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The Conversation talked to the mayor Monday morning about some of his top priorities in the upcoming year, such as improving the police officer shortage and the Department of Planning and Permitting.
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Investigators have needed to issue eight additional subpoenas for documents and 53 additional subpoenas for interviews about the Aug. 8 fire that killed at least 101 people. The first phase of the report had been expected this month, but will now come out on April 17.
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In a response letter to Hawai‘i delegates, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that it is reopening enrollment for the Individuals and Households Program for citizens of the Compacts of Free Association.
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Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi's State of the City address on Thursday largely focused on housing, public safety, and fixing the building permitting system. HPR's Ashley Mizuo has more.
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Mayor Derek Kawakami focused on making Kauaʻi and its residents more resilient in his State of the County address. He shared his plans for infrastructure upgrades, retaining county workers, preparing for disasters and more. HPR's Mark Ladao has more.
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Lāna’i qualifies for federal Essential Air Service subsidies. But in the program’s more than 40 years, no airline has requested a subsidy to the island. As HPR’s Catherine Cluett Pactol reports, that’s about to change.
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Funding for the Native American Housing and Self-Determination Act provides financial assistance for families to obtain homes, make renovations and build community facilities. The funding is a record increase of over $320 million from last year.
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The state has a new plan to move displaced Maui residents sheltering in hotels into more permanent housing. HPR's Ashley Mizuo explains how the state plans to reach its goal of having families out of temporary housing by May.
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A recently passed ordinance requires all Maui County wastewater to be disinfected by 2039, promoting water efficiency. Last year, the county experienced severe drought and multiple water shortages.
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A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaiʻi. It's sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign associated with surf culture. But in Hawaiʻi, where it originated, it's a more common and nuanced gesture.
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The House of Representatives passed the state’s $11.3 billion budget on Thursday. Maui fire recovery accounts for a 10th of the state budget– about $1 billion.
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The United States has restored federal benefits for tens of thousands of Micronesian migrants legally living in the U.S. under the Compacts of Free Association. The announcement came at a critical time as the country's influence in the Pacific is contested by China. HPR's Cassie Ordonio has the latest.