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Following lockdown and threat incidents, School Resource Officers speak out to students

School resource officers and the Attorney General's office are educating Oahu students about the legal consequences and evolving dangers of social media, such as cyberbullying and AI-generated content.

Honolulu, HI · 1d

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Time Is the Variable Off-Island Investors Consistently Price Wrong in Hawaii

Mainland investors evaluating a Hawaii project generally price the land correctly, the construction correctly, and the exit correctly. The variable they get wrong is how long it all takes. A typical mainland assumption puts permitting at six to nine months. In Hawaii, permits alone commonly run eighteen to thirty-six months,...

Hawaii · 2d
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A Pearl Harbor Airman Identified Through His Twin Sister's Family DNA Will Be Buried Beside His Brother on Nov. 13, 85 Years Later

Cpl. Lester Libolt, killed at Hickam Field in 1941, was identified through DNA from his twin sister's family and will be buried beside his brother Nov. 13.

Honolulu, HI · 2d

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Hawaiʻi House Republicans: We'll 'fight for the people' despite heavy election losses

The blue wave that swept the country on Election Day last week helped topple four House Republicans in Hawaiʻi, leaving the GOP with only six seats in the seat chamber. This means fewer Republicans in committees because the House speaker allocates those spots by the percentage of seats each party holds. And Republicans will still be short of the 11 members they need, assuming all 51 representatives are present, to force roll call votes on the House floor.

Honolulu, HI · 2d
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Rising costs, delays hobble Honolulu's affordable housing plan

A city program meant to create 500 affordable rental units per year in Honolulu has produced just 224 units total since launching in 2019, with rising construction costs, high interest rates, and permitting delays cited as key barriers to progress.

Honolulu, HI · 2d

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Special meeting scheduled to discuss proposed Amazon fulfillment center in Kapolei

A special Kapolei-Makakilo neighborhood board meeting is scheduled for Friday night to discuss Amazon's proposed $600 million, three-million-square-foot fulfillment center and its request for a building variance.

Honolulu, HI · 20h

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Special events, closures, offers announced ahead of Veterans Day

Wednesday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day. Several events, special offers, and closures are scheduled to take place on that day.

Honolulu, HI · 1d

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Free emergency meal pack distribution this Saturday to Oʻahu residents, families

Oʻahu residents can pick up free emergency meal packs at Hawaiʻi Foodbank on Saturday, Nov. 14.

Honolulu, HI · 22h

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New $3.3 million Kailua facility supports Windward Oahu lifeguards

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - For more than a century, Honolulu’s lifeguards have been saving lives along Oʻahu’s shores, but until now, they’ve never had a facility built for their operations. A new $3.3 million city facility in Kailua is changing that, providing the Honolulu Ocean Safety Department...

Kailua, HI · 2d

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Honolulu Affordable Housing Program Creating Far Fewer Units Than Planned

A Honolulu program meant to boost the development of affordable rental housing is falling short of its goals, according to a new report from University of Hawaiʻi economists. Bill 7, enacted in 2019, offered Honolulu developers incentives to keep units affordable to moderate-income households. The law was intended to ease housing costs in a city that is increasingly unaffordable.

Honolulu, HI · 1d

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Progressive Insurance gifts cars to 2 Honolulu veterans

Two Honolulu veterans received vehicles through Progressive Insurance's annual program, giving them reliable transportation to get to work, attend appointments, and stay connected to their community.

Honolulu, HI · 1d

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New Duke Kahanamoku license plate available November 16

A new Duke Kahanamoku license plate will be available on Oahu starting Nov. 16, benefiting the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation.

Honolulu County, HI · 1d

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⚖️ STATE JUDICIARY: Judicial Selection Commission Invites Public Input on Retention Petition for Third Circuit District Family Judge Jeffrey W. Ng

HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi — The Judicial Selection Commission of the State of Hawaiʻi has issued a public notice announcing that the judicial term of the Honorable Jeffrey W. Ng, District Family Judge of the Third Circuit (Hawaiʻi Island), is scheduled to expire on May 4, 2027. In...

Honolulu, HI · 2d

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Honolulu Calls for Public Help With Road-Clogging Feral Chickens

Honolulu – City officials on Oahu are urging residents and visitors to stop feeding feral chickens after the birds have turned into a widespread nuisance across neighborhoods and roadways. Clusters of a dozen or more birds now gather in the middle of streets, creating hazards and frustration for drivers and homeowners alike. The Department of...

Honolulu, HI · 5d

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'She led the way': Hawaiʻi honors former U.S. Rep. Pat Saiki

While lawmakers in Congress returned to the nation's capitol after the general election shifted power of both houses to the Democratic party, Hawaiʻi's leaders looked back on a time when Republicans held power and worked with a different touch. Political party leaders from both sides of the aisle put...

Honolulu, HI · 2d

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Memphis sailor killed in Pearl Harbor attack identified

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis sailor who was aboard the USS California during the attack on Pearl Harbor has been identified. Fireman 3rd Class John Winter Martin was lost during the Dec. 7, 1941, attack. His remains have now been identified. The USS California was struck by two torpedoes...

Memphis, TN · 2d

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Ikaika Anderson welcomed to OHA as trustees prepare to select new CEO

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Trustee-elect Ikaika Anderson arrived at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs Monday afternoon with his new staff and was welcomed with traditional Hawaiian protocol. Trustees and staff members brought lei and heartfelt aloha as they greeted Anderson. “Grateful for the opportunity to serve our kānaka lāhui and also...

Honolulu, HI · 2d

The Cool Down

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Hawai'i seniors pay hundreds a month for tiny homes after state pulls out and support services vanish

Shared bathrooms, laundry facilities, and a communal kitchen were part of the plan to provide 30 beds for homeless older adults and families.

Honolulu, HI · 4d

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Kapolei City Lights tree harvested ahead of opening ceremony

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Crews from several Honolulu city agencies harvested the tree for Kapolei City Lights on Tuesday. The Cook Pine tree was harvested from the perimeter of the Mililani Park and Ride by crews from the Department of Parks and Recreation and the Department of Environmental Services with assistance from the Honolulu Police Department.

Honolulu, HI · 1d

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Honolulu council member pushes for open leadership vote

Following a state investigation into a private dinner where five Honolulu City Council members may have quietly chosen their leadership, Council Member Andria Tupola is pushing for the reorganization process in January to be open and lawful.

Honolulu, HI · 3d