Big Island Coronavirus Updates
DOH Identifies 21 New Cases of COVID-19 Sunday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 21 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 1,220.
DOH Reports 42 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Friday reported 42 new cases of COVID-19 statewide, bringing the statewide total to 1,200.
Hawai‘i County Coronavirus Relief Fund RFP Announced
Hawai‘i County will receive $80 million CARES Act funding.
17 Cases of Coronavirus Linked to Two O‘ahu Gyms
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Friday said it has linked 17 cases of COVID-19 to two O‘ahu commercial gym facilities.
National Park Expands Public Access
Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historic Park is increasing public access in accordance with CDC guidelines.
DOH Reports 28 New COVID-19 Cases Friday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Friday reported 28 new cases of COVID-19 statewide, bringing the statewide total to 1,158.
DOH Reports 36 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports 36 new COVID-19 cases statewide bringing the cumulative total to 1,130.
DOH Will Temporarily Close Restaurants, Bars Not Complying With Social Distancing
Restaurants, and especially bars, have been shown to have a higher transmission of the coronavirus in respiratory droplets because of overcrowding.
Vehicle Registration, Licensing Open for Limited In-Person Services
Only those customers receiving services will be allowed inside the lobby, and minors or those needing additional assistance may have one additional person accompany them, if needed.
DOH Reports 23 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports 23 new COVID-19 cases statewide bringing the cumulative total to 1,094.
COVID-19 Positive Individuals Visited Big Island on Business Trip, State Says
Tuesday marked the most infectious day of the COVID-19 pandemic in Hawai‘i since it initially struck, with the state Department of Health reporting 41 positive test results statewide.
Green Confirms Highest Daily Case Total of COVID-19 Since Pandemic Began
Lt. Governor Josh Green confirmed the daily tally to multiple news sources Tuesday morning. The statewide total of COVID-19 cases now stands at 1,071.
‘Looming Financial Crisis’ Ahead for Hawai‘i as Tax Revenues Plummet
In June of 2019, Hawai‘i collected $644 million in taxes compared to $483 million this year.
DOH Reports 7 New Cases of COVID-19 Monday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the statewide total to 1,030.
Federal Funds to Bolster Transit on Multiple Counties
The Federal Transit Administration awarded the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation $8.9 million to support rural transit service in Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Counties during the coronavirus pandemic.
Hawai‘i Out-of-State Arrivals Continue to Climb
During this same time last year, approximately 35,000 passengers arrived in the state daily, including residents and visitors.
Hawai‘i Nears 1K Cases of COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 24 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 999.
Hawai‘i Reports 19th Coronavirus Death, 29 New Cases Friday
A total of 29 new cases of the virus were reported Friday, bringing the statewide total to 975 cases.
DOH Reports 20 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 20 new cases of COVID-19 statewide Thursday, bringing the Hawai‘i total to 946 cases since testing began.
UH Releases COVID-19 Guidelines For All Campuses
Guidelines will apply to all 10 campuses across the state.
