One Way To Ease Honolulu’s Building Permit Backlog: Pay Workers More
The permitting director says her employees are underpaid. But the mayor has not tried to negotiate raises for plan reviewers, saying there’s more to the problem than pay.
Honolulu Mayor’s Proposed Budget Would Increase Investment In Equipment And Public Safety
The pandemic’s reverberations are still being felt through disrupted supply chains, an increased concern for public safety and hazard back pay.
City Faces Legal Bill After Losing Short-Term Vacation Rental Battle
But a measure in the Legislature would allow Honolulu to phase out short-term rentals over time.
Honolulu Mayor Signs Bill To Give Financial Relief To Businesses Hurt By Rail Construction
The city’s upcoming budgeting process will determine how much funding is available to dole out.
Honolulu Permitting Office Making Progress While Delays Persist, Audit Says
Permit review times at the troubled permitting office are worse than before, but the department has taken steps to improve its processes.
Miske Trial Resumes After Weeklong Recess Due To Juror Illness
Sara Tufele, who has a child with one of Miske’s former top associates, testified that she felt threatened after her boyfriend began cooperating with authorities.
Rick Blangiardi Is Running For A 2nd Term As Honolulu Mayor
Nobody has completed the paperwork to run against him, but potential candidates have until June 4 to do so.
‘Chronic Abuse’ Led To A 10-Year-Old’s Death. How Did It Go Undetected So Long?
Geanna Bradley’s legal guardians and a grandmother were arrested nearly a month after police found her body with severe injuries in their home.
Honolulu Mayor Appoints TV Journalist As New Chief Of Staff
Andy Sugg returns to Oahu after a stint in Boston media.
How Much Housing Should Be Allowed In Oahu’s Business Districts?
The City Council is considering a bill that would expand the number of mixed-use districts in Honolulu amid a worsening housing crisis.