COVID cases rise; more than 850 in Hawaii County over the past seven days
More than 7,000 new COVID-19 cases were reported statewide over the last seven days, with Hawaii County reporting 850 new cases. This is an increase of 87 new cases on the Big Island since last week.
Weak hurricane season predicted as dry conditions continue
Meteorologists predict another weaker-than-average hurricane season this year as dry conditions continue.
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Let’s Talk Food: Omega-3 fatty acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are the structural materials in almost every cell in our bodies. The three main types of omega-3 fats — EPA or eicosapentaenoic acid, DHA or docosahexaenoic acid, and ALA or alpha-linolenic acid — are healthy fats known as polyunsaturated fats. These fats are best known for heart health benefits but the three together are great for brain, eye, skin and hair health.
Police investigating discovery of body behind Kailua-Kona Post Office
Hawaii County police on Tuesday confirmed the body of a man was found in the bushes behind the Kailua-Kona Post Office.
Nurses vote to avoid strike at Waimea facility
Nurses at Queen’s North Hawaii Community Hospital have voted to ratify a new contract, averting a possible strike at the Waimea facility.
Kaiser Permanente mental health pros set for 3-day strike
Nearly five dozen Kaiser Permanente mental health professionals across Hawaii plan to strike this week.
Property assessment cap postponed: Administration warns measure could lead to East-West inequities
A bill capping property assessments could lead to an unfair balance between East Hawaii and West Hawaii, administration officials warned the County Council Finance Committee as a measure aiming to put a 15% ceiling on most commercial classes of property was postponed for the second time.
Keiki booster shots could begin soon
Booster shots for keiki ages 5-11 could be coming to the Big Island as early as next week, pending approval by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Despite reservations, sunscreen ban advances
Hawaii County Council members gave tentative approval Tuesday to a ban on the sale of all but two kinds of sunscreen on the Big Island on the condition that county attorneys can prove the ban is enforceable.
