DOE releases guidelines for in-person commencements for graduating class of 2022
The state Department of Education released guidelines Wednesday to allow for in-person school commencement and transition ceremonies “that protect the health and safety of students, staff and families,” according to a DOE press release.
BIIF swimming and diving championship results
Saturday at Kamehameha
Democrats’ gas tax holiday is a bad idea
With inflation and price hikes pinching household budgets, Democrats are desperately looking for ways to show voters they’re doing something to ease the pain ahead of midterm elections — and the latest proposal is a gas tax holiday.
COVID shots unlikely to prompt rare inflammation in kids
COVID-19 vaccines are unlikely to trigger a rare inflammatory condition linked to coronavirus infection in children, according to an analysis of U.S. government data published Tuesday.
Navy: 4 die in Kauai crash of contractor’s helicopte
HONOLULU — The U.S. Navy said Tuesday four people have died in the crash of a contractor’s helicopter on Kauai.
Hawaii Senate panel passes ban on fundraisers during session
HONOLULU — The Hawaii Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday passed a bill that would ban lawmaker fundraisers during the legislative session, one of several measures aimed at addressing corruption after two former legislators pleaded guilty in connection with a bribery scandal.
Your Views for February 23
Here we go again
HPD looking for recruits for ‘rewarding career’
The Hawaii Police Department is seeking committed men and women to protect and serve the Big Island.
Obituaries for February 23
Robert Wayne Crivello Sr., 75, of Hilo died Jan. 24. He worked at the Maebo Noodle Factory. Celebration of life gathering 12:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 27), 2022 at Frank M. Santos Park pavilion in Papaikou. Survived by son, Robert Crivello Jr.; brother, Ronald (Loretta) Crivello; sister, Agnes (Bill) Seay of Virginia; nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary.
Council bill would require EV charging stations for new parking lots
A Hawaii County Council member hopes to legally require developers to include electric vehicle charging stations in new parking lots.
Double the time: Lawmakers consider stiffer penalty for drunken drivers in fatal crashes
A measure that would impose a stiffer penalty on a person convicted of first-degree negligent homicide while driving under the influence of an intoxicant passed its only committee hearing Friday.
