An inspector with Honolulu’s Department of Planning and Permitting office has been placed on leave after records allege he ...

City lawmakers are leading the push to return Sand Island’s name to its Native Hawaiian name Mauliola, which means “breath of ...

In 2000, the Legislature banned aerial fireworks for consumers. On Dec. 30 of that same year, however, an illegal aerial ...

Instead of asking ratepayers to absorb the full 115% increase over 10 years, we’re proposing a more strategic and balanced ...

The City and County of Hono­lulu’s $500,000 Ernst &Young LLP study over a proposed empty-­homes tax measure asserts the city ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The city’s Emergency Services Department is upgrading its fleet of ambulances. A special blessing ...

A traditional Hawaiian blessing was bestowed on the fleet that includes four-wheeled ambulances, an AmbuBus and other ...

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ...

The Honolulu City Council is considering Bill 18, a measure that would prohibit the sale of single-use plastic bottles of one liter or less in vending machines at city-owned facilities starting next ...

If you’re a dog lover living on Oʻahu, you might be familiar with the challenge of finding a park where your furry friend is ...

Starting May 7, 2025, travelers need a Real I.D. to fly within the United States and enter certain federal facilities. State ...