News from January 2025


Hirono begins third term as U.S. Senator with focus on Hawaii's needs

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono has been sworn in for her third term representing Hawaii in the United States Senate.


Hawaii American Water faces penalties for exceeding effluent discharge limits

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) has issued a Notice of Violation and Order (NOVO) to Hawaii American Water.


Hawaii American Water fined for excessive effluent discharge

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) has taken action against Hawaii American Water by issuing a Notice of Violation and Order (NOVO).


New travel-related dengue case reported on Oʻahu by Hawai‘i health officials

The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has reported a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Oʻahu.


Hawaii businesses reminded about first-quarter report deadlines

Businesses in Hawaii that registered during the first quarter of the year can now submit their annual reports online.


Hawai'i seeks proposals for film project funding totaling $400K

The Hawai‘i State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) Creative Industries Division has announced a request for proposals aimed at developing small, mid-sized, and microbudget film and creative media projects.