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Hirono among Democrats asking how much 'special access' was given to Justice Thomas after years of lavish gifts, travel

By Tamara Browning | May 20, 2023

A member of the Senate Judiciary Committee joined Democratic colleagues on the committee in sending a letter to Republican mega-donor Harlan Crow seeking information about gifts and travel given to Justice Clarence Thomas.

Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 7 per day over past week

By Big Island Times reports | May 19, 2023

New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were down 14.7% over the past two weeks, with the average number of daily cases over the past week reaching seven, according to data from the state’s Department of Health.

Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 12 per day over past week

By Big Island Times reports | May 15, 2023

New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were down 43.3% over the past two weeks, with the average number of daily cases over the past week reaching 12, according to data from the state’s Department of Health.

Hawaii County Council will meet May 17

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 14, 2023

Hawaii County Council will meet at 9 a.m., Wednesday, May 17

Hawaii County Council will meet May 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 14, 2023

Hawaii County Council will meet at 5 p.m., Tuesday, May 16

Hawaii County Finance Committee will meet May 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 13, 2023

Hawaii County Finance Committee will meet at 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 16

Hawaii County Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee will meet May 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 13, 2023

Hawaii County Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee will meet at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 16

Elma Balicoco Calantoc | 2023 | Obituary

By Big Island Times Report | May 13, 2023

Elma Balicoco Calantoc | 2023 | Obituary

Everett Arthur Crumb, Jr. | 2023 | Obituary

By Big Island Times Report | May 13, 2023

Everett Arthur Crumb, Jr. | 2023 | Obituary

Duane "Mousie" Kalehuanani Spegar | 1958 - 2023 | Obituary

By Big Island Times Report | May 13, 2023

Duane "Mousie" Kalehuanani Spegar | 1958 - 2023 | Obituary

Elaine Yaeko Sumida of Hilo, Hawaii | 2023 | Obituary

By Big Island Times Report | May 13, 2023

Elaine Yaeko Sumida of Hilo, Hawaii | 2023 | Obituary

James D. Aguiar | 2023 | Obituary

By Big Island Times Report | May 13, 2023

James D. Aguiar | 2023 | Obituary

Hawaii County Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee will meet May 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 12, 2023

Hawaii County Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee will meet at 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 16

Senator Hirono: 'It's crucial our veterans are able to access life insurance plans that keep pace with rising costs'

By Big Island Times Report | May 9, 2023

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), introduced a bill that would help ensure life insurance packages for service members and veterans that account for increases in cost of living and inflation.

Governor Green: 'High-speed internet is critical for education, telehealth services, job opportunities, and information'

By Big Island Times Report | May 8, 2023

Hawaii governor Josh Green joined federal officials to announce the release of $115.5 million in American Rescue Plan’s Capital Project Funds to expand broadband in Hawaii.