Navy Argues Health Department Lacks Power To Shut Down Red Hill
The Navy’s filing makes clear it is not going to drain the Red Hill fuel tanks without a fight.
Defiant Honolulu Mayor Defends His Approach To Omicron Surge
Mayor Rick Blangiardi said businesses know what to do to limit Covid-19 spread and don’t require further restrictions, despite admonishments from the state Department of Health.
Navy Says Military Families Displaced By Water Crisis May Return Home Next Week
The Navy told lawmakers it will not meet a Jan. 3 deadline to come up with a plan for decontaminating its drinking water well.
Guitars Bring Solace To Millions — And Cash To Hawaii’s Biggest Car Dealer
Guitar and ukulele sales have been a boon for Servco Pacific, which, besides selling Toyotas, is also the majority owner of the iconic Fender Musical Instruments Corp.
‘We Can Take On This Goliath’: Oahu Water Chief Ready To Fight Navy Over Red Hill
The head of Honolulu’s water utility said he supports a hearing officer’s recommendation to drain the fuel tanks and wants them closed for good.
Miske Defense Says It Isn’t Getting Key Evidence Against Him
Despite a massive transmission of evidence, an attorney for the accused crime boss says many documents are missing or blacked out, hampering his defense.
Hearing Officer Calls For Closing Red Hill Fuel Facility To Avert ‘Imminent Threat’
The Navy can still object to the hearing officer’s proposed decision, which would have to be finalized by a health department deputy director.
Honolulu Board Of Water Supply Says County Water Is Still Clean
Meanwhile, Navy water customers are still being advised not to drink their water.
Climate Change Will Make It Harder To Protect The Environment Around Oahu’s Next Landfill
The effects of a warming planet are also expected to make it more expensive to safeguard land and water.
City Attorney Kicked Off HPD Shooting Lawsuit For Creating A Conflict Of Interest
Corporation Counsel attorney Kyle Chang was disqualified after providing conflicting arguments in the case.