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2030 moon mission to use UH technology
NASA selects University of Hawai‘i proposal for an instrument to be included on Artemis V mission.
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 05, 2025
Kā‘anapali evacuation order lifted
No brush fire size estimates or other details were available as of an update from the Maui Emergency Management Agency at 1:55 p.m.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 05, 2025
Hawai‘i’s lurking nuclear dilemma
Hawai‘i pushes to decarbonize, but also pushes away nuclear energy. But maybe that's starting to change as state officials move to open a nuclear energy conversation.
Perry ArrasmithAugust 04, 2025
Community Voices: Constitutional expenditure controls
Over the past 50 years, the Hawai‘i state Legislature has steadily whittled away at constitutional controls over its spending.
Tom YamachikaAugust 04, 2025
Honolulu buses navigated tsunami crisis "flawlessly," says transportation director
Honolulu Department of Transportation Director reflects on response to tsunami alert
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 02, 2025
CONGRESS WATCH: Case takes another shot at Jones Act reform
Bill would allow foreign-built ships to join domestic shipping fleet
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 02, 2025
How the airports responded to tsunami alert
State responds to reports of confusion amid tsunami emergency
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 02, 2025
Honolulu continues affordable housing push
The City and County of Honolulu this week selected a "preferred negotiating partner" for the redevelopment of 436 Ena Road into long-term affordable rentals.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 01, 2025
Community Voices: New cottage food rules can unleash innovation in Hawai‘i
The state Department of Health is about to release new rules to make it easier for cottage food entrepreneurs to sell their products.
Keliʻi AkinaAugust 01, 2025
Slow progress for city and state climate lawsuits this week
Suits against fossil fuel companies went to court this week, but no trial dates in sight
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 01, 2025
Tsunami brings down HIEMA website
After users overwhelmed state website during tsunami emergency, the Hawai‘i Emergency Response Agency will prioritize improving the site for future emergencies.
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 31, 2025
Hawai‘i County launches loan program for home improvements
The goal is to help families "repair, improve or modernize the homes they personally occupy as their primary residence," the county said this week.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 31, 2025
Parking lot repaving will close Hanauma Bay for two weeks
More than 400,000 people visited Hanauma Bay in 2024, with daily attendance around 1,400, according to the City & County of Honolulu's Department of Parks and Recreation.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 30, 2025
Case to run for seventh term
Rep. Ed Case announces candidacy for seventh straight year of representing First District
ASD StaffJuly 30, 2025
Tsunami warning canceled
Residents are still advised that strong currents, sea level fluctuations and other lingering effects can still be dangerous for swimmers and boaters.
ASD StaffJuly 30, 2025
Cost of decarbonization still unknown, says HDOT
Specifics of HDOT decarbonization plan won't be known for some time, say HDOT officials
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 29, 2025
Businesses rally to improve Downtown
Downtown Honolulu Business Improvement District draws strong support
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 29, 2025
Community Voices: Pay for no work
In Hawai‘i's broken civil service system, hundreds of state workers are getting paid to do nothing while investigations into their job performance linger.
Tom YamachikaJuly 28, 2025
Publisher sues Hawai‘i prisons for censorship
Suit alleges the state Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is illegally withholding books and magazines mailed to Hawai‘i inmates
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 26, 2025
Honolulu selects preferred partner for redevelopment of Waikīkī property
The City and County of Honolulu, which acquired the property at 1615 Ala Wai Blvd. through condemnation in January 2024, is demolishing an existing, long-vacant building to make way for a future affordable housing development. Demolition began earlier this month.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 25, 2025
Should police radios stay private?
News outlets and HPD debate radio access bill at City Council committee hearing
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 25, 2025
Decarbonization proposal raises eyebrows at Council meeting
Residents and lawmakers question cost, feasibility of emissions-cutting proposal.
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 24, 2025
Green thinks state can endure SNAP cuts
Governor urges residents to sign up for food assistance programs amid Big Beautiful Bill fallout.
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 23, 2025
State to hold first hiring event on a military base
The July 22 event, hosted by the state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, will focus on helping military spouses connect with employment opportunities.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 22, 2025