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A group of Hawaiʻi Island police officers recently attended their first Micronesian culture training to learn about common misconceptions. Advocates want the training to be held statewide and annually. HPR's Cassie Ordonio has more.
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The Department of Research and Development will select an economist for the project, which will look at daily rental use data and the effectiveness of converting short-term rentals into long-term housing.
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A new County of Hawaiʻi report suggests changes to a "credit" system that developers use to meet affordable housing requirements. HPR's Mark Ladao explains.
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An increase in earthquakes has caused various closures at Volcanoes National Park. There were over 160 reported earthquakes over the weekend.
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Kamehameha Schools' proposed Keauhou Bay Management Plan includes many upgrades and aims to reorganize some of the area's activities. But as with any proposed development or change in our islands, some disagree with the proposal. We heard from an environmental attorney who has reservations about the proposal.
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The new proposed management plan for Keauhou Bay on Hawaiʻi Island is creating waves in the community. We heard from Kamehameha Schools, which owns much of the land there and hopes to upgrade the area.
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Local lawmakers' react to Biden's announcement that he's dropping out of the presidential race; Kamehameha Schools lays out its plans for Keauhou Bay
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The little fire ant, or LFA, was first discovered in the state on Hawaiʻi Island in 1999. While efforts to eradicate colonies on most of the islands seem to be turning the tide, the fight on the Big Island rages on.
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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is closing two roads and prohibiting open fire in specific areas due to a recent elevated fire risk. Low rainfall, reduced humidity and gust winds have created dry conditions.
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For several years, tenants at the Hawaiʻi Ocean Science and Technology Park have faced serious problems growing larvae — a big part of the operations for many companies. They estimated millions of dollars have been lost due to problems caused by the water quality. HPR's Mark Ladao explains.