Man sought on outstanding warrant
The Hawaii Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with locating 28-year-old Samson Yurong.
Alabama man victim of apparent drowning off South Kohala
Big Island police are investigating a possible drowning Tuesday morning in waters off South Kohala.
Another HCCC staffer tests positive for COVID-19
The state Department of Public Safety reported one new COVID-19 case related to Hawaii Community Correctional Center on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases associated with the facility to 152 since May 24.
Police seek whereabouts of 13-year-old boy
Big Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 13-year-old boy who was reported as a runaway.
Big Island reports pair of new COVID-19 cases
The Big Island’s COVID-19 case count increased by two Tuesday to 3,045.
Police arrest 16 for suspected DUI
Big Island police arrested 16 motorists for suspected drunken driving May 31 and Sunday. Four of the drivers were involved in traffic crashes and three were younger than age 21.
Honolulu audit: streamlined domestic violence data needed
HONOLULU — An audit has called for the Honolulu Police Department and the prosecutor’s office to streamline data collection of domestic violence cases.
NBA playoff capsules: Nets rout Bucks and Suns beat Nuggets
NEW YORK — Kevin Durant left Giannis Antetokounmpo in his tracks and got to the rim for a reverse layup, with James Harden coming way off his baseline spot to cheer.
Public asked to help prioritize federal transportation spending
Big Island roads can be as much sources of frustration as they are avenues of transportation, but the public does have some say about it.
Ige sets additional vaccination benchmarks
Gov. David Ige on Monday set additional vaccination benchmarks for gatherings and restaurants.
Carbon dioxide levels hit 50% higher than preindustrial time
The annual peak of global heat-trapping carbon dioxide in the air has reached another dangerous milestone: 50% higher than when the industrial age began.
HCCC reports new virus cases over weekend
More than 100 cases of COVID-19 have now been reported at Hawaii Community Correctional Center.
Stanley Cup Playoff capsules: Canadiens sweep Jets; Isles take 3-2 lead on Bruins
MONTREAL — Tyler Toffoli scored at 1:39 of overtime, lifting the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Monday night and a four-game sweep of their second-round playoff series.
Angels star Trout doesn’t have timetable for return
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Mike Trout says his right calf is starting to feel better, but the Los Angeles Angels superstar still doesn’t know when he will be able to return.
Djokovic, Nadal win to reach French Open quarterfinals
PARIS — For two sets and more than two hours at the French Open on Monday, Novak Djokovic found himself being outplayed by a 19-year-old opponent from Italy making his Grand Slam debut.
Amid uncertainty, schools prepare for paid athlete endorsers
There is Arizona Edge and Buffs with a Brand. Oklahoma State rolled out OSU Elite and Texas Tech launched Beyond Verified.
U.S. pullout from Afghanistan half done, but questions remain
WASHINGTON — The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan is more than half done, and U.S. officials say that while it could be completed by July 4, the final exit of equipment and troops more likely will be later in the summer.
Obituaries: June 8, 2021
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Carbon dioxide levels hit 50% higher than preindustrial time
The annual peak of global heat-trapping carbon dioxide in the air has reached another dangerous milestone: 50% higher than when the industrial age began.
AP News in Brief: 06-08-21
U.S. recovers most of ransom paid after Colonial Pipeline hack
