Cascading events led to 2018 Kilauea volcanic eruption, providing forecast clues
Kilauea Volcano’s 2018 eruption was triggered by a relatively small and rapid change at the volcano after a decade-long build-up of pressure in the upper parts of the volcano, according to a recent study published in Nature Communications by earth scientists from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and U.S. Geological Survey.
Hawaii Department of Public Safety appoints state sheriff
HONOLULU (AP) — The Hawaii Department of Public Safety has announced that William Oku was appointed to replace Sheriff Al Cummings, who will retire from the position Dec. 1.
Scientists: Rise in honu population unrelated to dip in tourism
While tourism in Hawaii has declined during the COVID-19 pandemic, sea turtle populations have increased — but scientists say the two are unrelated.
11 new COVID-19 cases reported on Thanksgiving Day
There were 11 new COVID-19 cases reported Thursday on Hawaii Island, bringing the island’s total count to 1,569.
Business leaders urge people to ‘shop small’ this holiday season
Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign continues amid pandemic
October visitor stats provide early picture of how tourism is doing since reopening
Courthouses closed through year amid pandemic
HONOLULU — The Hawaii Supreme Court has extended the closure of state courthouses to the public through the end of the year to limit the spread of COVID-19.
State briefs for November 27
Case confident state won’t need to return relief funds
One new COVID case reported Wednesday on Hawaii Island
One new case of COVID-19 was reported Wednesday on Hawaii Island, bringing the island’s total case count to 1,558.
More than 6,600 arrived in Kona between Friday and Tuesday
Despite the pandemic and advice from health and government officials, thousands traveled aboard planes to Hawaii ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Mobile COVID testing unit to be deployed in December
Mayor Harry Kim and other county workers were screened for COVID-19 on Wednesday as a test of the county’s mobile testing unit.
Kim urges evaluation of testing programs, fewer exemptions for travelers
2 Kamehameha Schools Hawaii students distribute care packages
Lawsuits delay Hawaii election certification
Pandemic gave locals fleeting taste of a tourist-free Hawaii
State briefs for November 26
Honolulu councilman calls on police to reinstate virus units
Jury trial set in virus order violation case
Construction begins on homes in Laʻi ʻOpua
Police continue search for missing Honaunau man
Police are still looking for a Honaunau man who has been missing since last Wednesday.
