The State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers wants more control over rules for the cameras, which are meant to improve accountability and transparency.
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Posted inAgriculture, Hawaiʻi, Kauaʻi, Uncategorized
Environmental Report For Dairy Project
Hawaii Dairy Farms releases an Environmental Impact Statement dealing with a proposed 557-acre dairy farm on Kauai.
Posted inMaui, Uncategorized
Surviving Twin Charged With Murder
Fatal car crash on Maui results in sister’s arrest.
Posted inEnvironment
Big Island’s New Marine Reserve Was A Long Time Coming
The state’s decision to establish a “no take zone” along a popular stretch of the island’s west coast is hailed by some, derided by others.
Posted inOpinion
Tom Yamachika: What Will We Do Next for Maui Hospital Workers?
The union is just looking out for its members, but the Legislature had no business passing a bill to give hospital workers special treatment.
Posted inEnvironment, Kauaʻi
Can GMO Mosquitoes Save Kauai’s Endangered Birds?
In Florida, the idea is being considered to battle Zika and dengue. But scientists have long considered a similar approach to help birds.
Posted inKauaʻi, Uncategorized
Kauai Plane Crash Victims Identified
Autopsies were conducted and county officials released the names of the five deceased.
Posted inHawaiʻi
Maui’s Decision On Lifeguard Pay Raises May Scuttle A Statewide Deal
UPDATED: Pay increases for hundreds of public safety workers have been approved by the Legislature and every other county.
Posted inEnvironment
Environmental Law Group Threatens Suit Over Pesticides On Kauai
Earthjustice demands the Department of Agriculture get a Clean Water Act permit or halt chemical pollution on the west side of Kauai.