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A Waikiki public restroom has been closed for three years despite $40,000 in estimated repairs needed, frustrating businesses and visitors. The closure persists even as millions flow into area improvements, highlighting infrastructure priorities in Hawaii’s premier tourism district.
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Three months after devastating Kona Low storms, Haleiwa’s North Shore continues struggling with damaged infrastructure and reduced tourism, contributing to statewide losses exceeding $325 million. Recovery grants are helping, but ongoing construction challenges persist as summer season approaches.
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Aloha Stadium’s northwest bowl was demolished Wednesday using controlled techniques, marking a dramatic milestone in the $4 billion entertainment district project. The new stadium targets a 2029 opening as phased demolition continues through summer.
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HART files new eminent domain cases to acquire downtown properties for rail construction after December court setback. Pacific Guardian Center and former Servco site acquisitions critical for 2031 passenger service timeline.
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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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New research shows the Ala Wai Canal could rise 2 feet by 2050, potentially bringing sewage-contaminated groundwater to Waikiki’s surface even without rain. The findings threaten Hawaii’s $17 billion tourism economy and iconic beaches.
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UH researchers win international award for reimagining flood-resilient Waikīkī, proposing “amphibious” architecture that works with rising seas rather than against them. Their vision includes elevated walkways, adaptive buildings, and traditional Hawaiian water management principles.
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North Shore residents say years of deferred maintenance on storm drains and culverts worsened March’s devastating flooding in Haleiwa and Waialua. The disaster has renewed calls for infrastructure investment ahead of hurricane season.
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Hawaii’s tourism industry faces modest 2026 growth as declining international visitors and rising costs offset steady mainland demand. Waikiki businesses adapt to new challenges while storm damage and global uncertainty create additional headwinds.
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UH researchers won a national architecture award for flood adaptation designs showing how Waikiki could function underwater. Their sobering visualizations take on new relevance after recent Oahu flooding exposed infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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