Just 2 tropical cyclones formed this year in the Central Pacific.
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Police continue search for missing Honaunau man
Police are still looking for a Honaunau man who has been missing since last Wednesday.
Quiet hurricane season; Just 2 tropical cyclones developed this year in the Central Pacific
Kauai seeks traveler quarantine regardless of virus tests
HONOLULU — The mayor of Kauai County said Tuesday he wants to reinstate a requirement that all travelers arriving in his jurisdiction quarantine for 14 days, regardless of whether they have obtained a negative COVID-19 test.
Going vertical: Construction begins on homes in Laʻi ʻOpua
Vertical construction has commenced for 60 homes within the Villages of La‘i ‘Opua in Kailua-Kona.
Jury trial set for one of five arrested for virus violations at Kahaluu
Jury trial has been set for one of the five people arrested in August for gathering at Kahaluu Beach Park in violation of Gov. David Ige’s emergency proclamation.
Hometown Heroes: Nonprofit, trade association team up to host Festival of Hope for Families
Editor’s note: Each Wednesday, West Hawaii Today is publishing a story about individuals, groups or organizations that have helped make life better for others in our community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Honolulu: Deals with Airbnb, Expedia will help enforcement
HONOLULU — Airbnb and Expedia Group have agreed to provide Honolulu with information that will help the city enforce its laws governing vacation rentals, the companies and the city said Tuesday.
Hawaii Island COVID-19 case count increases by 7
Hawaii Island reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the island’s total case count to 1,557.
Funds released for Waimea school land acquisition
State Sen. Lorraine Inouye (D-North Hawaii) recently announced the release of nearly $1.6 million in capital improvement project funding for the Department of Education to acquire land for Waimea Elementary and Middle Schools.
Honolulu mayor, rail chief plan to collaborate on project
HONOLULU — Honolulu’s mayor and the city’s rail chief met to work on solutions to their differences concerning the ongoing construction of Honolulu’s massive rail line project.
Mayor: Oahu prison virus numbers must remain in city’s count
HONOLULU — The number of coronavirus cases among Oahu’s prison population must continue to be included in local case counts to monitor available health care resources and hospital space, Honolulu’s mayor said.
The spirit of giving: Ironman Foundation provides Thanksgiving bundles to 600 families
Hundreds of families will enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal this year thanks to the Ironman Foundation.
Water power cost charge decrease proposed
Hawaii County water consumers will have the opportunity to speak out on a proposed decrease to the power cost charge.
David to lead County Council; Chung named vice chairman
Maile David will lead the County Council for the two-year term beginning next month, following an organizational meeting held shortly after the election.
Officials worried new state restrictions will slow tourism
Gov. David Ige’s announcement last week imposing new restrictions for trans-Pacific travelers seeking to avoid quarantine needs to be amended, said several figures in the tourism industry Monday.
Kona man facing theft, drug charges
A 35-year-old Kailua-Kona man is facing an array of theft and drug offenses following a traffic stop last week in Ka‘u.
Big Island police arrest 33 for suspected drunken driving
Hawaii Island police arrested 33 motorists for suspected drunken driving between Nov. 16 and Sunday. Nine of the drivers were involved in a traffic crash and one was younger than age 21.
Hawaii Island COVID-19 case count reaches 1,551
Hawaii Island reported 10 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the island’s total case count to 1,551.
‘Extremely intoxicated’ Brennan arrested again
For the second time in less than four months, a former star quarterback at the University of Hawaii was taken into police custody after allegedly causing a drunken disturbance.
Three lawsuits filed against Monsanto Co.
A Honolulu law firm has filed a trio of product liability civil lawsuits this month on behalf of three Big Island men against the chemical giant Monsanto Co. in Hilo Circuit Court.