News
ATV Operator Dies in Construction Site Collision
A fatality occurred Monday at a construction site on the Big Island.
Police Charge Woman With Burglary, Drug Offenses
Hawai‘i Island police took a female suspect into custody in the course of a burglary investigation in Kamuela.
HPD Looking for Missing Waikoloa Teenager
If you know his whereabouts, contact Officer Cory Gray of the Hawaiʻi Police Department at the South Kohala Police Station at 808-887-3080 or on the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.
Big Island Food Drop-Off Locations in May
Motorists should be aware of the potential for traffic congestion near the food distribution sites before and during the drop-off events.
Hawai‘i Reports 4 New COVID-19 Cases Overnight
Hawai‘i Department of Health officials reported four new cases of coronavirus Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 625.
Hawai‘i Economy to Begin Reopening Thursday
Despite residents’ new freedoms, social gatherings in public are still disallowed statewide. People are not allowed to congregate on beaches or while partaking in newly reopened commerce activities outside of residential family units.
Rapid Response Mediation Landlord-Tenant Program
The program will be offered through West Hawai‘i Mediation Center and Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center, with the goal of providing timely conflict prevention and resolution services to commercial and residential landlords and tenants. The service is free.
Retailers, Restaurants Prepare to Reopen
Tina Yamaki, President of Retail Merchants of Hawaiʻi, said her members are working on finalizing guidelines for retail operations this week.
DWS Issues South Kona Water Conservation Request
The department’s use restriction request in South Kona resulted from “unexpected equipment malfunctions” and will remain in place until further notice, DWS said in a press release.
UH to Resume On-Campus Education This Fall
University of Hawai‘i students will attend classes on campus this fall, or at least that’s the plan.
Thief Makes off With Catamaran, Owner Gives Chase
A 50-foot sailing catamaran was stolen from the Honokōhau State Small Boat Harbor Saturday morning.
HPD Charges Kona Man for Theft, Drugs
A Kailua-Kona man has been arrested for several offenses including property crimes following an incident last week.
37th Annual Salute to the Graduates
Big Island Now, Pacific Media Group, and PMG’s Big Island radio stations — KAPA, KBIG and The BEAT — would like to congratulate the Class of 2020!
State Confirms 1 New COVID-19 Case Overnight
A total of 548 people have been released from isolation and are considered recovered.
Hawai‘i County Seeks Members for Redistricting Commission
One resident from each of the County’s nine Council districts is needed to fill the Commission vacancies. The commission needs to be appointed and confirmed by July 1, 2020.
Hawaiian to Create More Personal Space, Require Face Masks on all Flights
Also effective May 8, Hawaiian’s guests will need to wear a face mask or covering that effectively covers the mouth and nose, from checking-in at the airport to deplaning at their destination.
KCH Resumes Elective Procedures
In order to manage and plan for the COVID-19 pandemic, KCH stopped all elective, nonemergent procedures on March 19.
DOH Confirms Two New COVID-19 Cases, 17th Virus-Related Death
As of Sunday at noon, there were 620 confirmed cases of COVID-19 across all islands.
Hawai‘i Judiciary Frees 37% of Prison Population in Two Months
As of May 1, there had been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 inside any prison in Hawai‘i.
