Kokua Line: Does state publicize parole for violent criminals?
Question: Is there a website that lists violent criminals who have their sentences reduced or are paroled? Are victims notified of this? Read more
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Kokua Line: When will Hoomaluhia allow fishing?
Question: It’s been well over a year, or two, since the public was allowed to go fishing at Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden in Kaneohe. A footbridge leading to the fishing area along the dam collapsed and needed to be replaced. The new bridge is completed and sitting in the parking lot ready to be hoisted into place. Any idea when the new footbridge will be ready and public fishing can resume? Read more
Kokua Line: What about bringing dog back to U.S.?
Question: People should know that if they are traveling with dogs out of the country, there may be additional CDC requirements on their return to the U.S. Read more
Kokua Line: How much money is in the hurricane fund?
Question: The last serious hurricane to directly hit Hawaii was Iniki. What is the current balance in the hurricane fund? Read more
Kokua Line: Can dog skip quarantine for the weekend?
Question: Can a mainland friend skip quarantine for her dog if she just plans to stay the weekend with us on her way to Asia and her dog will be with her the whole time, not around other animals? Read more
Kokua Line: Why save water when the power goes out?
Question: In the past, we were told to conserve water when a blackout occurs, since we may run out of water, if not. Is that still the case? Read more
Kokua Line: What has stalled vehicle safety checks?
Question: How long will the safety checks be down? I need to renew my registration. Read more
Kokua Line: Should dogs run free at Oahu beaches?
Question: Are pet dogs allowed off the leash at Oahu beach parks? There’s a woman who keeps allowing her dog to run around without a leash and it runs up and interferes with other dogs (who are on leashes). Read more
Kokua Line: What’s minimum vision to get license?
Question: Regarding the DMV vision test, what information must be included on the alternative “vision certificate” (808ne.ws/ 123kline), since a prescription won’t suffice? Also, what is required to pass the test? Read more
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Kokua Line: How can I report problem in city park?
Question: Is there a telephone number or (preferably) an email address to notify the city parks department of nonemergency problems? Read more
Kokua Line: Why are restaurant reports offline?
Question: I used to be able to pull up restaurant inspection reports on the state Department of Health website. They’re not there anymore. Why? Where can we access the reports? Read more
Kokua Line: Where will Oahu Tax-Aide sites be?
Question: I was relieved to hear that Tax-Aide requires the person to bring in paper forms and tax documents because that’s what I have. Please print the locations in the paper as soon as possible. Read more
Kokua Line: When is kupuna Valentine’s dance?
Question: Mahalo to whoever thought of offering vaccines at the kupuna dance. Great idea! Hope plenty take advantage! Read more
Kokua Line: Can I get Tax-Aide prep over the phone?
Question: Regarding the free tax prep that Kokua Line mentioned Sunday (808ne.ws/3u7wtwk), can they do that over the phone? Read more
Kokua Line: Will AARP offer free tax prep for non-members?
Question: Does AARP still offer free tax filing for nonmembers? Read more
Kokua Line: Is xeriscape garden open to public?
Question: There used to be a succulent garden where the public could learn about different plants that didn’t use much water, and sometimes they gave away mulch, but I don’t hear about it anymore. I think it closed during the pandemic. Will it reopen? Read more
Kokua Line: Do I need police report to freeze credit?
Question: My wife and I have “freezes” on our individual credit reports from the three major credit reporting agencies. That should be significant preventive measures against the Navvis breach, right? Read more
Kokua Line: Has hack of HMSA records grown?
Question: I just got a letter from a company I have never heard of saying that my private medical information was hacked because I am a member of HMSA and what to do about it, which involves going to a website and inputting personal information. Is this a scam? Read more
Kokua Line: Did Honolulu file brief on homelessness?
Question: Is Honolulu opposing 9th Circuit rulings that invalidated laws against homeless camps on public property (808ne.ws/ 3S0d7kT)? If not, why not? Read more
Kokua Line: Is ballot forwarded when voter moves?
My wife and I recently moved from Mililani to Waipahu. How do we update our voting registration? Read more
Kokua Line: Why do handicap stalls have parking meters?
Question: I’ve noticed that the handicap stalls have parking meters in the Kaimuki parking lot situated between Koko Head and 12th avenues. Why is this, and will it be islandwide? Read more
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