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We Tried It: What It’s Like at These 6 Popular O‘ahu Hikes and Gardens During the Pandemic

Katrina Valcourt,

I quit my gym but still need to exercise, so outside I go! Here’s how these trails are different now with new rules in place.

News & City Life

COVID-19 Update: Hawai‘i Reports 55 New Coronavirus Cases, The Highest Daily Number for the State

Robbie Dingeman,

Another woman dies; unions representing teachers and other school workers oppose the state’s plan to reopen public schools on Aug. 4; and Honolulu requires mask-wearing inside gyms.

From Our Files

The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Success of Maui-Born Sumo Wrestler Jesse Kuhaulua in 1970

Robbie Dingeman,

Kuhaulua set records for longevity and made his mark as the first non-Japanese wrestler to reach the sumo rank of sekiwake.

Health & Wellness

As Places Continue to Reopen in Hawai‘i and We Can Do More Things, Why Are We Feeling Even More Anxious?

Robbie Dingeman,

Living during a pandemic can feel like getting stuck in a human-sized flow chart. Worried about the risk of getting COVID-19? Stop. Stressed about family finances? Take two steps back. Businesses, bars and bike paths open. Go out, but …

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3 More COVID-19 Deaths as Gov. Ige Announces Plans to Extend Visitor Quarantine

Christi Young,

The increase in deaths and record count of daily cases comes as leaders continue to debate about plans to cancel the 14-day quarantine for visitors.

Life Interrupted: A Free Virtual Series on Mental Wellness

Site Staff,

Each week HONOLULU and a panel of experts will tackle a new topic and share ways to cope during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Honolulu Experts Offer Tips and Tales From Their Own Lives for Dealing with Togetherness and Tough Issues in “Life Interrupted: Home”

Robbie Dingeman,

The final session in our free talk-story webinar explores ways we can improve our home well-being while helping to shape a healthier community for all.

Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell Says He’s Uncertain Hawai‘i Should Welcome Visitors on Aug. 1

Robbie Dingeman,

Citing surging numbers of cases in California, a spike in Hawai‘i cases and dwindling testing supplies, Caldwell says he’s struggling as he looks for ways to boost the economy while the city announces three more big food assistance events.

Health Department Warns Restaurants and Bars: Take Precautions or Risk Shutdown

Robbie Dingeman,

The Hawai‘i Health Department announced it will inspect and close restaurants that aren’t maintaining physical distancing, mask-wearing and other COVID-19 precautions.