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Active COVID-19 Cases at University of Nations Hits 40
There are now 40 active COVID-19 cases reported at The University of Nations in Kona (UoNK) as of Friday, Oct. 9.
Big Island Rainfall About Average in September
The gage at Piihonua had the highest monthly total of 15.14 inches.
More COVID-Related Fatalities Reported Statewide, As Big Island Sees Record Day of Cases
The Hawai’i Department of Health on Friday reported 155 new cases of coronavirus, pushing the statewide total to 13,300 confirmed cases since the pandemic began.
Record COVID Numbers Strike Big Island
Drive-through testing sites are scheduled at multiple locations over the weekend.
Big Island Man Dies in Tractor Accident
A Coroner’s Inquest investigation has been initiated and an autopsy has been requested to determine the exact cause of death.
First COVID-19 Death Reported at Kona Community Hospital
Kona Community Hospital (KCH) officials confirmed the facility’s first COVID-19-related death.
HPD Releases 25 Names on Outstanding Warrant List
Police ask that anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person on this list to call the department’s non-emergency line.
COVID-19 Test Results for University of Nations Pending
Results are pending for 955 individuals at the University of Nations in Kona (UoNK) tested for COVID-19.
Police Seek Armed and Dangerous Suspect
Police caution members of the public not to approach Calicdan and to immediately contact the police.
Hydraulic Hammer Stolen Off Kona Construction Site
Hawaiʻi Police seek the public’s help in locating a heavy machinery attachment stolen from a construction site in Kona.
Maui Doctor Faces Charges of Unlawful Distribution of Hydrocodone
A Maui doctor with a practice in Hilo is facing charges of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, the US Attorney’s Office reported Thursday afternoon.
Wailuku River Bridge Repairs Scheduled
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced a traffic pattern shift on the Wailuku River Bridge later this month while the structure undergoes repairs.
FBI Raid Nā Leo TV Station in Hilo
The FBI executed a search warrant at Nā Leo TV, located at 91 Mohouli St. in Hilo, this morning.
DOH Reports 101 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 101 new cases of coronavirus Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 13,146 since the pandemic began.
Another Life Care Center Employee Tests Positive for COVID
Officials confirm another associate at Life Care Center (LCC) in Hilo has tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of employees infected to 10.
14 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Hawai‘i County as of Thursday
There are 14 new COVID-19 cases reported on the Big Island as of Thursday, Oct. 8.
Coast Guard Rescues 6 Mariners From Disabled Vessel Off Lāna‘i
The US Coast Guard rescued six mariners from a disabled 24-foot recreational vessel 1.5 miles off Manele Harbor of Lāna‘i, Wednesday afternoon.
State Park Fees Rise for First Time in 20 Years
As of Oct. 9, out-of-state residents and commercial operators will be charged higher fees for entering select Hawaiʻi State Parks.
Post-Arrival Surveillance Testing of Tourists Won’t Carry Quarantine Penalties
Lt. Governor Josh Green announced a plan to create a post-arrival surveillance testing program that will attempt to test 10% of visitors each day to paint at a clear picture of how effective the pre-travel tests are at weeding out positive COVID cases.
