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100 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 625 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 57,747.
Motorcyclist Dies After Colliding Head-On with Dump Truck on Highway in Pāhoa
A motorcyclist is dead after colliding with a dump truck head-on while riding on Highway 132 in Pāhoa.
Hilo Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possession of Over 2 Pounds of Methamphetamine
A Hilo man who pleaded guilty to possession of more than two pounds of methamphetamine in federal court was sentenced to up to 15 years in prison.
HTA Reports Rise in Supply, Demand for Vacation Rentals Statewide in July
Hawaiʻi vacation rentals statewide reported substantial increases in supply and demand and average daily rate (ADR) in July 2021 compared to the same time last year during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Hawaiʻi Toursism Authorityʻs monthly report.
Surveillance Captures Suspects Taking Hydraulic Jackhammer from Puna Residence
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying suspects in a theft of a hydraulic jackhammer.
Tune in to Relay For Life Saturday Evening
Due to the pandemic, Relay For Life events might look different, but the passion and commitment to fight cancer are unchanged.
Georgia Man Cited After Lifting Sea Turtle Out of Water in Maui
A Georgia man was cited after he lifted a sea turtle out of the water by its shell while visiting Maui earlier this month.
Big Island Hits 40 Hospitalizations as Infections Continue to Rise
The Department of Health (DOH) has reported that the State and Island of Hawai´i have been experiencing wide-spread community-based transmission of the coronavirus for several weeks.
Bid Application Deadline Extended for Hilo Muni Restaurant Concession
The Department of Parks and Recreation has extended the bid deadline for the lease to operate a restaurant concession at the Hilo Municipal Golf Course (“Hilo Muni”) to Sept. 14, 2021.
100 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 565 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 57,235.
ʻUkulele Lending Comes to Big Island Libraries
Twelve Hawaiʻi Island public libraries will launch a new lending collection of ‘ukulele beginning Thursday, Aug. 26.
HPD Seeking Puna Runaway
Police ask anyone with any information about Thibodeau’s whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line.
Swarm of Earthquakes Detected Beneath Kīlauea Summit Caldera
An increase in earthquake activity has been detected beneath the south part of Kīlauea summit caldera, within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Hawai´i Considers Return to Lockdowns, Discusses Health Passes Amid Surge
Asking residents to voluntarily bear the burden of COVID restrictions, a strategy this administration has turned to in recent weeks, does not appear to be working.
Domestic Incident Results in Altercation, Stabbing
Hawai‘i Island police detectives are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred in Ocean View on Friday.
HPD Identifies Kealakekua Murder Victim
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department has identified a Big Island murder victim.
Flood Advisory Issued For Large Section of Big Island
A flash flood watch also remains in effect for Hawai´i County until 6 am Tuesday.
UH System Implements Vaccine Mandate
The university’s decision comes after the FDA granted full authorization to the Pfizer vaccine.
Pfizer Vaccine Granted Full FDA Approval
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine has been granted full approval by the United States government.
