Entries for 'News Release'

... Maps were made public right before meetings, which did not allow for adequate time to review them thoroughly .... 

... In October 2021, HSO imposed a COVID vaccine mandate on all its musicians, which even allowed for religious accommodations ....

... Leading up to this decision, DOH oversaw completion by JTF-RH, of 297 repairs and enhancements needed for repacking and defueling ....

... The report found that Hawaii's financial condition improved in 2022, but the state still needed $11.4 billion to pay its bills ....

... Hawai‘i is the third state to implement a CRVS, after Vermont and Oregon ....

... Once the liquid product is applied, a crust will form to prevent ash and dust from migrating into the environment ....

... We call on ALL candidates who were endorsed by @sierraclubhi in 2022 to repudiate their support over this awful pro-terrorism sentiment .... 

... fake 'investigation' ends as soon as Maui Council ponies up political capital ....

... our National Committee Representatives and leaders of the National Republican Party met with the leaders of AIPAC ....

... several unregistered fundraisers have registered with the department. Some fundraisers have voluntarily ceased solicitation, while other fundraisers are currently subject to further departmental review and scrutiny ....

... The complaint alleges that the PBMs’ business practices have driven skyrocketing prices for brand-name prescription medications over the past decade ....

... Decision paves way for safe defueling operations to begin ....

... The petition seeks a full en banc review of a panel opinion issued in Teter v. Lopez on August 7, 2023 that invalidated Hawaii’s butterfly knife ban ....

... Idea:  Let's go attack some Oahu fishermen again ....

... City to celebrate Honolulu Pride Month ....

... 2,200 of the families displaced by the Maui wildfires who are receiving shelter in hotels and similar lodging have completed the required eligibility process ... 600 haven't ....

... multiple military-grade tents, that can house a total of approximately 150 people ....

... Data are collected each month from sample establishments for the single pay period that includes the 12th of the month. ...

... Congress approves 45-day extension on Federal spending, temporarily averting shutdown and screwing Ukraine ....

“This order ensures that the Kailua Treatment Plant continues to take steps to prevent any further bacteria exceedances in what the plant discharges into the ocean”

... two people dead and three others injured ....

... In August 2023, visitor arrivals to Oahu +11.0%, Hawaii Island +4.1% and Kauai +9.0% increased while visitor arrivals to Maui -57.8% dropped significantly ....

...EPA alleges that eBay Sold Unlawful Pesticides, Prohibited Products Containing a Restricted Chemical and Illegal Devices that Defeat Pollution Controls on Motor Vehicles....

... HECO Suits: Two Vacant Hawaii Supreme Court Seats Loom Large ....

"... we cannot ignore the tremendous and ongoing burden being borne by communities who are dealing with those who refuse help ...."

“...These protocols haven’t changed....”

... Within days of the fire, FBI resources such as the Evidence Response Team (ERT), forensic identification, and victim services deployed to Lahaina. ...

... Theoretically, Bissen’s proclamation makes it easier to build housing for displaced families.  But there are a couple problems .…

... Bissen asked the Commission and Hawaiian Electric for a temporary suspension of the pilot program for the randomly selected customers on Maui due to the recent wildfires ....

... they continue to re-enroll in other options, including other HIDOE schools or distance learning programs, charter schools, private schools or withdraw to homeschool or relocate out of state ....

.... treated sewage from the Kealakehe Wastewater Treatment Plant flows into Honokōhau Harbor through groundwater ....

... including rentals of residential dwellings ....

... authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for debris removal and emergency protective measures ....

... Opening night festivities scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 near Kapolei Hale ....

... charters gain 311 students, non-charters lose 1296 students ....

... Temporary equipment to provide safe, reliable power to essential services, surrounding neighborhoods ....

... Despite some, who testified during Tuesday’s 12-hour-long meeting, claiming the suspension of the water code during the fire emergency set everything back to before 1987, Chang said that is not accurate ....

... Thursday, September 28, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Lahaina Civic Center ....

... Yes.  'Your' legislators are supporting Kaleo Manuel ....

... US Census shows majority of Native Hawaiians now live outside of Hawaii .... 

... To gain access to a re-opened zone, county-issued vehicle passes will be required ....

... Similar legislation has been introduced by Delegate from Puerto Rico and attracted no support from any sitting U.S. Senator or U.S. Representative from the states ....

... University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner plans to retire at the end of 2024, after what will be more than a decade in the position ....

... the EP didn’t and doesn’t create any permanent change in government.  We need our legislature and county councils to do that ....

... Federal regulations permit most homeowners a ninety day forbearance on the payment of their mortgages due to natural disaster. After that time, they must begin making payments again and also pay the three months of missed payments ....

... Vegetation around the property has been cleared and a perimeter fence has been constructed. However, several breaches of the newly installed fence have already occurred ....

... Scott DeGhetto has been appointed EVP, CFO & treasurer of HEI, effective October 1, 2023 through approximately December 31, 2024. DeGhetto joins HEI from Moelis & Company ....

... Tamara McKay Chair, Kaulana Fenton Lee First Vice Chair ....

... Each working group will produce a preliminary report by November 1 and deliver a final report by December 15, 2023 ....

... Here are some of the highlights:  Adds “affordable” housing to the title ....