Measles Found in Unvaccinated Oʻahu Child Who Returned From Travel

Hawaiʻi’s first case of measles in years has been confirmed on Oʻahu in an unvaccinated child under age 5, local health officials announced during a press conference Tuesday. The Hawaiʻi Department of Health said the child recently returned from international travel with their parents and is now recovering at home. A household member with similar symptoms is also under evaluation.

Hawaiʻi Public Radio. Hawaii News Now. KHON2.

DOH to Recruit Residents via Text Messages for Health Survey

In the coming weeks, selected adults across the state may receive a text message from 808-431-0118 or 808-431-0125, inviting them to participate in the survey. The DOH encourages anyone who receives this message to consider participating.

Hawaii News Now. KITV4.

HAWAII BUSINESS MAGAZINE

Here’s What Hawai‘i Business Leaders Say about Their Companies, Life, Communities and Local Politicians

Among BOSS survey findings, leaders report upticks in optimism but rate the overall state of local businesses less favorably than the general public does.

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Family Caregivers Push for Government Support

Officials have tried to pass measures that would give family caregivers a tax credit, both at the state and federal level. But it’s been a battle to turn these proposals into law.

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First Monk Seal Born on Oʻahu in 2025

The first Hawaiian monk seal pup of the season was born on Oahu’s North Shore, according to an announcement from the Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response. Kaimana (also known as RJ58) gave birth to the new pup, who was named Kailani by students at the Kahuku Elementary School.

Star-Advertiser. Spectrum News.

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At EnviroServices & Training Center (ETC), we don’t just work across Hawai‘i—we work for Hawai‘i.

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