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Big Island backpack drive returns after two-year break due to COVID-19.

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Big Island backpack drive returns after two-year hiatus due to COVID-19

Wednesday 6/1 at 10:41am

Hawaii Island Police are bringing back the island-wide backpack drive for keiki in need.

Wednesday 6/1 at 9:06am

The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) reported six new deaths related to COVID-19 and 8,124 new infections over the last seven days in Hawaii. The total number of deaths stands at 1,457. The statewide test positivity went up slightly…

Jury awards $15M to Johnny Depp in defamation case against Amber Heard

Wednesday 6/1 at 9:00am

A jury has found both Amber Heard and Johnny Depp liable for defamation in their lawsuits against each other.

ICYMI: 4 stories from around Hawaii that you Need to Know from KITV4, May 31, 2022

Wednesday 6/1 at 8:53am

In Case You Missed It: Here are four stories from around Hawaii that you need to know from Tuesday, May 31, 2022, along with your Aloha Wednesday Forecast.

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Wednesday Weather: Trade winds, drier conditions, high surf warning for south shores

Wednesday 6/1 at 4:41am

HONOLULU (KITV4) – Moderate trade winds continue with plenty of sunshine for leeward sections and cloud and light showers favoring the windward sides. Highs 83 to 88. Trade winds 10 to 20 mph.

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Best ever? Oklahoma’s Jocelyn Alo among softball’s greats

Tuesday 5/31 at 11:44am

Oklahoma softball slugger Jocelyn Alo doesn’t just hit for power. Division I softball’s all-time home run leader is hitting .497 this season — second nationally heading into the Sooners’ College World Series opener against Northwestern. She has combined rare strength,…