DOE Struggles To Get Students The Technology They Need For Online Learning
The department is spending millions of dollars on laptops and mobile hotspots for low-income families but some devices have yet to arrive.
Inmates Start Fires Over Quarantine Lockdowns, Cramped Conditions
The state Supreme Court ordered the release of certain inmates because physical distancing is not possible, which potentially places inmates and staff at risk of death.
VIRUS TRACKER — Aug. 16: 220 New Cases As Surge Continues
Most of the cases were on Oahu, where officials are battling an outbreak in the state’s largest jail.
Ships Arrive In Hawaii For RIMPAC Amid Heightened Local Scrutiny
Due to the pandemic, this year’s Rim of the Pacific Exercise will be shorter, only at sea and with fewer countries participating.
Trying To Make Sense Of COVID-19 Data? Here’s Some Help
Experts talked to Civil Beat about how to make sense of available data during a recent Hawaii Variable event.
Governor Makes More Funds Available To Nursing Homes
A new law that could get nursing homes more funds is among those the governor already signed.
VIRUS TRACKER — Aug. 15: 284 New Cases; Death Toll Stands At 40
Most of the cases were on Oahu, where there are now more than 2,600 active cases.
Hawaii Supreme Court Mulls New Release Of Inmates
The state public defender argues inmates are deprived of basic protection from COVID-19, and CDC guidelines aren’t followed.
Maui Jail Memos Show Newly Admitted Inmates Are Isolated For Only 5 Days
State Department of Public Safety protocol calls for isolating new arrivals for 14 days to prevent coronoavirus spread.
This Whistleblower Exposed The Health Department’s COVID-19 Shortcomings
U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard and Honolulu Dr. Scott Miscovich lauded the virologist for revealing the lack of contact tracers to combat the crisis in Hawaii.