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HIDOE Proposed Budget Cuts Could Impact Student Programs, Special Education, HSTA Says
The Hawai‘i Student Teacher Association (HSTA) fears the Hawai‘i Department of Education’s (HIDOE) proposed cuts could result in lost jobs and student programs.
Trail, Area Closures Set For Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park This Week
Alternative access to certain areas will be provided.
Surveillance Footage Captures Images of 2 Individuals Reportedly Involved in Robbery
Hawai‘i Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying two individuals wanted in a robbery that occurred in downtown Hilo.
Big Island Sees 1 New Cases of Coronavirus Wednesday, Keeping With Trend
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 75 cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Avoid Holiday Theft This Season With a Few Simple Measures
Although the COVID-19 pandemic will impact shopping and other holiday events, consumers must still remain vigilant of their surroundings and activities
High Surf Advisory Issued For Big Island
A high surf advisory means surf will be higher than normal, and shore break and dangerous currents could cause injury or death.
Waimea Community Bands Together to Buy KeikiDesks for WMS Students
The challenges of distance learning for Waimea Middle School (WMS) students were made a little easier with the arrival of 150 KeikiDesks.
Kona Man Reportedly Steals Vehicle After Entering a Home Without Permission
A Kailua-Kona man is facing an array of property charges after entering a home without permission and reportedly threatening the resident.
Discovery of Stolen Vehicle Leads to Arrests in Kona
The recovery of a stolen vehicle led to the arrest of a man a woman who are now facing theft, drug and firearm charges.
Court Effectively Ends Aquarium Fishing in West Hawai‘i With Environmental Ruling
While the First Circuit Court’s ruling will again hinder aquarium fishers’ push to keep their industry viable in West Hawai‘i, it won’t do so immediately.
KCH Clears Hospital of COVID Patients Monday
As of Monday afternoon, Kona Community Hospital reported zero patients currently admitted for coronavirus treatment.
Big Island Identifies 6 New COVID Cases, Surpasses 1,600 Total
Hawai’i’s two-week average is 80 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.7%.
Schatz Urges Gov to Maintain Expanded COVID-19 Contact Tracing Program
US Senator Brian Schatz has called on Gov. David Ige to maintain Hawai‘i’s expanded COVID-19 contact tracing program.
Visitors Bureau to Launch ‘Shop Big Island’ Website
The only requirement for a listing is that the business is physically located on Hawai‘i Island. Registration is free.
HPD: Hilo Woman Strikes Police Vehicle With Car in Attempt to Evade Arrest
A Hilo woman is facing a charge of assault against a law enforcement officer, as well as property, drug and firearm offenses after hitting a police vehicle in an attempt to evade arrest.
Make the Most Out of Giving Tuesday
On Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we spend — but on Giving Tuesday, we give.
HVNP Releases December Flight Operations Schedule
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announces flight plans for December 2020.
House Committee Asks Governor to Rollback New Travel Requirement
Tourism and business figures across the state expressed concern on the impact to tourism if those who were tested within 72 hours of travel but didn’t receive the results were made to quarantine without exception.
Hilo Crime Spree Results in Two Arrests
A crime spree in Hilo Friday morning has led to two arrests by the Hawai‘i Police Department.
