The Honolulu Ocean Safety Department has installed a new lifeguard tower at Pūpūkea Beach Park (Shark’s Cove) to enhance public safety. Officials say the structure will improve emergency response capabilities along Oʻahu’s North Shore.
The reopening of Mānoa Valley District Park’s swimming complex has been postponed due to recent storms affecting renovation progress. Officials now expect completion by late April as they address issues…
Jayne Smitten has been named president-elect of Hawaiʻi’s largest public health association. Her term begins during National Public Health Week as she focuses on student engagement and professional development opportunities.
Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services is launching its GROW pilot program on April 1. Selected households will add food scraps to their green waste carts as part of efforts to…
Honolulu has closed its temporary storm debris drop-off sites after making progress in recovery efforts. Residents are now directed to use City Convenience Centers for any remaining storm-related waste.
Hawaii Pacific University hosted this year’s Hawaiʻi State Economics Challenge with record student participation from across Hawaii’s high schools. Neighbor island teams joined Oahu competitors after qualifying online exams made…
Sunday, April 12 will see these former Honolulu County area high school stars in competition.
In 2024, Medicaid providers in Aiea billed at least $221,002 for services linked to COVID-19 according to HCPCS codes, with 57.6% of these billings occurring in the peak pandemic years…
On Saturday, April 11, these former Honolulu County area high school standouts will be in action.
Honolulu officials have warned residents about an approaching severe weather system bringing heavy rain and strong winds across Oʻahu this week. Emergency shelters have opened island-wide while support services temporarily…
Honolulu has opened additional emergency shelters ahead of expected severe weather on Oʻahu. City officials encourage residents to monitor conditions closely, bring essential items if seeking shelter, and stay informed…
In Pearl City, Medicaid providers billed no less than $524 in 2024 for services connected to COVID-19 through specific HCPCS codes, with 74.7% of all pandemic-related claims occurring during 2020…
Honolulu officials announced that the Waialua Community Assistance Center will pause operations this weekend due to forecasted severe weather. The center plans to reopen next week if conditions permit. Residents…
In 2024, Medicaid providers in Ewa Beach submitted at least $58,329 in claims for services using HCPCS codes identified for COVID-19 care, with 67.4% of such billing concentrated during the…
Brigham Young University–Hawaii hosted its annual Undergraduate Research Conference focused on authentic scholarship under the theme ‘Look to the source.’ Students presented diverse projects while faculty highlighted unique opportunities provided…
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi has ordered all non-essential city offices closed on April 10 due to severe weather concerns. Emergency shelters remain open across Oʻahu while residents are urged to…
These former Honolulu County area high school athletes are set to compete on Friday, April 10.
President Trump has approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Hawaiʻi following recent storms. Mayor Rick Blangiardi expressed gratitude for federal support and highlighted ongoing recovery efforts.
Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction is set to upgrade Beretania Community Park’s parking facilities starting April 13. The year-long project includes new accessible features, tree replacements, and expanded parking…
Honolulu has opened four emergency shelters as a third Kona low storm system approaches. Officials urge residents to stay alert but report no evacuation orders yet. Shelters accept pets under…
Honolulu officials are preparing for another Kona low storm by activating emergency resources across Oʻahu starting April 8. First responders are being pre-deployed while emergency shelters prepare to open for…
Honolulu officials have announced plans to open emergency shelters as another Kona low threatens Oʻahu with severe weather. Residents are urged by Mayor Rick Blangiardi not to wait if they…
Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction has postponed an archaeological survey at Kailua Municipal Parking Lot due to forecasted severe weather. The project will be rescheduled when conditions improve. Residents…
Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services is accelerating debris removal at Central Oʻahu Regional Park ahead of an expected storm. The city has added runoff controls and plans further site remediation…
In 2024, Medicaid providers in Kaneohe billed at least $524 for services classified under HCPCS codes specifically tied to COVID-19, with 83.1% of related billing occurring during the main pandemic…
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