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Traffic Shift at Kea‘au-Pāhoa Rd., Ainaloa Blvd. to Start July 20
The traffic shift at the intersection of Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road (Route 130) and Ainaloa Boulevard will begin July 20 as crews continue to install a compact roundabout and related improvements.
Feather Cloak, Helmet Gifted to Captain Cook Return Home Permanently
An ʻahu ʻula (feather cloak) and mahiole (feather helmet), gifted to Captain James Cook in 1779, are being permanently returned to Hawaiʻi by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.
Water Shutoff Scheduled in North Kona for July 16
Water will be temporarily turned off to make a waterline connection for the Waiʻaha Water System Improvements (Transmission) Project on July 16.
DOH Reports 23 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports 23 new COVID-19 cases statewide bringing the cumulative total to 1,094.
Several Locations Islandwide Continue to Screen, Test for COVID-19
It’s been more than three months since the spread of COVID-19 was classified as a worldwide pandemic.
Ambulance Crew Finds Live Ball Python in Hilo
Snakes are illegal to import and/or possess in Hawai`i.
HPD Reports Incident Involving Zip-Tie on Woman’s Vehicle
Upon arrival, officers determined that a 24-year-old female from Volcano exited the home improvement store and noticed a zip-tie attached to her vehicle.
COVID-19 Positive Individuals Visited Big Island on Business Trip, State Says
Tuesday marked the most infectious day of the COVID-19 pandemic in Hawai‘i since it initially struck, with the state Department of Health reporting 41 positive test results statewide.
Pāhoa Animal Hospital Now in Operation
After years in the works, the Pāhoa Animal Hospital opened its doors this month.
Newly Discovered Algae Infesting Hawai‘i’s Northwestern Waters
A fast-growing species of algae was discovered to be infesting Hawai‘i’s northwestern waters.
Hawaiian Launches Travel Assistance Program for College Students
Hawaiian Airlines has established a new travel assistance program for college students returning to school in the fall in an effort to ease the transition amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Green Confirms Highest Daily Case Total of COVID-19 Since Pandemic Began
Lt. Governor Josh Green confirmed the daily tally to multiple news sources Tuesday morning. The statewide total of COVID-19 cases now stands at 1,071.
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.
