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Senate panel advances SB 2611 to increase protections for Hawaii school campuses during weekends and holidays.
SB 2611 would allow police to address trespassers on school grounds without warning in certain cases.
Supporters say the bill strengthens Department of Education authority to address safety issues.
State Sen. Brenton Awa criticized the bill as too broad and potentially punishing parents and kids.
Sen. Michelle Kidani stressed the bill's goal to safeguard learning environments while preserving community use.
The bill aims to give the Department of Education clearer authority to address serious misconduct.
Honolulu Police Department officials said enhancing safeguards during off-session periods is a security consideration.
Committee vote shows broad support for adding safety tools, despite opposition.
The bill includes community use provisions through the Department of Education’s permit system.
Legislation responds to past incidents on Hawaii campuses that endangered students and staff.

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Bank of America filed a Hawaii civil suit accusing Kevin Federline of unpaid credit card debt totaling $12,186.64.
Federline allegedly opened the account in December 2024, shortly after Britney Spears’ last child support payment
Britney Spears was arrested for DUI in Ventura County, drawing media attention to the Federline situation
Spears was released early the following morning and is due in court in May
The lawsuit coincides with ongoing public interest in Spears' personal life and family dynamics
TMZ reports Kevin Federline previously received substantial child support from Spears for years
The suit highlights a potential financial dispute batch around a high-profile divorce
The filing identifies Bank of America as the creditor pursuing the balance
Court documents were obtained and reported by TMZ for the case details
The incident adds to a broader narrative surrounding Kevin Federline and Britney Spears’ family

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State audit questions DOE progress on hitting 30% local food spending by 2030 and cites data gaps.
Audit says DOE lacks detailed plans and relies on questionable data to track local purchases.
Centralized kitchens plan is described as high hopes rather than confirmed, with cost and implementation gaps.
Some schools used handwritten ledgers and relied on vendor data, raising questions about costs and local sourcing.
DOE leadership remains optimistic that local goals can be met with interagency collaboration.
Auditors note potential cost growth and missing details for the regional kitchen model statewide.
Education advocates stress need for improved data and centralized reporting.
Officials plan to implement recommendations by 2028 and adjust budgets accordingly.
Federal produce program funds were underused, highlighting efficiency gaps.
DOE acknowledges audit and cites ongoing efforts to address recommendations.

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A 33-year-old Hawaii resident died after entering a closed and hazardous area at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Park officials cited hazardous terrain with unstable edges and volcanic features as the cause for the area being closed.
The incident occurred while Kīlauea’s activity has been in an episodic state since 2024.
Rescue teams conducted an overnight search before the man was found and airlifted to a hospital.
The man’s identity is being withheld pending privacy considerations.
The park service said the incident remains under investigation.
Visitors are advised to stay in designated open areas and comply with closures.
Despite the incident, there was no eruption at the time of the event.
Officials released the incident details through NBC News and credited reporters Mirna Alsharif and Meriam Bouarrouj.
The incident remains under investigation by the National Park Service.

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