News
April Visitor Arrivals Approached 60% of Pre-Pandemic Totals
Prior to the pandemic, Hawai´i experienced record-level visitor expenditures and arrivals in 2019, as well as in the first two months of 2020.
Road Closure Scheduled in Hōnaunau for Traffic Investigation
Keala O Keawe Road (Highway 160) between the entrance of Pu’uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park and Hōnaunau Beach Road will close today, May 27, 2021, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Update: Some Power Restored After Outage in Pāhoa
Hawaiian Electric reported a power outage in the Kapoho/Pāhoa Rd/Vacationland/Nanwale Estates areas this morning, May 27.
HIDOE Grab-and-Go Summer Meals Begins in June
The Grab-and-Go meal service at Hawaii’s schools begins June 4 and runs until July 19.
No Injuries Reported in Pāhoa Structure Fire
No injuries were reported after an unfinished residential structure was damaged in a blaze late Wednesday evening in Pāhoa.
Hawai´i’s Tourism Industry Rebounding Faster Than Expected
The tourism bounce back in Hawai´i is outpacing what industry professionals expected.
Elderly Big Island Man Reported Missing
The 69-year-old was reported missing on Monday, May 24, 2021.
Russian Spy Vessel Confirmed Off Hawai´i Coast
The US Navy has confirmed the presence of a Russian spy vessel lingering off the coast of Hawai´i.
Total of 6 HCCC Inmates Test Positive for COVID
Two additional inmates at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections among prisoners to six.
COVID Variants Now Dominate New Hawai‘i Infections
SLD reports a growing presence of the P.1 variant, among others, which is highly infectious and may be more resistant to antibodies.
Hawaii Flags to Half-Staff in Wake of San Jose Mass Shooting
This action is a mark of respect for the victims of the mass shooting in San Jose, California.
Big Island Reports 2800th COVID Case
The state’s two-week average is 50 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.0%.
First ‘Revitalize Puna’ Event Set For Early June
The event is organized around five resilience categories – social, cultural, economic, natural environment, and built environment – with a station dedicated to each.
Man Found Shot, Killed at End of the World
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting after a man was found dead on the road at End of the World Tuesday night, May 25.
Ka‘ū Man Wanted for Questioning in Kona Theft Located
Hawai‘i Island police have located a Ka‘ū man wanted for questioning in regards to a theft that occurred in Kona.
Wanted Big Island Man Located by Police
On Monday, May 25, 2021, at 11:30 a.m., Galigo turned himself in to the East Hawai‘i Detention Facility.
Governor Repeals Outdoor Mask Mandate
Governor David Ige on Tuesday lifted all mask requirements for outdoor activities, effective immediately.
3 Additional HCCC Inmates Test Positive for COVID
Three additional inmates at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center have tested positive for COVID-19.
DOH Reports 23 New Cases of COVID Tuesday
The state’s two-week average is 53 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.0%.
