DOJ Issues Official Support For Lawsuit Against Ige, Travel Quarantine
The Center For American Liberty, on behalf of residents of Nevada and California who own property in Hawai‘i, filed a federal lawsuit last week against Governor David Ige
Hawai’i County Expands Emergency Loan Eligibility
Maximum loan amounts are $2,500 for individual workers and $5,000 for self-employed persons.
New COVID-19 Contact Tracer Scam Identified
Red flags that the caller might be an impersonator include asking for your Social Security Number, bank information, or a form of payment.
Attempted UEMV Incident in Ka‘ū Determined to be Non-Criminal
Claims of an attempted child abduction in Ka‘ū last week appear to be a misunderstanding, authorities said Tuesday.
ACLU Raises Concerns Over Facial ID Technology in Airports
While Hawai‘i’s airports are being outfitted with screening equipment to protect island communities from COVID-19, the American Civil Liberties Union fears that technology could be violating constitutional and privacy rights.
Hawai‘i Identifies 3 New COVID-19 Cases Overnight
The statewide total of COVID-19 cases now stands at 819.
HPD Seeks Man For Questioning
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is seeking a Big Island man in connection with an incident that occurred in Kamuela in late May.
Special Food Program Available Statewide
Beginning June 24, the program will be expanding to a total of 30 participating grocery stores statewide.
Free Community Meal Thursday
La‘i‘ōpua 2020 and Ippy’s Hawaiian Barbeque are offering a free meal Thursday.
Lingering Concerns Remain After Reported Cult Leaves Big Island
The presence of an alleged cult on the Big Island appears to have heightened awareness of sex trafficking in Kaua‘i County.
Nearly $1 Million in Community Development Block Grants Coming to Big Island
Nearly $1 million in block grant funding is on its way to the Big Island, and the county is asking the public for proposals for its distribution.
Young Brothers Cargo Containers Slip Off Barge Into Hilo Bay
Twelve of the 21 containers are reported as missing, while nine continue to float offshore.
State Senate Reconvenes for 3-Week Session
The Hawai‘i State Senate is scheduled to resume its 2020 session today and end on July 10.
Manpower Shortage Forces Closure of Pa‘auilo Transfer Station
The Pa‘auilo Transfer Station is closed till 4 p.m. today due to a shortage of manpower, county officials reported this morning.
DOH Reports 4 New Cases of COVID-19 Overnight
There are currently three active cases of COVID-19 on the Big Island.
HPD Seeks Public Help Locating 17-year-old Runaway
Hawai‘i Police Department seeks the public’s help in locating a 17-year-old runaway.
DOH Launches Sexual, Gender Minority Online Resource
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has launched an online resource hub addressing Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) in honor of Pride Month.
Abandoned Shed, Vehicle Destroyed in Kea‘au Blaze
No injuries were reported after an abandoned shed and vehicle went up in flames in Kea‘au on Sunday afternoon.
HI Coffee Association Presents 2020 Webinar Series
The Hawaii Coffee Association will host a Webinar Series on June 24 and June 25.
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