HART Explores Ways To Keep Rail Work Going Amid COVID-19 Setbacks
Can rail’s current primary contractor, STG, build more of the guideway to pick up the slack?
How Honolulu Lost Its Top Ranking For The Nation’s Worst Traffic
Nearly a decade ago, headlines about the city having the worst congestion helped sell rail. But that ranking has plunged.
COVID-19 Slows Honolulu Rail Progress, Could Delay Opening
The public-private partnership to finish the project faces more delays, and HART signals its December 2025 completion date is in jeopardy.
Oahu Traffic Is Gone, For All The Wrong Reasons
A deadly pandemic is no way to solve the state’s traffic woes. But the crisis might encourage more people to work remotely once things improve.
National Guard Now Checking Passengers For Fevers At Hawaii Airports
The screenings are expected to be happening at all state airports by the end of the week.
Gov. Ige: Banning Air Travel To Hawaii Is ‘Impossible To Enforce’
Three of Hawaii’s county mayors have asked Trump to implement a ban on air travel to the islands.
Honolulu To Get $91 Million For Transit During Coronavirus Outbreak
It’s not clear yet precisely how the city will spend those federal dollars. Officials say they’re still incurring costs, so it’s still too early to know.
Honolulu Cuts Some Bus Service As Ridership Plummets
Transit officials do aim to keep enough buses on the road so riders can practice social distancing against the threat of COVID-19.
Have An Expired Vehicle Safety Check? It’s Now Valid Through May
With roads clear of heavy traffic, many contraflow lanes on Oahu will be suspended during the COVID-19 crisis, too.
Restaurants Can Apply To Use Curbside Parking For Food Pickup
Food trucks can also apply to use the city’s metered stalls for free as the COVID-19 crisis takes its toll on local eateries.