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Honolulu City Council voted 8-1 to study extending Skyline rail to UH Manoa, with preliminary engineering studies beginning this summer. The ambitious extension could cost $3-4 billion and wouldn’t open until the late 2030s if approved.
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The Hawaii Community Development Authority will consider authorizing sand stabilization structures for eroding Kawehewehe Beach at its May 6 meeting. The engineering approach represents a shift from previous sand nourishment projects that showed temporary results.
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HART completes Pier 732 on Skyline’s city center extension as ridership hits new records. Visible construction will continue through 2026 toward a planned 2031 downtown opening.
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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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The Honolulu City Council voted 8-1 to authorize HART to study rail extensions to UH Manoa and Waikiki. The 18-month feasibility studies will examine ridership projections and costs for expanding beyond the current system’s planned Kakaako terminus.
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A new Honolulu bill would require developers seeking TOD incentives near Skyline stations to provide greater community benefits. The measure could reshape development around rail hubs in Kakaako and other transit zones.
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Honolulu City Council will vote on $17 million in COVID hazard pay for over 2,000 bus workers, giving each $7,500 for pandemic service. The approval comes nearly two years after federal funds became available.
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Waiakoa, a massive two-tower development in Kakaako, will bring 1,032 residential units starting construction in 2026. The project represents one of Honolulu’s largest single residential additions in recent years.
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Honolulu City Council removed $34 million from the budget meant to acquire six acres in Hawaii Kai, leaving residents wondering what the city planned for the prime real estate. The decision came with minimal public discussion despite years of community advocacy for infrastructure improvements.
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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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