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Vehicle Registration, License Renewal Open fo Limited In-Person Services
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Finance wants to remind customers that the Division of Vehicle Registration & Licensing (VRL) offices are now open for limited in-person services.
Big Island Road Closures: June 27-July 3
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for the week of June 27 to July 3.
Camping Reservations Reopen Online
All campsites will reopen with reduced maximum numbers of campers allowed.
Deadly Case of COVID-19 Reported in Hawai‘i
It is the 18th life claimed by the coronavirus since it was detected in Hawai‘i.
West Hawai’i State Parks to Close Early on July 4th
Several West Hawai’i state parks will close early on Independence Day.
DOH Reports 17 New COVID-19 Cases Friday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 17 new cases of COVID-19 overnight, bringing the statewide total to 866.
HPD Releases Portion of Big Island Wanted List
Police ask that anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person on this list call the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.
HPD Chief Takes Issue With Police Reform Bill
The names of disciplined police officers could soon become public record.
Emotion Runs High at Informal Gathering to Discuss Sex Trafficking
Passions ran high and opinions flowed freely at an informal public meeting Wednesday to discuss concerns about sex trafficking on the Big Island.
Big Island Bars, Public Pools Get Nod to Reopen
Nightclubs, large indoor and outdoor venues such as concerts and conventions, and road races such as marathons will remain closed.
Hawai‘i Defers 3% Tariff Increase at State Harbors
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Harbors Division will defer the scheduled 3% tariff increase on the orders of Governor David Ige.
DOH Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 16 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 850.
Jury Trials Set to Resume Sept. 1
Circuit Court jury trials are expected to resume on Sept. 1, Hawai‘i Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald announced Tuesday.
HPD Investigating Vehicle Theft in Keaʻau
Hawaiʻi Police Department is seeking the public’s help in providing information on reported vehicle theft in Keaʻau.
Hawai‘i Police Department is Hiring
Starting June 28, the HPD will be accepting applications for Police Officer I. The application period closes July 7.
County Cancels Swim, Fishing Tournament
The Richardson Rough Water Swim is a one-mile open ocean race held annually that starts and ends at Richardson Ocean Park in Hilo.
Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i Applauds Effort to Reopen State to Travelers
The Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i supports the effort to reopen Trans-Pacific travel beginning Aug. 1 after months of mandated quarantine orders were put in place to stem the spread of COVID-19.
Electric Vehicle Benefits to Sunset This Month
Electric vehicles have been able to park at airports free of charge since 2012.
Travel to Reopen to Visitors with Pre-Travel Testing Program
Trans-pacific travel will reopen to visitors Aug. 1 under a pre-travel testing program as an alternative to a 14-day quarantine.
