February 2, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/meet-oahu-woman-mission-stop-ala-wai-canal-bridge/

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Governor Asks Lawmakers For $126M In Green Fee Projects Some lawmakers are questioning the administration’s plan to fund the projects through a combination of the new fee and bonds.

Private-sector construction workers in Hawaii seek taxpayer support

Hawaiʻi County Warns Public of Text Scams

Water Restriction Notice Issued for Affected South Kohala Customers

Hiring Event to be Held Feb. 21 in Hilo

This Animal Shelter Has No… Animals — They’re Being Adopted Too Fast

Hawaiʻi’s Cost Of Living Is High. But There’s Another Huge Problem A recent UH report likens Hawaiʻi’s economy to that of West Virginia — another place being “left behind.”

Hawaiʻi Homeowners Need More Options To Get Rid Of All Cesspools By 2050 State lawmakers are taking up a bill this week that would create a low-interest loan program.

Smile, You’re On Camera: Sheriff Drones May Be Watching You In Waikīkī Drones are already used by law enforcement for special operations, but the program coming to Waikīkī marks a major increase in police surveillance and will be the first time Hawaiʻi uses drones as first responders.

Tephra cleaup continues: Kilauea volcano’s recent episode made a mess of things

Two Victims of Pueo Poi Factory Fire Identified

Group outlines spending plan for new climate change tax

Dramatic Dashcam Video Shows Rescue On Busy Tennessee Interstate

State Agrees To Settle Case Over Prison Drug Withdrawal Death The settlement calls for a $600,000 payment to the estate of Brian Kimo O’Gorman after he suffered heart failure while withdrawing from methadone.

Oceanfront Lahaina Property Owners May Get Buyout In Updated Disaster Plan The county is seeking an amendment to create a voluntary buyout program with some of its $1.6 billion fire recovery grant from the feds.

The State Capitol Is Buzzing About This Prominent Hawaiʻi Lawmaker Longtime Sen. Michelle Kidani may be leaving office early amid concerns about whether she is mentally fit.

NOTICE OF TRAFFIC IMPACT AFFECTED AREA: KEA‘AU-PĀHOA ROAD (HWY 130) BETWEEN ‘AULI‘I STREET AND MAKU‘U DRIVE (6-7 MILE MARKERS); PĀHOA, PUNA

Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children

Crossing Guard Carries Kids Across A Water-Soaked Chicago Street

Meet The Oʻahu Woman On A Mission To Stop The Ala Wai Canal Bridge Laura Ruby has opposed a bridge over the Waikīkī canal for almost 20 years. Even as construction inches closer, she has no plans to stop.

Man Arrested and Charged Following Drug Search Warrant in Kona

DUI Roadblock and Child Safety Seat Clinic April 25 in Hilo

INSTALLATION OF TWO SPEED HUMPS AND ONE SPEED TABLE IN HONALO

Waikoloa Theft Suspects Sought

Police Seek Three Suspects in Kona Assault

MAUI HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WIN 2026 BRIDGE BUILDER COMPETITION

Police Renew Request for Information on Woman Wanted for Questioning in Domestic Violence Incident

Hawaiʻi Police Department to Test New External Ballistic Vest Uniform

One-Way Traffic Pattern on Portion of Onomea Scenic Route April 26

4th Annual Kona HI-PAL Canoe Regatta Brings Keiki and Community Together

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