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While the number of single-family building permits is one aspect of addressing the state’s housing shortage, it’s an indicator of potential housing inventory that plays a crucial role in accommodating residents amid growing populations.
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The closure is the third in a set of emergency repairs to replace damaged ceiling rods in Wilson Tunnel. Weather permitting, the closure will begin at 9 a.m. and last through 9 p.m.
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The State Consumer Protector shares ways to stay protected against holiday scams; we discuss an emerging mental health crisis among boys and men; and we share the call of the java sparrow in today's Manu Minute
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers discusses updates to the Ala Wai Flood Risk Management Project and why public input is needed; ʻukulele master Jake Shimabukuro shares why music can be healing and a song off his new album; and the first bodyboarding world champion reflects on winning 40 years ago
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The Ala Wai Canal study is in round two of a major flood control plan to protect neighborhoods and businesses in the area. The 2-mile-long canal is key to the vitality of neighborhoods around Waikīkī, which harbors much of the visitor industry.
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Construction of a temporary elementary school in Lahaina is progressing after King Kamehameha III Elementary was damaged in the August wildfires. Crews have completed clearing and grading of the site. Modular units for the first classroom arrived this week.
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Honolulu drivers and pedestrians should be aware of raised crosswalks being installed on Pensacola Street near McKinley High School.
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The evolution of downtown Honolulu is continuing, from post-COVID to hybrid work-from-home. The neighborhood is pushing ahead with about half a billion dollars in real estate investments that are underway. Pacific Business News editor-in-chief A. Kam Napier has more.
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Honolulu could be on its way to lower residential speed limits. By default, residential speed limits are 25 mph, but Honolulu City Council Vice Chair Esther Kiaʻāina wants it reduced to 15 mph.
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Connect Kākou was launched on Tuesday by Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke. It's a collaboration between the University of Hawaiʻi and several state agencies, including the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and the Hawaiʻi Broadband and Digital Equity Office.