Overall winner at the Merrie Monarch Festival has strong ties to the Big Island

Green signs into law measure on conditions of felony charges

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Gov. Josh Green on Wednesday signed into law a bill that codifies the conditions under which felony prosecutions can be initiated within Hawaii. Source: Hawaii...

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County awards grants to address homelessness

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Hawaii County announced 16 grants totaling $7.5 million will be awarded to organizations around the island to address homelessness. Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald

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Police seek leads on missing Hilo man

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Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 73-year-old Danny L. Ostlund of Hilo, who was reported missing Wednesday. Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald

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State bill to outlaw flavored tobacco products dies again, despite wide-spread support

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A state House Bill banning the sale of flavored tobacco products appears to be dead. Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald

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The overall winner at the 59th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival hula competition is from Kauai, but the halau has roots in Hilo.

Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald