Politics

Honolulu Mayor Unveils $5.08B Budget for 2027

Budget focuses on public safety, affordable housing, and infrastructure upgrades

Honolulu's Long-Delayed Rail Project Faces Another Potential Setback

Design delays could push the downtown opening past the 2031 target date

Honolulu Mayor Calls on Taiwan to Repair Chinatown Plaza

Crumbling infrastructure and rising crime rates prompt plea for assistance.

Hawaii Lawmakers Push for Better Mental Health Treatment Options

Bill aims to expand access to court-ordered assisted outpatient treatment, but challenges remain in implementation

California Regulators Publish 'Single Stair' Report, Raise Concerns

Proposed changes to building codes could allow mid-rise apartments with just one staircase, but fire officials have reservations.

Hawaii Lawmakers Advance E-Bike Regulation Bill After 2025 Veto

New legislation aims to restrict high-speed electric bikes and improve safety after previous bill was vetoed.

Former US Rep. Colleen Hanabusa, Hawaii Senate Trailblazer, Dies at 74

Hanabusa was the first woman to serve as president of the Hawaii State Senate and spent decades advocating for her community.

Honolulu Resident Criticizes $7 Billion Airport Overhaul

Letter writer says money should be spent on highways, homeless, housing, and public services instead.

Feds Claim 'Exclusive Control' Over Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Hawaii's lawsuit against fossil fuel companies over climate change harms faces federal challenge.

Hawaiian Musician Condemns MAGA and ICE in Viral Video

Steven Tausinga calls out Trump supporters and ICE agents in Honolulu, drawing parallels to Hawaii's colonial past.

Letter: Student Protest of ICE Criticized by DOE Educator

Kaneohe resident calls for teachers and administrators who allowed protest to be fired.

Hawaii Rep. Ed Case Backs Temporary ICE Funding to Achieve Reforms

Case argues separating ICE funding from broader government spending gives Democrats more leverage to push for changes to immigration enforcement tactics.

U.S. Strengthens Ties with Pacific Nations

Deputy Secretary of State visits Tonga, Fiji, and Samoa to advance economic, security, and connectivity initiatives

Deputy Secretary Landau Joins Investment Summit, Tours Tonga, Fiji, Samoa

Landau and INDOPACOM commander to host Pacific investment summit in Hawaii, followed by meetings in South Pacific nations.

New Zealand Minister to Attend US Pacific Investment Summit

Customs Minister Casey Costello will represent New Zealand at the two-day event in Honolulu.