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3,875 New Cases Reported Monday
The state Department of Health reported 3,875 new COVID-19 cases Monday, bringing the statewide total to 147,099. No new fatalities were reported.
Pedestrian Struck, Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash in S. Kohala
A Kailua-Kona woman is dead after she was struck by a vehicle Sunday night while crossing Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway near Mauna Kea Beach Drive.
High Surf Advisory Issued for West-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a high surf advisory for west-facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island through this Tuesday, Jan. 11.
Unpermitted Structure in Paradise Park Goes Up in Flames
No injuries were reported after a vacant single-family wood-frame dwelling in Paradise Park went up in flames Sunday, Jan. 9.
Vehicle Crash Closes Portion of Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway by Mauna Kea Beach Drive
Hawaiʻi Police Department reports Highway 19, Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway at mile 68 around Mauna Kea Beach Drive is closed due to a motor vehicle accident.
Man Rescued After Jumping Into Ocean at End of the World
One man was rescued from an outcropping of rocks after jumping into the ocean at Lekeleke Bay, also known as End of the World in Keauhou, Sunday, Jan. 9.
HPD Seeks Help Finding Missing Hilo Woman
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a Hilo woman who has been reported missing.
West Hawai‘i County Band to Present Free Concert
Start the New Year off on the right foot — tapping along to music.
Puna Geothermal Venture to Host Virtual Community Meeting
Puna Geothermal Venture, along with representatives from Hawaiʻi County and Hawaiian Electric, will host a public virtual community meeting at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, to provide updates and answer questions.
State Reports 4,578 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health reported 4,578 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 143,224. Three new fatalities were reported.
High Surf Warning Extended for Big Island till Monday
The National Weather Service has extended a high surf advisory for Big Island’s west-facing shores to 6 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10.
8 Inmates Test Positive at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center
The latest COVID-19 testing updates received for the correctional facilities were released on Friday, Jan. 7.
‘Final Moments of Their Lives’ : Astronomers Observe Massive Star’s Explosion
For the very first time, astronomers have imaged in real time the dramatic end to a red supergiant’s life, watching the massive star’s rapid self-destruction and final death throes before it collapsed into a Type II supernova.
Big Island Lands 408 New COVID Cases Saturday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 4,204 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 138,646. One new fatality was reported.
Weekly Road Closures: Jan.8-14
The County of Hawai‘i released its weekly road closures for the week of Jan. 8-14. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival Cancelled due to COVID
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation cancelled the Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival due to the COVID-19 surge on the Big Island.
Few Fireworks-Related Issues Reported This New Year’s
Big Island police issued three fireworks-related citations from 6 p.m. New Year’s Eve to 11:59 p.m. Jan. 2.
Cruise Ships Schedule to Port Again Amid COVID Surge, but Officials Say They’re Ready
Experts are on alert, but not overly concerned of the increased COVID cases, they said, as Big Island hospitals have the plans, resources and experience to handle the volume of new cases, even should they rise.
HPD Weekly Outstanding Warrants List: Jan. 7, 2022
Hawaiʻi Police Department releases its weekly outstanding warrants list.
3,586 Cases, 3 Deaths Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 3,586 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 134,442. Three new fatalities were reported.
