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Man Wanted in Connection With Several Criminal Cases
He is wanted for an outstanding bench warrant, as well as for questioning relative to several unrelated criminal investigations.
HVNP Flight Operations For July
Dates and times are subject to change based on aircraft availability and weather.
HIDOE Launches New Online Student Bus Pass Application
Parents can now apply online for bus passes for the 2020-21 school year.
8 People Arrested for DUI Over Holiday Weekend
Over the past two years, 16 people were arrested for operating a vehicle while under the influence during the Fourth of July holiday.
‘Looming Financial Crisis’ Ahead for Hawai‘i as Tax Revenues Plummet
In June of 2019, Hawai‘i collected $644 million in taxes compared to $483 million this year.
7 Runaways Found in Good Health, HPD Reports
Seven teens reported as runaways in the past few months have been found, authorities confirmed Monday afternoon.
13 Hawaiian Airlines Employees Diagnosed With COVID-19
Five additional Hawaiian Airlines employees tested positive for COVID-19 after officials confirmed eight cases last week.
DOH Reports 7 New Cases of COVID-19 Monday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the statewide total to 1,030.
Internship Program Helps Businesses, High School Graduates Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Community leaders came together in a volunteer group named Connect Aloha, to contribute to the COVID-19 response, helping with food distribution and making keiki masks.
Drive-Through Voter Registration Available This Week
To register to vote, a person must be at least 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and a confirmed resident of Hawai‘i.
Libraries Extending Public Service Hours Starting Today
The Hawai‘i State Public Library System (HSPLS) will be expanding public service hours at branches to include some evening and weekend hours starting today.
Flood Advisory Issued for Leeward Side of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 5 p.m.
Fresh Bags of Produce Available for Pickup on Tuesdays at Laʻiʻōpua Center
Free bags of produce will be available to residents every Tuesday at the Laʻiʻōpua Center in Kailua-Kona, starting this week.
Number of COVID-19 Cases in Hawaii Breaches 1,000
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports 25 new COVID-19 cases this afternoon, bringing the statewide total to 1,023.
1 New COVID-19 Case Reported on Big Island Overnight
One COVID-19 case was identified overnight in Hawai‘i County bringing the number of active cases now to six as of today. One person is hospitalized.
Small Quake Rumbles Near Pahala
A 2.7-magnitude earthquake rumbled the northernmost part of Ka‘ū this morning. This is the third quake to hit the Big Island in two days.
Federal Funds to Bolster Transit on Multiple Counties
The Federal Transit Administration awarded the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation $8.9 million to support rural transit service in Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Counties during the coronavirus pandemic.
Hawai‘i Out-of-State Arrivals Continue to Climb
During this same time last year, approximately 35,000 passengers arrived in the state daily, including residents and visitors.
Hawai‘i Nears 1K Cases of COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 24 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 999.
Federal, State Agencies Patrol Big Island Waters for Maritime Violations
The US Coast Guard and NOAA Office of law enforcement crews conducted joint patrols in an effort to identify maritime violations and educate the public of marine life on and offshore.
