
Aloha Tower Observation Deck Is Closed Indefinitely For Repairs
The popular tourist attraction closed during the Covid-19 pandemic. But DOT's Harbors Division has a list of renovations to address before reopening the site.

Honolulu Mayor Vows Tougher Approach On Homelessness
Rick Blangiardi said he’ll take 1,000 people off the streets within a year, and that he's not worried about legal challenges.

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi Reelected By Wide Margin
UPDATED: Scott Nishimoto, a longtime House representative, won the council seat that Calvin Say is vacating. Council member Esther Kiaaina was reelected to her Kailua seat.

Latest Hazard Pay Decision For Public Workers Likely Will Cost Honolulu $30 Million Or More
The city is also still trying to determine how much it might owe to Honolulu police officers and other union members who worked during the pandemic.

Little-Known Candidates Challenge A Well-Funded Incumbent In Honolulu Mayor’s Race
Three challengers face Mayor Rick Blangiardi, who claims many successes in his first term.

Community Mourns Death Of Hawaiian Activist And Homeless Advocate Twinkle Borge
The 54-year-old had dedicated much of her life to creating a home for the homeless in Waianae and was one of the inspirations for the kauhale or tiny home movement in Hawaii.

Honolulu Seeks Charter Commission Members
Commissioners will meet next year to discuss amending the city's charter.

Oahu Condo Owners Are Debating Best Way To Limit Fire Safety Costs
Senior citizens are having a particularly hard time paying for safety upgrades mandated several years ago after a fatal high-rise fire on Oahu.

Honolulu Faces Opposition Over Sale Of Public Park
The parks department says the mini park offers little recreational value to the public, but some residents say the space should remain open to everyone.

A Fallen Tree Has Been Blocking Tantalus Drive For A Month. Why Hasn’t The City Cleared It?
Residents say that the closure of Tantalus Drive leaves them in a dangerous situation, blocking their emergency access.