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Trevor Ozawa wins back Honolulu City Council District 4 seat

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Former Honolulu City Council member Trevor Ozawa has won election back to his old seat representing East Honolulu’s District 4, defeating community advocate Tara Malia Gregory by a wide margin on Tuesday night. The third printout showed Ozawa securing a decisive victory with 21,145 votes, or...

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What Honolulu charter amendments passed, what didn't pass in 2026 Midterm Election

Honolulu voters approved several charter amendments, including a new food security fund to support local farmers and measures prioritizing housing and affordable housing funding. Four other proposals failed, including ranked-choice voting and a proposed LGBTQIA+ commission.

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On Oahu, This Retirement Community Draws Residents With Ocean Views, A Walkable Campus, And A Calm, Unhurried Pace

Some places on Oahu are built for a rushed vacation. This one is built for the opposite. Tucked into a quiet corner of the island, a 23-acre campus lets older adults keep their independence while trading busy streets for grassy lawns, shaded benches, and views of the Pacific. Residents walk more than a mile without ever leaving the property, often with a companion dog trotting alongside.

Honolulu, HI · 13d

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Hawaii Democrats gather at Aloha Tower on election night

HSTA President Osa Tui joins Hawaii Democrats at Aloha Tower to discuss food security, charter amendments, and candidate endorsements.

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Queen’s-West expansion reaches major construction milestone

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A major expansion of The Queen’s Medical Center – West Oahu has reached a new construction milestone as the hospital works to meet growing demand for emergency care. The Queen’s Health Systems held a topping-off ceremony Friday, Oct. 30, marking the placement of the final...

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‘Youth voices matter’: Young voters rally ahead of General Election

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Dozens of young first-time voters rallied in the rain Monday morning ahead of the General Election. For many Hawaii students who recently turned 18, this election cycle marks their first opportunity to cast a ballot. “When the ballot came in the mail, I was like, ‘Dang, I’m...

Hawaii · 8d

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Hawaii’s Commercial Harbor System Gets Major Upgrade

HONOLULU, Hawaii – The $555 million Kapalama Container Terminal Upgrade at Piers 41, 42 and 43 in Honolulu Harbor has been completed. The upgraded facility is at the site of the former Kapalama Military Reservation. This project has expanded total ocean cargo handling capacity by 40 percent to relieve...

Honolulu, HI · 9d

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Hawaii voters organize ahead of Election Day

Election officials warn of long lines for the 2026 midterms as voters prepare to decide on several state amendments.

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State, county offices and schools close for election day

Hawaii state offices, public schools, and county facilities on Oahu, Kauai, and Maui will close tomorrow, Nov. 3, for the 2026 general midterm election.

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‘The Biggest Change Happens Locally’: Last-Minute Voters Cast Their Ballots

Voters flocked to Hawaiʻi’s in-person voter service centers on Tuesday, motivated by the idea of interacting with other voters and staff and eager to influence local politics. “I want to contribute and at least try to make a positive difference,” said Arjun Ramani who was voting for the...

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Ala Moana Santa makes 2026 appearance just days after Halloween

The iconic 50-foot Big Santa appeared at Ala Moana Center on Nov. 2, signaling the start of the holiday shopping season.

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Voters take time to understand 20 Honolulu charter amendment questions

With 20 charter amendment questions on the Honolulu ballot, voters are taking time to review what each proposal would mean. The questions cover topics including food security funding and new stewardship councils for Native Hawaiians.

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Phone threats target three Oahu schools

At least three Oahu schools received anonymous phone threats Friday.

Honolulu County, HI · 11d

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Lauhala Basket Is Back In Proposed Election Tiebreaker Rules

Guess what? After much deliberation, the state elections office may stick with plastic eggs and lauhala baskets to decide tiebreaker contests. After holding a public hearing Monday and allowing for written testimony submitted by no later than Wednesday, the Hawaiʻi Office of Elections late Thursday finalized its recommendation for a new rule on how to settle these types of tied elections.

Pearl City, HI · 10d

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McCully District Park to close for building, pool renovations

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Two renovation projects are set to begin at McCully District Park, bringing temporary closures to its recreation building and swimming pool. The Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation announced that work on the recreation building will begin in November. The project includes upgrades to classrooms, flooring, room...

Honolulu, HI · 9d

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Midterm Elections get underway on Hawaiʻi

Hawaiʻi midterm elections are underway today, November 3, with officials encouraging voters to participate early at service centers or via ballot drop boxes before the 7 p.m. deadline.

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Youth advocates urge last-minute voter turnout ahead of Election Day

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Ahead of the general election, youth advocates gathered in downtown Honolulu to encourage residents to cast their ballots before Tuesday’s deadline. About 100 students and first-time voters assembled Monday morning for “Walk to the Box,” an event to boost turnout among younger generations. Organized...

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Hawaii General Election 2026: Key voting sites still open across islands

HONOLULU Island News) – Several voter service centers across Oahu have closed as the Nov. 3 General Election approaches, with voting now consolidated to two main locations in the City and County of Honolulu. George Fred Wright Wahiawa District Park and Kaneohe District Park stopped serving voters after Oct....

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Honolulu Rolls Out Demolition Robots To Clear Waikīkī Site For Affordable Housing

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi and city leaders stood in Waikīkī on Friday morning to watch something the neighborhood hasn't seen before: remotely operated demolition robots tearing into the vacant former Ena Motoi building. The specialized machines are being used to dismantle the eight-story structure at 436 Ena Road, clearing the way for what the city says will become a large affordable housing development in the heart of Waikīkī.

Honolulu, HI · 11d

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