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Police Searching For Pāhoa Runaway
Police ask anyone with information on her whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line at (808) 935-3311.
Pandemic Travel Toll Not Impacting Hawai‘i Experience, Survey Says
State tourism officials and industry stakeholders have agonized over the impact government restrictions and personal hang-ups may have on the state’s economic recovery.
Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
The reason for the closure is to provide public safety during the removal of invasive, non-native
vegetation as the park will be using helicopter operations.
Three-Car Collision Leaves One Dead on Big Island
Police investigating the traffic collision have determined that inattention to driving and failure to yield were major contributors to the crash.
Legislative Committee Hearings in 2021
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the State Capitol building is closed and in-person attendance at Senate and House committee hearings is suspended for the 2021 legislative session.
Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program Hiring
Nonprofit organization hiring for June 7 – July 23, 2021.
Drinking Water at Schools and Child Care Facilities to be Tested
Drinking water at selected Hawai‘i public schools and child care facilities to be tested for lead from May to Dec. 2021.
Ten New Cases Reported on the Big Island
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 95 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.2%.
DHHL Reports 2020 Beneficiary Study Results
The study utilized two self-administered surveys, aimed to provide statistically reliable data and assess the current condition and needs of lessees and Waiting List applicants as of August 2020.
Hawaiʻi Island Natives to Star During the 75th Hula Bowl
Manaola Yap will star alongside Hula Halau Manaola during the 2021 Hula Bowl halftime show segment directed by Hilo native, Tracey Niimi.
The Count of Humpback Whales in Hawai‘i Has Begun
Nearly 200 Humpback whales were seen Saturday morning across the state.
State Offers Options on Extending Unemployment Benefits
The state is offering choices to unemployed residents on how they’d like to continue to receive benefits.
Seven New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 116 new cases of coronavirus Saturday, raising the statewide total to 25,771.
Three COVID-19 Testing Clinics Scheduled for Saturday
Three COVID-19 testing clinics are scheduled today.
Boarding Accident on Maunakea Leaves Woman With Critical Injuries
A 23-year-old woman suffered critical injuries after running into rocks while bodyboarding on Maunakea.
DOH Survey: E. Hawai‘i Residents More Likely to Take COVID Vaccine Than W. Hawai‘i Residents
A recent study released by the Department of Health revealed Big Island residents near Hilo were more likely to take the COVID-19 vaccine compared to residents near Kailua-Kona.
New COVID Vaccine Could Prove Global Viral Deterrent
Health professionals have confirmed more than 100 million COVID-19 infections worldwide since the pandemic began.
USDA Summer Food Service Program Seeks Sponsors to Keep Keiki Healthy
Schools, public agencies, churches and private nonprofit organizations may apply to be SFSP sponsors.
Five New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 106 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.5%.
