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DOH Reports 45 New COVID Cases Thursday
The state’s two-week average is 47 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.2%.
Stunning New Video Footage of 2018 Kīlauea Eruption Released
The most active volcano in the world, Kīlaueua had been erupting for decades, but the next several months would be characterized by the volcano’s most explosive activity in centuries.
Hilo Restaurant Burgled by Unknown Thief
A small, family-owned Lebanese food establishment in Hilo reported it was burglarized Wednesday morning.
Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspect(s) in Hilo Bank Burglary
Hawai‘i Police is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect(s) responsible for a bank burglary in downtown Hilo last month.
Kaua‘i-Born Seal Flown to Kona Mammal Hospital After Suspected Dog Attack
A Hawaiian monk seal was airlifted from Kaua‘i to Kailua-Kona’s marine mammal hospital after suffering injuries from a suspected dog attack.
Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Scheduled for March
Hawai‘i County will host two free residential household hazardous waste collection events — one in Waimea and the other in Pāhoa.
Unemployment Tax Breaks For Businesses Sent to Governor’s Desk
If signed by the Governor, HB 1278 would help to contain the economic fallout from COVID-19 by temporarily reducing the unemployment insurance contribution rates.
Puna Woman Reported Missing
Police ask anyone with information on her whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line at (808) 935-3311.
Gyms Can Work Against Health During Pandemic, Study Finds
A 2020 coronavirus cluster traced to three fitness centers was highlighted in a scientific paper that was published today by the CDC.
Four New COVID-Related Deaths Identified in Hawai‘i
The state’s two-week average is 51 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.2%.
Big Island Vacation Rentals Operate Below 50% Capacity in January
The report included data for 27,980 units, representing 48,094 bedrooms in the Hawaiian Islands.
Wind Advisory Issued for Hawai‘i County
The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory until 6 p.m. Thursday.
High Surf Advisory Extended
A high surf advisory has been extended to March 1 for north- and east-facing shores.
Police Charge Big Island Man With Abuse
A Hilo man was arrested and charged with abuse of family or household member after a reported domestic dispute last weekend.
UPDATE: Power Restored to Hawaiian Electric Customers in Honoka‘a Area
More than 2,200 Hawaiian Electric customers are without power from Papaikou to Kalopa and Honoka‘a/Pa‘auilo areas.
Main Break Cuts Off Water to Portion of E. Hawai‘i
A DWS water tanker will be located near the Pāpa‘ikou Community Gym on Old Māmalahoa Highway for the public’s use.
County Offers Hazardous Household Waste Collections
Hawai‘i County is offering household waste collection services at two recycling transfer stations next month.
