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New data shows minimum-wage workers on Oahu would need to work 114 hours weekly to afford a two-bedroom apartment, as applications open for just 97 affordable units at Koa Vista II.
Read MoreA new agricultural park in Haleiwa is giving immigrant and refugee farmers with professional experience from their home countries access to land, markets, and business training. The Pacific Gateway Center initiative on Kamehameha Schools land is fostering cultural exchange while addressing Hawaii’s food security needs.
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Waikiki’s street homelessness dropped 91% to just 10 people after coordinated outreach combining street medicine, housing referrals, and focused enforcement. The initiative cleared long-standing encampments from tourist areas while connecting individuals to permanent housing solutions.
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Honolulu launches free AI training to prepare local workforce for automation. The program targets trainers who can teach AI skills across industries, from hospitality to small business.
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The 2026 Hawaii-Japan Sister Summit brought over 150 leaders to Waikiki, announcing $180 million in renewable energy investments and new cultural exchange programs. Beyond ceremonial handshakes, the gathering focused on concrete economic partnerships and sustainable tourism initiatives.
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UH Mānoa now guarantees all general education requirements can be completed fully online with 60+ seats per course. The policy change expands access for working adults, neighbor island students, and caregivers across Hawaii.
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New data confirms Hawaii residents face the nation’s highest housing costs, forcing families to choose between leaving the islands, overcrowded living, or homelessness. The crisis is reshaping Oahu communities from Kakaako to the West Side.
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Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve debuts “Papahana Hanauma,” a new culturally-focused education program run by Hui Mālama O Ke Kai Foundation. The shift emphasizes Hawaiian traditions and indigenous stewardship practices for the popular snorkeling destination.
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State Rep. Adrian Tam highlights the disconnect between steady visitor arrivals and declining tourist spending in Waikiki, where local businesses and workers are feeling the economic pinch despite crowded beaches. The tourism slump is hitting small operators and service workers hardest, even as overall visitor numbers show modest growth.
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Honolulu needs 38,000 handmade lei by May 24 for the Memorial Day tribute at Punchbowl Cemetery. Community groups and families are mobilizing for this meaningful tradition that honors fallen service members.
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