Turning grief into change, movement targets racial injustice
Momentum for what many hope is a sustained movement aimed at tackling racial injustice and police reforms promised to grow Friday as more protesters filled streets around the world and mourners prepared to gather in the U.S. for a second memorial service for George Floyd, who died a dozen days ago at the hands of police in Minneapolis.
Creagan withdraws candidacy: Bondera selected as heir apparent in Democratic contest for House District 5
State Rep. Richard Creagan dropped out of the House District 5 race after hiring a handpicked, last-minute candidate to manage his legislative office in Honolulu.
Trump evokes Floyd after hailing strong jobs report
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Friday declared it was “a great day” for George Floyd as he discussed a strong jobs report for the country and efforts to bring about racial equality. Joe Biden, the likely Democratic presidential nominee, said Trump’s comments about Floyd were “despicable.”
US unemployment drops unexpectedly to 13.3% amid outbreak
WASHINGTON — U.S. unemployment dropped unexpectedly in May to 13.3% as reopened businesses began recalling millions of workers faster than economists had predicted, triggering a big rally Friday on Wall Street and giving President Donald Trump something to boast about in his reelection bid.
Kim ‘not surprised’ by unemployment numbers
Planning commission approves permit for contentious cell tower
Council approves budget
Larger gatherings could be allowed by July
$9.6M for new buses, operations heading to county
Kilauea Ave to get face-lift
Kamehameha Schools sues operators of Volcano golf course
Filing period ends; Lowen, David, Kierkiewicz to run unopposed
Hundreds gather in Hilo for peaceful protest of George Floyd’s death
UH economist: Tens of thousands could flee Hawaii
More businesses back to work
PUC opens emergency investigation of Young Brothers
Trump threatens military force against protesters nationwide
Mandatory quarantine for interisland travel ends June 16; Ige encourages residents to visit neighbor islands
Hilo hospital to ease visitor restrictions
Nearly two months after implementing a no-visitor policy in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Hilo Medical Center will begin loosening those restrictions this week.
Hilo breakwater study likely to be delayed
A study investigating the possible benefits of opening a gap in the Hilo Bay breakwater will likely not happen until at least October.