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Hawai‘i Supreme Court Ends Emergency Order to Release Nonviolent Inmates Due to COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court decided to lift its emergency safety order in place due to COVID-19 and overcrowding concerns, allowing for the release of nonviolent inmates from jails statewide.
Hilo Man Charged in 2 Hilo Business Thefts
A Hilo man is facing various charges including habitual property in connection to two daytime thefts at Hilo businesses.
2nd HCCC Employee Tests Positive for COVID
A second Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center (HCCC) employee has tested positive for COVID-19, state officials confirmed this afternoon, April 16.
Haleki’i Market to Celebrate Keiki Entrepreneurs on May Day
On May 1, HKM will be hosting a day-long celebration highlighting Keiki Entrepreneur booths.
Availability Remains For Mass Vaccination Event in Ka´ū
Vaccinations are by appointment only, and no walk-ups will be admitted.
Hawaii COVID Cases Close in on 100 For Second Straight Day
The state’s two-week average is 83 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Hawai‘i to Lower Flags in Honor of Mass Shooting Victims
By order of the President of the United States and Governor David Ige, Hawai‘i will pay its respects.
Visitor Accused of Manslaughter Seeks to Return to Mainland
A Pennsylvania man accused of manslaughter is seeking to reduce bail and return home to the continental US.
Volcano Watch: Young Activity in Kīlauea’s Southwest Rift Zone
It is no secret that the Island of Hawaiʻi is home to fantastic volcanic features, many of which have been created during eruptions of Kīlauea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai since 1800.
County to Host Meetings on Rent, Utility Assistance Grants
To qualify for rent and utility grants, applicants must be Hawai‘i Island residents, at least 18 years old, and have lost income due to COVID-19.
Post-Arrival COVID Testing at Big Island Airports Winds Down
Thursday marked the beginning of the end for COVID-19 testing at Big Island airports.
COVID Cases on Rise in Kailua-Kona
The state’s two-week average is 82 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Visitor Accused of Manslaughter Pleads Not Guilty
A Pennsylvania visitor accused of manslaughter pleaded not guilty in 3rd Circuit Court this morning, April 15.
Albizia Tree Removal to Close Big Island Park
For more information, call Parks and Recreation at (808) 961-8311.
Police on Lookout For Missing Pāhoa Teen
Police ask anyone with information on his whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line immediately.
Food Drive Set For South Kona Saturday
The groups will accept both canned food and monetary donations.
