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Social Media Influencer Arrested on O‘ahu for Breaking Quarantine

A social media influencer was arrested Friday morning for reportedly breaking the 14-day quarantine mandated by the state in effort stem the spread of COVID-19.

Beach Parks to Close as Cat 3 Hurricane Approaches

All east-facing shores will close this evening due as a Category 3 hurricane approaches the windward side.

BOE to Reconvene in Special Meeting to Address Delay in Reopening Schools

The Hawai‘i Board of Education will reconvene in a special meeting to address the requests to delay the reopening of schools.

Hurricane Watch Issued For Hawai‘i, Maui Counties

The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane watch for the Big Island of Hawai‘i and for Maui County — including Maui, Lana‘i, Moloka‘i, and Kaho‘olawe.

Hawai‘i Breaks Daily COVID-19 Case Record For Second Consecutive Day

The majority of the cases, like yesterday, are on the island of O‘ahu.

Help Discount Fabric Warehouse Sew Face Masks for School-Aged Keiki

Discount Fabric Warehouse is working on collecting face masks for school-aged keiki on the Big Island.

Douglas On Track to Approach Hawaiian Islands Near Hurricane Force

Despite its gradual decrease to a Category 3 hurricane, Douglas is still on track to impact the eastern end of the Hawaiian Island chain at hurricane force starting Saturday night.

Big Island Road Closures, July 24 to July 26

All projects are weather permitting.

Waipi‘o Valley Public Access Closed Starting Saturday

Special duty officers and Waipi‘o Valley Rangers will be on-site at the top of the road leading into the valley to ensure that valley access is restricted to local traffic only.

Douglas Barreling Toward Hawai‘i as Category 4 Hurricane

Douglas is now barreling toward the Hawaiian Islands as a Category 4 hurricane, weather reports indicate Thursday afternoon.

Governor Issues Emergency Proclamation in Anticipation of Hurricane Douglas

The proclamation authorizes the expenditure of state funds for the quick and efficient relief of disaster-related damage, losses, and suffering that may result from the storm. 

Health Officials Mum on Coronavirus Trigger Points Following Single Day Case Record

Thursday marked Hawai‘i’s worst day in its battle against the COVID-19 pandemic, as 55 cases were reported statewide.

Water Conservation Order Lifted

Normal water use is now allowed.

Travel Guidelines, Updates During Severe Weather

With over 98% of all imported goods being shipped through Hawai‘i’s ports, all ports will remain open and operational for as long as safely possible ahead of a storm making landfall.

Douglas to Approach Hawaiian Islands Sunday

Douglas is forecasted to approach the Hawaiian Islands on Sunday, experts report.

Hawai‘i Reports Highest Single-Day Total of Coronavirus Cases, 1 New Death

Health Director Dr. Bruce Anderson said social and economic restrictions could return if behaviors don’t change.

More Unions Join HSTA in Opposition to Reopening of Public Schools in August

Combined, the three groups represent all bargaining unit employees on public school campuses.

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.
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