The former movie palace has languished for almost 40 years, prompting the Honolulu City Council to take steps toward condemning the valuable property.

The City Council declined to vote on a $1.5 million settlement in the lawsuit over the killing of Lindani Myeni amid strong opposition from law enforcement officials.

In a tale of two neighborhoods, street festivals can be a headache for people in Waikiki while community leaders say they could be an economic lifeline for Chinatown.

The City Council still needs to approve the $670,000 settlement over a lawsuit against the liquor commission and $150,000 for the family of a girl who was arrested.

Honolulu City Council members said they wanted time to review evidence in the Lindani Myeni case and would reconsider the issue next month.

This comes after council members received a large controversial raise in 2023.

The bill was amended to earn the support of short-term rental owners.

The City Council has not set a date to start a search for her replacement.

The parks department says the mini park offers little recreational value to the public, but some residents say the space should remain open to everyone.

A well-financed incumbent faces three challengers in the District 3 race.