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All Kulani Inmates Test Negative for COVID-19
All inmates tested for COVID-19 at Kulani Correctional Facility (KCF) have come back negative, officials announced Thursday.
Volcano Man Charged For Firearms, Probation Violation
Authorities have arrested a 34-year-old Volcano man for offenses related to firearms and revocation of probation.
HPD Charges Man With Sexual Assault of a Minor
The alleged incident occurred on or about Jan. 5, 2020, in the Kailua-Kona area.
DOH Confirms 90 New Cases, 2 More COVID-Related Deaths
The total number of cases now identified in the state since the pandemic began is 11,779.
Body Found in Pololū Valley, Foul Play Not Suspected
Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a man found deceased in Pololū Valley last week.
HPD Seeks Public’s Help Finding Missing, Endangered Girl
Hawai‘i Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a 10-year-old girl who was reported missing.
COVID-19 Emergency Period Extended Through Oct. 31
Gov. David Ige signed a 13th supplementary emergency proclamation that extends the COVID-19 emergency period through Oct. 31.
No Positive COVID Tests Among Halawa Correctional Facility
The first batch of COVID-19 test results for 78 inmates at Hilo’s Kulani Correctional Facility (KCF) all returned negative.
Mayor Pushing Management Change at Hilo Veterans Home
A decision on the future management of Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home could be made Thursday, Hawai‘i County’s mayor said this afternoon.
Saturday Hours at Certain Offices of Vehicle Registration & Licensing
Work is done by appointment only. Appointments may be made online. No walk-ins will be accepted.
DOH Reports 168 New COVID Cases, 2 Deaths Wednesday
The statewide total of cases now stands at 11,689 since the pandemic began.
COVID-Related Deaths at Hilo Veterans Home Climbs to 26
Hilo Medical Center confirms another COVID-19-related fatality from Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home, today, bringing the death toll of residents to 26.
Pampas Grass Eradicated from Hawai’i Island, BIISC Reports
The invasive pampas grass has been uprooted from all known locations on Hawai’i Island.
First Batch of Inmate COVID Testing at HCF Comes Back Negative
COVID-19 test results for the first batch of 250 Halawa Correctional Facility inmates have come back negative, officials confirmed Monday evening.
Schatz Calls for Adequate Ventilation in Schools to Avoid Spread of COVID-19
With some schools set to reopen for in-person instruction for the second quarter, US Sen. Brian Schatz is urging school leaders to ensure there are adequate ventilation and filtration classrooms.
Reopening Framework for Honolulu Based on Daily Cases, Positivity Rate
Gov. David Ige is expected to sign off on the latest COVID-19 emergency order from the City & County of Honolulu, aimed at reducing virus spread and to put O‘ahu on the path to economic recovery.
Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area Closed for Vector Treatment
Plan travel through this area with the knowledge that the public restrooms and amenities at this park will not be available during this timeframe.
