Big Island Coronavirus Updates
DOH Reports 9 New Cases of COVID-19 Overnight
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported nine new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, increasing the statewide total to 926 positive test results since the pandemic began.
Interisland Travel And Health Form Now Available Online
The form may not be completed or submitted outside of the 24-hour time frame.
DOH Reports 18 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 18 new cases of COVID-19 Tuesday, raising the statewide total to 917.
Two Returning Residents Arrested For Quarantine Violation
A Kaneohe man and a Mililani man are the latest people to be arrested by agents of the Department of the Attorney General Investigations Division for violations.
DOH Reports Two New Cases of COVID-19 Monday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the statewide total to 900.
Guidelines Set to Reopen In-Person Instruction at Hawai‘i Public Schools
Large spaces not traditionally used as classrooms, such as gyms and computer labs, will be utilized as additional learning spaces. Outdoor instruction may also occur depending on weather conditions.
To-Go Meal Kits Available Free on Thursday
Pick up begins at 5 p.m. and will continue as long as supplies last.
State Seeking Contact Tracers as COVID-19 Cases Climb
Ideal candidates have clinical healthcare backgrounds and a minimum education consisting of an undergraduate degree.
DOH Reports 27 New Cases of COVID-19 Sunday
The Department of Health reported 27 new cases overnight, bringing the statewide total to 899.
DOH Reports 6 New COVID-19 Cases Overnight
Six new COVID-19 cases have been reported by Hawai‘i Department of Health, bringing the cumulative statewide total to 872.
DOH Reports 17 New COVID-19 Cases Friday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 17 new cases of COVID-19 overnight, bringing the statewide total to 866.
Big Island Bars, Public Pools Get Nod to Reopen
Nightclubs, large indoor and outdoor venues such as concerts and conventions, and road races such as marathons will remain closed.
DOH Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 16 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 850.
County Cancels Swim, Fishing Tournament
The Richardson Rough Water Swim is a one-mile open ocean race held annually that starts and ends at Richardson Ocean Park in Hilo.
Travel to Reopen to Visitors with Pre-Travel Testing Program
Trans-pacific travel will reopen to visitors Aug. 1 under a pre-travel testing program as an alternative to a 14-day quarantine.
DOJ Issues Official Support For Lawsuit Against Ige, Travel Quarantine
The Center For American Liberty, on behalf of residents of Nevada and California who own property in Hawai‘i, filed a federal lawsuit last week against Governor David Ige
Hawai’i County Expands Emergency Loan Eligibility
Maximum loan amounts are $2,500 for individual workers and $5,000 for self-employed persons.
New COVID-19 Contact Tracer Scam Identified
Red flags that the caller might be an impersonator include asking for your Social Security Number, bank information, or a form of payment.
Hawai‘i Identifies 3 New COVID-19 Cases Overnight
The statewide total of COVID-19 cases now stands at 819.
Special Food Program Available Statewide
Beginning June 24, the program will be expanding to a total of 30 participating grocery stores statewide.
