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Lava Lake at Halema‘uma‘u Crater Reaches 718 Feet in Depth
According to USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the active portion of the lava lake is around 17 acres.
Aerial Arts Studio Set to Open in Downtown Hilo
A new aerial arts studio is opening doors in downtown Hilo starting March 1.
DOH Reports 2 New COVID-19 Cases on the Big Island
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 59 new cases of coronavirus Saturday, raising the statewide total to 27,107.
Community COVID-19 Testing Sites: Feb. 20, 2021
COVID-19 testing will be available in three districts today.
State to Lower Age Limit on Vaccine Eligibility ‘Soon’
Vaccination eligibility is about to expand in Hawai‘i to a slightly younger demographic.
Ball Python, Iguana Found in Honolulu on Back-to-Back Days
Persons possessing illegal animals are subject to severe penalties, including fines of up to $200,000 and up to three years in prison.
Hawai‘i Considers ‘Magic Mushrooms’ as Medicine
A proposal to decriminalize “magic mushrooms” will be heard by the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday morning at the State Capitol.
County Imposters Spread Inaccurate COVID Policies at Puna Businesses, Officials Say
Imposters posing to be county officials have been reported to be disseminating inaccurate information about COVID-19 policies and procedures in the Puna District.
Big Island Reports 10th COVID Case This Week
The state’s two-week average is 41 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 0.8%.
HPD Weekly Outstanding Warrants: Feb. 19, 2021
Hawai‘i Police Department released its weekly list of outstanding warrants.
UH Scientists Excited to Search for Ancient Life on Mars After Successful Rover Landing
With the successful landing of the rover, Perseverance, on Mars, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa scientists will now start their search for signs of ancient life.
DWS Now Accepting Submissions for Annual Keiki Water Conservation Contest
The Department of Water Supply (DWS) is now accepting entries for its 3rd Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest open to Big Island students island-wide who attend kindergarten through the fifth grade.
Makea Stream Bridge Closed Due to Safety Concerns
The Makea Stream Bridge on Kaupakuea Homestead Road will be closed effective immediately due to the undermining of the bridge abutments.
Big Island’s Coronavirus Decline Not Linked to Less Testing
Recent numbers represent state and county lows since the summer of 2020.
Thunderstorm May Bring Hail to Miloli‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has forecast a strong thunderstorm that will impact an area of West Hawai‘i Island.
VOLCANO WATCH: What’s going on at Kīlauea’s Summit Lava Lake?
The rise of the lava lake has been interrupted by several plateaus, and even drops, in level over the past few weeks.
Flood Advisory Issued For West Hawaii
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory the Big Island though Thursday afternoon.
Big Island Identifies 7 New COVID Cases
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 43 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 0.9%.
HPD Renews Request for Help Finding Runaway Teen
Hawaiʻi Police are renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating a 16-year-old girl reported as a runaway two years ago.
