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Concrete columns for Honolulu’s rail system are rising along Nimitz Highway and through Kakaako, marking the first visible above-ground progress on the transit line’s Downtown segment. The elevated guideway will reshape the urban skyline and connect West Oahu to job centers by 2031.
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The Honolulu City Council is considering expanding the Fort Street Mall pedestrian zone to include portions of King and Hotel streets. The proposal aims to create a larger car-free downtown corridor but faces mixed reactions from local businesses concerned about parking and delivery access.
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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 voted to use eminent domain against Pacific Guardian Center and Servco Pacific properties for two new Kakaako rail stations. The legal action escalates tensions around the over-$10 billion rail extension into downtown Honolulu.
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After 85 years serving Kalihi-Palama, beloved Tamashiro Market closed permanently on April 30, ending a multigenerational family business that anchored the neighborhood’s working-class identity. The closure represents more than lost poke and fresh fish — it’s another step in the transformation of one of Oahu’s most historic communities.
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Honolulu City Council considers expanding Fort Street Mall pedestrian zone from two blocks to a continuous corridor connecting civic buildings to the harbor. Business owners and planners debate the potential benefits and challenges.
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The HEART of Honolulu Art Street Festival transforms Nuuanu Avenue into a pedestrian paradise Saturday, showcasing Chinatown’s thriving arts renaissance with live music, galleries, and street food. The car-free celebration runs 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., highlighting the neighborhood’s evolution into one of Honolulu’s most dynamic cultural districts.
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Honolulu City Council considers Bill 48 to expand Fort Street Mall’s pedestrian zone, aiming to reduce downtown crime and fill vacant storefronts through increased foot traffic. Business owners remain divided on the proposal’s potential impact.
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The Garden Club of Honolulu’s “Imagine That!” flower show transforms the Honolulu Museum of Art May 8-10, featuring sustainable botanical designs and interactive gardening demonstrations. The exhibition showcases local artists’ creative interpretations using Hawaii’s diverse flora and recycled materials.
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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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