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Breaking and developing stories from across Honolulu
Waikiki Beach’s new $700,000 sandbag groin marks the latest effort to combat erosion threatening Hawaii’s tourism hub. With a major Royal Hawaiian project starting next spring and a comprehensive master plan in development, Honolulu is ramping up its expensive fight to save the iconic shoreline.
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Kaiwi, a 15-year-old Hawaiian monk seal, delivered her fourth pup at Kaimana Beach since 2021, prompting familiar questions about balancing beach access with protecting critically endangered wildlife. State officials are monitoring the mother and newborn while reminding the public to maintain safe distances.
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Honolulu Hale and Blaisdell Center glow blue through May 16 for National Police Week, honoring fallen law enforcement officers. The tribute reflects the island’s strong support for HPD and remembers local heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Father Michael Thomas Tupou Castori, a Jesuit priest with Pacific Islander heritage, has been appointed the new Bishop of Honolulu. His installation on July 28 brings multilingual skills and cross-cultural experience to Hawaii’s diverse Catholic community of 250,000 faithful.
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State approves $89.4M for HART while mayor signs bill authorizing rail extension studies to UH Mānoa and Kapolei. The moves could reshape Oahu’s transit future beyond the current rail line.
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For the first time, concrete columns supporting Honolulu’s Skyline rail system are visible along Nimitz Highway and Dillingham Boulevard. The Segment 3 construction marks significant progress toward the 2031 service target, with first guideway segments expected in early 2026.
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Waialua Elementary School will close permanently after 82 years due to declining enrollment and budget pressures. The North Shore community faces difficult transitions as 187 students must find new schools.
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Waialua Elementary and Intermediate School will close permanently after 82 years due to declining enrollment and budget shortfalls. The North Shore institution served 247 students across grades K-8, down from nearly 400 five years ago.
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Waialua School will close permanently after 82 years, citing financial pressures and declining enrollment. The North Shore institution served 45 students and multiple generations of families.
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HART begins construction of first above-ground rail columns in Chinatown as the City Center segment takes shape. Utility work along Dillingham Boulevard will continue through 2026, affecting local businesses but marking visible progress on Honolulu’s transit project.
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