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Big Island Under Flash Flood Watch Beginning Tonight
Flood prone roads and other low lying areas may be closed without warning due to flooding.
KCH Also Accepting COVID Vaccine Pre-Registration for 12-Year-Olds
Like Hilo Medical Center, Kona Community Hospital is accepting pre-registration for the COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12 to 15.
Former MPD Officer Pleads Guilty to Fraud
Saffeels faces a maximum penalty of 20 years imprisonment and a fine of not more than $250,000 as to each of the seven counts when he is sentenced.
DOH Recalls Food Items Over Concern of Serious Illness
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has issued a product recall based on possible contamination.
Big Islander Named Senate Majority Leader
Prior to being elected to the Senate, he served six years as a member of the Hawaiʻi Island County Council, including two years as Council Chair.
Walk-In Vaccinations at Hawaiʻi Walmart, Sam’s Club Locations
Vaccines are being administered via both walk-up and scheduled appointments.
DOH Identifies 64 New COVID Cases in Hawai‘i
The state’s two-week average is 93 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.7%.
DOE Expands Summer Programming for Student Needs
Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) schools will offer a variety of summer programming aimed at addressing the learning needs of students as they transition back to full in-person learning.
Back-to-School Immunizations Required for Incoming 7th Graders
The Department of Health is encouraging parents of incoming seventh graders to schedule back-to-school vaccinations and physical examinations.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Kona, Kohala Districts
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flash flood watch for Kona and Kohala Districts from Thursday evening through late Friday night.
HPD to Conduct Further Investigation Into March Vehicle Fatality in Hōnaunau
A portion of Keala O Keawe Road in Hōnaunau will be closed this week as authorities conduct further investigation into a single-vehicle crash in March that left one person dead.
Pfizer Vaccine Expected to be Approved for Children Ages 12 to 15
Hilo Medical Center is opening sign-up for 12-year-olds to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in anticipation of the US Drug Administration’s announcement approving the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 12 to 15.
DOH Highlights Keiki Mental Health Services for Mental Health Awareness Month
In light of the challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) and the Children’s Mental Health Awareness Planning Group are hosting a series of virtual events to encourage parents and families to talk about mental health with their children and to seek out resources if needed.
Search Warrant on Hakalau Home Yields Drugs, 1 Arrest
A search warrant executed on Hakalau resident yielded various drugs along with one arrest.
Local COVID-19 Campaign for Keiki Hosts Free Video Classes With Hawai‘i Artists
Keiki Heroes, a Hawai‘i STEM Community Care program, launched the Superpower Art Adventure today in another imaginative step toward helping keiki thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic.
DOH Reports 80 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 80 new cases of coronavirus on Tuesday.
Hawaiian Electric to End Moratorium on Disconnections for Nonpayment
Hawaiian Electric’s end on the moratorium on disconnections for nonpayment is approaching.
UH Announces Commencement Plans for Campuses Statewide
University of Hawai‘i campuses across the state will host drive-through and Zoom graduations the second year in a row as concerns of the COVID-19 pandemic remain ongoing.
