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Flu Shots Available at Walmart Locations Statewide
Walmart is offering flu shots at all nine of its pharmacy locations in Hawaii through walk-up and community flu shot clinics.
HPD Officer Honored For Bravery After Being Shot at by Suspect
For his bravery and valor in the line of duty, Officer Benjamin Nishimoto, a 13-year veteran of the Hawai‘i Police Department, was recognized by the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai‘i as Officer of the Month.
Over 30 People Hospitalized for COVID-19 on Big Island, Officials Confirm
The Hawaiʻi Department Health reported 845 new COVID-19 cases as of Friday, bringing the statewide total to 54,443.
Kealakehe High Records Most New COVID Cases for Week of Aug. 14-19
HIDOE reported a total of 383 confirmed staff and student cases statewide.
$750K in CIP Funds Released for Projects in Hāwī, North Kona
Gov. David Ige released $750,000 in funding for two capital improvement projects (CIP) in Hāwī and North Kona.
HPD Releases Weekly Outstanding Warrants List
Hawaiʻi Police Department released its weekly outstanding warrants list on Aug. 19.
Hawai´i County Asks Governor to Reinstate Pre-Travel Testing For All
Hawai´i County Mayor Mitch Roth has officially petitioned Governor David Ige to reinstate pre-travel testing for every visitor arriving in the Hawaiian Islands.
Hawaii Expands Telephone Assistance for Unemployment Claimants
Appointments must be scheduled with the appropriate section that can service the individual’s claims.
Unoccupied Paradise Park Home Burns to Ground
No injuries were reported after a vacant home in Keaʻau burned to the ground early this morning.
Hilo Public Library Temporarily Closes After Staff Member Tests Positive for COVID-19
The Hilo Public Library is temporarily closed after an employee tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, Aug. 18.
IRONMAN World Championship Postponed
The world’s best triathletes will have to wait even longer before returning to Kailua-Kona to traverse the sport’s most iconic course.
Reported COVID-19 Cases on Big Island Top 6,000
The Hawaiʻi Department Health reported 752 new COVID-19 cases as of Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 53,598.
Unemployment Offices to Remain Closed Statewide
The DLIR has announced it will not open statewide offices as planned on Sept. 7 due to the significant increase in COVID-19 cases.
Teachers Unhappy With School Safety Protocol, Demand Negotiations
Concerns over defined and enforced safety protocols at Hawaiʻi’s public schools continue as educators enter the third week of the 2021-22 school during a surge in reported COVID-19 cases statewide.
HPD Charges Man Who Led Police on Foot Chase Through Kailua-Kona
Investigators have determined that Turner was responsible for several crimes.
Police Identify Victim in Deadly Honoka´a Traffic Collision
Police have identified a man who died following a traffic collision on the Big Island earlier this week.
High Surf Advisory Extended For Big Island
Breaking waves may impact harbors, making navigating the harbor channel dangerous.
Hurricane Linda Weakens as it Moves Toward Hawai´i
At 11 am HST, the center of Hurricane Linda was located approximately 1,500 miles east of Hilo.
Exclusive Interview: Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth Discusses Critical Issues Facing Hawaiʻi County Today
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth sits down with Pacific Media Group COO and Big Island Now Director, Jack Dugan to address some of the greatest challenges facing the county today.
