Big Island Coronavirus Updates
Hawai‘i Court Dates Pushed Back Months Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald on Friday ordered that trials in civil, criminal and family courts be postponed to a date after May 29, 2020, or the termination of Gov. David Ige’s state of emergency, whichever is sooner.
Distance Learning to Continue to End of School Year
Distance learning at Hawaii’s public and charter schools will continue to the end of the 2019-20 school year.
Cloth Face Masks Now Required When Entering an Essential Business
A new mandate from the governor now requires all individuals to wear cloth face masks while outside or in an essential business.
Kim to Make County Parks Available for Ocean Access, Other Essential Functions
Park facilities that are not listed in the Rule remain closed, and reservations for these parks and recreational facilities are canceled through April 30.
Ige Issues Eviction Moratorium, Enhances Social Distancing Requirements in 5th Emergency Proclamation
All state beaches in Hawai‘i are closed and recreational boating, hiking and fishing outings are restricted to groups of no more than two people unless the group is from the same residential family.
Governor Closes Beaches in Continued Effort to Push Social Distancing
Gov. David Ige has announced that all beaches in the state are now closed in an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19 and promote social distancing.
COVID-19 Cases Surpass 550 in Hawai‘i Friday
A total of 48 people are currently hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection, while the death toll stands at nine.
First Hawaiian Bank to Waive Fee for Non-Customers Cashing Stimulus Checks
First Hawaiian Bank (FHB) announced Friday they will cash checks without a fee to non-customers.
Slight Uptick in COVID-19 Cases on Big Island Connected to Cluster
A hike of COVID-19 cases has been reported on Hawai‘i Island, bringing the number of positive cases to 42, according Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency Friday morning.
Health Care Providers Expand Telehealth Services Amid Pandemic
Hawai‘i’s top health care providers announced ways they have created more opportunities to provide Telehealth services to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Federal Guidelines Issued for Reopening of States
Despite the state’s continued downward trend in COVID-19 cases, Hawai‘i does not satisfy the Federal Government’s criteria for a phased economic reopening.
New COVID-19 Case Identified in Kona Cluster
One new positive COVID-19 case was identified within the Kona cluster among the McDonald’s restaurants, officials reported Thursday afternoon.
Hawaiian Electric Warns Customers of Potential Scammers
The company states it has seen an increase in scam calls during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Suspects Accused of Burglarizing Homes During Pandemic
Two wanted suspects, located in South Kohala, face enhanced charges for crimes committed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
PMG, HNN Partner to Host Concert Honoring Healthcare Workers
Featuring some of Hawai‘i’s notable musicians and special guests, the concert will honor the state’s healthcare heroes, uniting through music.
DOH Reports 11 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports 11 new COVID-19 cases since Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 541.
Inmates Sew Cloth Face Masks for PSD Staff, Community
Inmates at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center have joined the work line in sewing cloth face masks to protect staff and prisoners from the spread of COVID-19.
Tens of Millions in Unemployment Benefits Flowing From State to Workers
DLIR Director Scott Murakami said at a press conference Wednesday that he couldn’t produce an exact figure on the number of people in the state currently reliant on unemployment checks.
State Workers Would Face Pay Cuts up to 20% Under Ige’s Plan to Offset Budget Hit of Coronavirus
Cuts of 20% to teacher salaries were reportedly part of Ige’s proposal and could go into effect as early as May. First responders and state-employed healthcare workers would be looking at pay cuts of 10%.
