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Kakaako’s Waiakoa development will deliver 1,032 units by 2030, with 620 designated as affordable housing. The project by Koa Partners and Castle & Cooke Hawaii breaks ground in 2026, representing one of Honolulu’s largest affordable housing developments in decades.
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The Honolulu City Council is considering Bill 48 to expand Fort Street Mall’s pedestrian zone as a strategy to reduce crime and revive downtown’s struggling economy. Local merchants remain divided on whether the proposal will solve underlying problems or simply spread them over a larger area.
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The Honolulu Police Commission has narrowed its search for the next police chief to six semi-finalists from an initial pool of 11 candidates. The selection will shape HPD’s approach to crime, community policing, and department culture across Oahu.
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State lawmakers finalized 90 projects worth $129 million to be funded by Hawaii’s proposed $50 visitor Green Fee. Oahu projects include North Shore coastal protection and Ko’olau invasive species removal, though some community priorities were cut.
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Three major residential towers in Kakaako are set to break ground in 2026, adding over 2,000 housing units to Honolulu’s fastest-growing neighborhood. The projects include Kahuina with 60% affordable units, marking a significant shift toward mixed-income development.
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The City and County of Honolulu hosts a major career expo today at the Blaisdell Center, with 14 departments actively hiring for positions ranging from budget analysts to police officers. The event runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and offers competitive salaries plus comprehensive benefits in Hawaii’s tight job market.
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HART approved eminent domain proceedings against Pacific Guardian Center and Servco Pacific to acquire land for Kakaako rail stations. The legal battles could delay the extension timeline while testing property rights against public transit needs.
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Hawaii’s 2026 legislative session ended with mixed results for Honolulu, passing housing funding and infrastructure bonds while killing a vehicle weight tax cap. The outcomes set the stage for ongoing policy battles affecting the city’s residents.
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The Honolulu City Council is considering Bill 48 to expand Fort Street Mall’s pedestrian zone, aiming to reduce crime and boost economic activity in downtown’s struggling corridors. The proposal faces logistical challenges but has garnered support from business owners seeking safer, more vibrant streets.
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City Council members harshly criticized Honolulu’s emergency management chief over delayed evacuation orders during March’s devastating North Shore floods. The hearing focused on a crucial six-hour delay that left residents scrambling for safety as waters rose.
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