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The Morning Beat: Election results impact on residents

We gave you the election numbers. But you want more about how the results will affect you and what may have led to the outcome. Chad Blair joins us from Civil Beat.

Honolulu, HI · 4d
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Pending Samoa ruling could shape Marianas seabed mining sale

A federal judge in Honolulu has not said when she will decide whether federal regulators violated the Endangered Species Act by signing off on a seabed mining lease sale off American Samoa, and a ruling may not come before the Nov. 19 auction. Judge Jill Otake took the case under...

Honolulu, HI · 4d
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100 Roosters Are Driving These Oʻahu Neighbors Nuts

Every day at 4 a.m., Joel Miranda wakes up to the cacophonous crowing of his next-door neighbor’s roosters. “Like clockwork,” he said. “I only get four hours of sleep, and it’s causing me health issues.”. The bedroom of his Kahaluʻu home faces his next-door neighbor’s property,...

Honolulu, HI · 7d
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Former Gov. John Waihee on Hawaii voter turnout and future of local politics

Former Gov. John Waiheʻe joined Hawaii News Now live from Aloha Tower to break down election night takeaways and local issues facing the islands.

Hawaii · 7d
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'Right where we want to be': Sheila Medeiros on tight West Oʻahu race

Trailing by about 200 votes after the first printout, District 43 candidate Sheila Medeiros remains optimistic about a comeback.

Honolulu, HI · 5d

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Waikīkī Affordable Housing Site at 436 Ena Rd. Begins Demolition, Cleared by Late Winter

Demolition has begun at 436 Ena Rd. in Waikīkī to clear the site for permanently affordable housing; site to be cleared by late Feb.

Honolulu, HI · 6d

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Spotlight Now: Honolulu mayor on permanent rail tax extension, interim landfill plan

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi said he wants to see the general excise tax surcharge for rail made permanent as city leaders prepare to ask state lawmakers for continued transit funding. Speaking Tuesday on “Spotlight Now,” Blangiardi said discussions with the state Legislature during the upcoming session will...

Honolulu, HI · 5d

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Kahuku Shoreline Lot Seeks SMA Permit for 7 New Homes on R-5 Land

Developer seeks SMA permit to build seven single-family homes on Kahuku R-5 lot at 56-155 Kamehameha Hwy; public testimony due Nov. 20.

Kahuku, HI · 5d

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Voters at Kapolei Hale turn out seeking change and greater affordability in midterms

Voters at Kapolei Hale are making their voices heard on Election Day for the midterms, with some saying affordability and housing are among their biggest concerns. Meanwhile, staff at the voting center said expanded capacity has helped keep lines moving.

Kapolei, HI · 5d

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Midterm elections: Oahu's next generation makes its voice heard

Oahu voters are heading to the polls, and younger voters are bringing both enthusiasm and challenges to this election cycle.

Honolulu County, HI · 5d

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Oahu residents urged to renew driver’s licenses early

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The City and County of Honolulu is urging residents to renew their driver’s licenses and state identification cards up to six months early. A backlog is anticipated due to a surge in expirations, with an average of more than 7,100 renewals per month expected in the coming weeks.

Honolulu, HI · 9d

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Blessing held for Honolulu Ocean Safety Department facility

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The first facility designed and built for the Honolulu Ocean Safety Department is now operational. The City and County of Honolulu held a blessing and dedication ceremony Wednesday for the new $3.3 million Kailua Operations Annex near Kailua Beach Park. The 1,680-square-foot facility is the first specifically...

Honolulu, HI · 4d

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Kamehameha Highway closed in all directions due to downed utility pole

A section of Kamehameha Highway in Lāʻie was closed in both directions early Monday morning due to a downed utility pole.

Honolulu, HI · 6d

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PHOTOS: Looking back at Hawaiʻi’s election history

As Hawaii prepares for the November 3 general election, archival records from the Hawaii State Archives provide a historical perspective on the evolution of voting patterns and political campaigns.

Honolulu, HI · 5d

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Democrats gather at Aloha Tower as Hawaii awaits election results

Aloha Tower is the gathering place for Hawaii Democrats as they await election results. Supporters said the cost of living remains a major concern for local families, while candidates including Gov. Josh Green and U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda seek reelection.

Hawaii · 5d

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Voters head to polls for Honolulu District 4 Council seat

Voters in Honolulu City Council District 4 will choose between former councilmember Trevor Ozawa and small-business owner Tara Malia Gregory following a judicial ruling that disqualified incumbent Tommy Waters due to term limits.

Honolulu, HI · 5d

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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...

Honolulu, HI · 5d

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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.

Honolulu, HI · 5d

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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 · 10d