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2 Hawaiian Monk Seals Released to Wild After 2 Months at Ke Kai Ola
Two endangered Hawaiian monk seals were released back to Kaua‘i and O‘ahu after rehabilitation at Ke Kai Ola Marine Mammal Center on the Big Island.
Police Identify Victim in Kona Manslaughter Case
A visitor to the Big Island who died following an altercation with his vacation rental roommate in the early morning hours of Monday, March 29, has been identified.
Big Island Reports 16 New Cases of COVID-19 Wednesday
The state’s two-week average is 99 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.9%
COVID Vaccine Eligibility to Expand on Neighbor Islands
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) is asking its District Health Offices on the neighbor islands to expand vaccine eligibility as needed to ensure all available vaccination slots are filled.
One Visitor Charged with Manslaughter Following Deadly Altercation in Kona
One of the visitors taken into custody following the fatality of a 30-year-old man was charged with manslaughter.
County Looks to Modify Airport Testing Program for COVID-19
Mayor Mitch Roth hopes to modify the COVID-19 post-arrival testing program at Hawai‘i County’s airports in the coming weeks as the rise in trans-pacific travelers has driven up the cost of the program.
Swarm of Earthquakes Reported Beneath Mauna Loa
A swarm of earthquakes, that began on March 29, 2021, at 2:30 a.m. is occurring beneath the northwest flank of Mauna Loa.
Southwest Introduces Pre-Clearance Screening Program to Oahu, Maui
The program allows visitors and returning residents to bypass a mandatory 10-day quarantine on arrival provided they have met key requirements of the program and have correctly uploaded the relevant items into a traveler profile on the State of Hawaii website.
One Person Injured After Single-Vehicle Rollover on Daniel K. Inouye Highway
A single-vehicle rollover on Daniel K. Inouye Highway left a woman injured Tuesday morning.
Daily COVID Cases Drop Below 100 Tuesday, But Two Week Average Still on Rise
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 71 new cases of coronavirus Tuesday, raising the statewide total to 29,581.
$165 Million in CIP Funds Released
Gov. David Ige on Tuesday announced the release of more than $165 million for capital improvement projects (CIP) to fund critical public infrastructure projects.
More FEMA Funding to Come to State to Cover COVID Pandemic Costs
Hawai‘i is set to receive an additional $1,234,910.55 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance program to cover the costs of emergency activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘Carmageddon’ Crashes Into Big Island, as Rental Industry Swallowed by Mass Demand
Anyone on the hunt for a rental car in Hawai´i is in for a disappointing month. At least.
Downed Tree Closes Highway 11 in Both Directions
There is no current estimate on when the road will be cleared.
Two Visitors Arrested on Manslaughter Charges Following Deadly Night out in Kailua-Kona
A night out in Kailua-Kona turned deadly for a visitor from the mainland, according to police.
COVID Spike Continues as Hawai‘i Registers Triple-Digit Cases Again
Monday is the fifth straight day Hawai‘i has registered at least 100 new cases of the virus.
Police Seek Theft Suspect in Kona Case
Big Island police have requested public assistance to identify the suspect in a theft case that occurred over the weekend.
Waimea Resilience Hub Offering CNA Training Scholarships
Applicants must be 18+ years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and be, or become certified in First Aid and CPR.
Vaccine Eligibility Expands to Ages 60 and Older Statewide, Younger on Big Island
All Hawai´i residents 60 years of age and older are eligible to register for COVID-19 vaccinations beginning today.
