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Douglas Grows to Cat 3 Hurricane; Expected to Weaken
Douglas is churning toward the Hawaiian Islands as a Category 3 hurricane.
Pāpa‘ikou Water Conservation Result of Deep Well Losing Power
The Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply issued a water conservation order to its Pāpa‘ikou customers Wednesday afternoon.
Judge Rules in Ige’s Favor After Traveler Challenges Quarantine
The Honorable Jill A. Otake denied a motion for a preliminary injunction from a South Carolina traveler who challenged the quarantine.
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendant Dies of COVID-19
A long-time Hawaiian Airlines flight attendant is dead after contracting COVID-19, the company confirmed Wednesday afternoon.
DWS Issues Water Conservation Notice For Pāpa‘ikou
Effectively immediately, the Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply is asking all of its Pāpa‘ikou customers to conserve water.
Hawai‘i Reports 25th Coronavirus-Related Death
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 17 new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, along with the state’s 25th coronavirus-related death.
Douglas Poised to Become Hurricane by Thursday
Tropical Storm Douglas could become a major hurricane on Thursday as it continues its path toward the Hawaiian Islands.
Mayor Kim Clarifies Mask Wearing Requirements
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim issued his 10th Emergency Rule on Coronavirus Wednesday, clarifying mask-wearing requirements on the Big Island.
Civil Defense Reports 7 Active Cases of COVID-19 Wednesday
Big Islanders are reminded to follow the preventive measures of wearing face coverings, practicing social distancing, limiting gatherings, and practicing cleanliness.
ALTRES Medical Seeking Medical Professionals
Medical assistants, nursing assistants, and registered nurses are needed in Hilo and Kona.
Teachers Union Says School Openings Should be Delayed
Hawai‘i public schools will reopen classroom doors on Aug. 4, but the HSTA says that’s not enough time to make schools safe for the return of its members or their students.
Experts Talk Tropical Storm Douglas, Hurricane Preparedness on Facebook Live
State and local officials are monitoring the first tropical storm of hurricane season as it churns closer to the Hawaiian Islands.
HPD Seeks Wanted Big Island Man
Pauline is a 26-year-old male who frequents the Honokaʻa, Kamuela, and Kona areas.
Big Island Offers Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
Acceptable household hazardous waste includes automotive fluids, used batteries, fluorescent bulbs, and pesticides. These events are for household-generated and self-hauled waste only.
Tropical Storm Douglas Gains Strength As it Moves Toward Hilo
Tropical Storm Douglas is expected to become a hurricane later today or tonight, according to the National Hurricane Center.
DOH Reports 25 New Cases of COVID-19 Tuesday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 25 new cases of COVID-19 Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 1,418.
Former HPD Detective Awaiting Trial Pleads Not Guilty to Additional Charges
A former Hawai‘i police detective pleaded not guilty to charges related to intimidating a witness and a jury trial has been scheduled for Dec. 22.
Be The Match Hawai‘i Searching For Donors
Be The Match Hawai‘i continues its search to find a donor for Jaden Ah Mow of Hilo.
Road Work Scheduled to Improve Traffic Flow on Kīlauea Ave.
Work to improve traffic flow on Kīlauea Avenue in Hilo will start on July 27.
HPD Reports 28 DUI Arrests Over Past Week
Twenty-eight motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant from July 13-19.
