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HPD raided an illegal game room on North Hotel Street in Chinatown Thursday, arresting two men and seizing gaming machines. The bust marks the third illegal gambling operation shut down in the neighborhood this year.
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Managing Director Michael Formby will leave Mayor Blangiardi’s administration June 1 to become CEO of Pacific Marine & Supply Company. His departure creates uncertainty for major projects including rail and affordable housing initiatives.
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Hawaii lawmakers advance bill to cap corporate political donations at $1,000 per candidate, potentially reshaping how Honolulu’s powerful business lobbies influence island politics ahead of 2026 elections.
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The state approved $89.4 million in HART reimbursements as concrete columns rise along Dillingham Boulevard for the rail system’s downtown segment. The funding covers construction costs through March 2026 while HART maintains its 2031 target for downtown service.
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The state will reimburse HART $89 million as Segment 3 construction continues through urban Honolulu. The funding provides crucial financial relief for the troubled rail project as concrete pillars rise along Dillingham Boulevard.
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Hawaii lawmakers have 72 hours to finalize dozens of major bills before mandatory adjournment Wednesday. Key measures on housing, taxes, and tourism regulations remain trapped in conference committees.
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Hawaii lawmakers have two weeks until May 8 sine die to finalize budget and housing bills affecting Oahu. Key measures include $150M for rail-area affordable housing and extended rail tax funding through 2030.
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Two months after Bill 60’s signing, HART is quietly studying Skyline extensions to UH Manoa and west Kapolei. Funding remains the biggest challenge, with community groups already organizing around potential routes.
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Hawaii Legislature faces May 8 deadline with key bills affecting Honolulu residents still pending, including vehicle weight tax caps, film tax credits, and speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders.
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Hawaii tourism shows modest 2026 growth driven entirely by domestic travelers, while key international markets including Japan, Canada, and Australia see significant declines. The shift threatens Waikiki businesses dependent on high-spending international visitors.
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