Hawaii Lt. Gov. Josh Green joins us to give and update on COVID-19. He talks about a trip to the mainland he's taking to help Hawaii with the pandemic. He'll be meeting with leaders of the new administration coming in January as Joe Biden assumes office. He also talks about a possible mask mandate here in Hawaii and across the nation. Other topics include: the surge of COVID cases on the mainland; the possible causes of the spread on the mainland; the low positive cases from tourists; the local causes of spread; how to handle Thanksgiving this year; the possible inaccuracy of the COVID count in Hawaii; youth sports in Hawaii; can Honolulu expect a spike from recent events like voting and holidays; the Pfizer vaccine announcement; where does Hawaii stand in the line to get the vaccine when one becomes available; and other topics.

Lt. Gov. Josh Green joins us with an update on the state of COVID in Hawaii. Topics include: the surge on the mainland and slowly increasing numbers in Hawaii; the possible causes of the rise in Hawaii's infections this week; the impact of tourism so far; the upcoming return of tourists from Japan; why Hawaii cannot force visitors to take a test; does Hawaii need a mandate on mask wearing; the challenges of a mask mandate; the situation at the state unemployment office; CARES Act funding use in Hawaii; can CARES Act money be used for COVID testing; an update on surveillance testing; rules on family gatherings; the Lt. Gov's views on the mayor-elect Rick Blangiardi and the future relationship between the city and state governments; and the outlook for Hawaii should Joe Biden hold his lead and become the next president.

Lt. Gov. Josh Green visits with his weekly update on COVID-19 in Hawaii. Subjects include: What to do during Halloween. Should families participate and how? What about taking candy from people?; An update on tourism numbers; How many tourists have tested positive while in Hawaii; the locations of trending hot spots in Hawaii; the fining for those who are caught without wearing a mask; the different scenarios for people being in quarantine; some of the positive changes happening because of COVID-19; how might Las Vegas expedite travel to and from Hawaii; when can the average citizen expect a vaccine to be available?; will Hawaii experience a surge like we're seeing on the mainland.

The Lt. Gov. updates us on Hawaii's battle against the coronavirus. Topics include: an evaluation of the first week of tourism travel to Hawaii, the numbers, testing, problems, etc.: how the state dealing with the influx of more than 7,000 people in quarantine; making covid testing easier for college students; an update on the state's random surveillance program; youth sports-when can kids get back to participating?; mask-wearing; what happens to Halloween this year?: the mainland's surge and its effect on tourism; the new definition of "exposure" relative to being with someone with COVID-19; when can Hawaii anticipate a vaccine?; and wearing masks outdoors.

947 KUMU invited the two candidates for mayor of Honolulu to answer a set of questions common to both candidates. These questions covered these areas: Qualifications to be mayor; what are your top three to five priorities as mayor?; your plan to lead the economic recovery after COVID-19; can the rail project be successful?; affordable housing; what needs to change in the Honolulu Police Dept?; homelessness.

These questions came from listeners and were asked specifically to Keith Amemiya: Why are your ads attack ads when you promised to keep the race clean? You've never served in elected office before and you are 20 years younger than Mr. Blangiardi. Do you think these characteristics are pros or cons?

947 KUMU invited the two candidates for mayor of Honolulu to answer a set of questions common to both candidates. These questions covered these areas: Qualifications to be mayor; what are your top three to five priorities as mayor?; your plan to lead the economic recovery after COVID-19; can the rail project be successful?; affordable housing; what needs to change in the Honolulu Police Dept?; homelessness.

These questions came from listeners and were asked specifically to Rick Blangiardi: Why are you hiding the fact that you are a Republican? Rick you weren't born here in Hawaii so there's a style difference, also you have not held elected office. Do you see these as positive or negatives in seeking the office of mayor?

Lt. Gov. Josh Green updates us on the ongoing coronavirus pandemic in Hawaii. Subjects include: the opening of Hawaii to tourism; the testing process for tourists; the concern of the honor system for those who choose to quarantine; random surveillance testing after tourists arrive; the rise in the number of cases on the mainland and how it affects Hawaii's tourism; the Lt. Gov's opinion of the White House promoting "herd immunity"; neighbor island travel concerns; the idea of requiring tourists to take a covid test.

Lt. Gov Josh Green provides his weekly update on COVID-19 in Hawaii. The subjects addressed are: the upcoming opening of the tourism market on Oct 13; how many tourists can Hawaii expect?; he discusses some of the logistics involved; the risk of bringing in thousands of tourists; what are the consequences for people if they break quarantine. Lt. Gov. Green also addressed President Trump's recent battle against COVID-19. He talked about some of the therapies the president underwent while hospitalized. He also outlined the protocol for when someone is infected with a bad case of the virus. And he suggested that the president's behavior was wrong and unethical.

Hawaii's Lt. Gov. Josh Green joins us once again for his weekly update on the battle against the coronavirus. The LG talks about: his recent illness with COVID-19; the announcement that President Trump has COVIC-19; the reopening of Hawaii's tourism market; what the testing for that opening will look like; he also touches on some of the state's COVID statistics.

The Lt. Gov. contracted COVID-19. He has recovered and talks about his experiences as a patient. Other topics: the upcoming opening of the travel restrictions for tourists wanting to visit; the testing process for incoming travelers; he talks about the trends in Hawaii’s COVID statistics and their implications; will Hawaii be using CARES Act money to help finance testing; he addresses the problem bars are having reopening; he addresses the questions and outlook for a vaccine. The Lt. Gov. reminds everyone to observe the usual safety practices.

We also talked to Todd Lewis the COO of the Blood Bank of Hawaii. He addressed: the dire need to build up the state’s blood supply; what types of blood are needed; how to donate; the procedures in place to give blood during the pandemic.