HIDOE holds community meeting to gather feedback on possible new site to rebuild King Kamehameha III Elementary School by News Release Wednesday, November 20, 2024 |
... About 100 staff and community members attended ....
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UH Athletic Director Craig Angelos Suddenly Ousted by News Release Wednesday, November 20, 2024 |
"...my performance seemed to be going well...."
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2025 Neighborhood Board Elections--Candidate Registration Coming Soon! by News Release Wednesday, November 20, 2024 |
... Friday, December 20, 2024 – Candidate and Voter Registration Begins ....
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HR6062 Passes Senate--creates process to Amend American Samoa Territorial Constitution by News Release Tuesday, November 19, 2024 |
... Interior Secretary can approve American Samoa’s constitutional amendments now and in the future without unnecessary steps in Washington, D.C., that other territories do not have ....
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UH Manoa Ranks 42nd for Free Speech by News Release Tuesday, November 19, 2024 |
... 55% of students find it difficult to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on campus, the highest ever recorded on any issue ....
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The Value of Single-Family Neighborhoods by News Article Tuesday, November 19, 2024 |
... is there really is a pent-up demand for high-density housing? ....
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When ending Ukraine war, Trump must not forsake Taiwan by Samuel Wilder King II Monday, November 18, 2024 |
... Appeasement that leaves Russia holding Ukraine territory will embolden China to take Taiwan, raising the risk of nuclear war ....
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A Student's 3 Good Questions About Honolulu Rail by Panos Prevedouros PhD Sunday, November 17, 2024 |
... Now that the rail has opened, what are the top three indicators that proved you were right? ....
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$553 Million a Mile for Elevated Rail by News Article Sunday, November 17, 2024 |
... This is the biggest contract for the Honolulu rail project let to date, but as expensive as it is, this doesn’t include all of the costs of planning, engineering, and design of the line ....
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Grassroot-backed proposals make headway at Hawaii's county councils by Grassroot Institute Sunday, November 17, 2024 |
... testimonies Grassroot submitted to Hawaii's county councils during the past two weeks ....
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Bill 212 could speed up permitting process on Hawaii Island by Grassroot Institute Sunday, November 17, 2024 |
... Bill 212 would increase the permit threshold for maintenance projects to $25,000 ....
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Charging Convenience Fees for Our Kids by Tom Yamachika Sunday, November 17, 2024 |
... when money goes into the account, the folks providing the online account pinch a little ....
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I see people leaving by Kelii Akina Saturday, November 16, 2024 |
... it could get worse ....
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Grassroot events shine spotlight on Hawaii’s permitting problems by News Release Saturday, November 16, 2024 |
... Building a home or even completing minor repairs in Hawaii can quickly turn into a bureaucratic nightmare due to the notorious delays in county permitting departments. ...
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Hawaii Congressional Delegation--How they Voted November 15, 2024 by GovTrack .us Saturday, November 16, 2024 |
... Lame Duck Session Begins ....
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Hawaii has no state-funded shooting facilities by News Release Saturday, November 16, 2024 |
... The Hawaii legislative session starts in January and it's important that you get involved now ....
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Oahu: Avian Influenza Confirmed in Backyard Flock of Birds by News Release Saturday, November 16, 2024 |
... avian influenza was detected in a backyard flock of various birds in Central O‘ahu. The property involved is within the area served by the Wahiawā Wastewater Treatment Plant, where a recent detection was reported ....
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Day 2: Red Flag Warning May Lead to Power Shutoffs Today by News Release Saturday, November 16, 2024 |
... The Red Flag Warning will be in effect from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, for wind and low relative humidity in leeward areas of all Hawaiian Islands ....
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Hirono Claims SCOTUS Created Ability to Own Guns in 2008 by Video Video Friday, November 15, 2024 |
"Heller was pretty much an astounding decision to me when suddenly, individual could, under the Second Amendment, individuals could own firearms.”
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Open Enrollment: Only 20,000 Sign up for Obamacare in Hawaii by News Release Friday, November 15, 2024 |
... Over 20,000 Hawaiʻi residents purchased plans through the Health Insurance Marketplace in 2024, and more than 17,000 received subsidies. ....
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DoD IG Rips Navy Red Hill Management by News Release Thursday, November 14, 2024 |
“...It is imperative that the Navy address ongoing challenges with the management of fuel and water systems at Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam....”
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DoH Issues Cesspool Guidance for Kula Burn Area by News Release Wednesday, November 13, 2024 |
... neither the County of Maui nor private wastewater collection systems have plans for building wastewater treatment works for the Kula area ....
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HSTA--Corrupt or Incompetent? -- 1,000 teachers shortchanged by Video Video Wednesday, November 13, 2024 |
... HSTA did not challenge HIDOE’s decision to exclude prior experience for the “compression fix” -- 1,000 Teachers May be Shortchanged on Pay ....
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Hawaiian Electric Signs Bird Agreement by News Release Wednesday, November 13, 2024 |
... commitments to address potential threats to seabirds from power lines on Maui and Lāna‘i, while pursuing permits under the federal Endangered Species Act and state law ....
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Dramatic Decrease in Tourism Spending in Hawaii Affecting Small Businesses by News Release Tuesday, November 12, 2024 |
... Real visitor spending as of today is actually below where we were in the late 1980s ....
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Hawaiian Electric Reports on First Year of Wildfire Safety Efforts by News Release Monday, November 11, 2024 |
... Operational changes, new technology and Public Safety Power Shutoff lead to estimated 60% reduction in wildfire risk from utility equipment ....
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Backyard cottages one way to meet Maui housing needs by Grassroot Institute Monday, November 11, 2024 |
... let homeowners build more backyard cottages ....
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Washington Monument Strategy by Tom Yamachika Sunday, November 10, 2024 |
... see how this strategy plays out in real life ....
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HD39: Rep Pierick ahead 20 votes with 75 ballots to 'cure' by News Release Saturday, November 9, 2024 |
... does your ballot need to be cured? ....
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Hawaii's permitting headaches: 'stories of anger and frustration' by Kelii Akina Saturday, November 9, 2024 |
... these roadblocks hinder homebuilding, which fuels the ongoing housing crisis that impacts us all ....
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Down Again: HIDOE releases 2024-25 enrollment figures for public schools by News Release Saturday, November 9, 2024 |
... Enrollment at Hawaiʻi's public schools is 165,340 at the beginning of School Year 2024-25, a decline of 1.4% from the previous school year ....
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Hawaiian Electric Reports 3Q Results--'Bankruptcy Threat Mitigated' by News Release Saturday, November 9, 2024 |
... management has determined that the conditions that led to the substantial doubt regarding HEI’s ability to continue as a going concern have been mitigated ....
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Massive Political Realignment Beats Back Woke Witch Hunt by Video Video Friday, November 8, 2024 |
... they're guilty of having participated in a witch hunt in which they falsely accused their fellow Americans, and even their friends & family, of fascism & racism ....
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Watch Duty Launches in Hawai'i to Provide Real-Time Wildfire Map and Alert System by News Release Friday, November 8, 2024 |
... popular non-profit app expands its coverage to Hawai'i to deliver more timely critical information about wildfires as they develop ....
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Nakamura to be Speaker, Announces Leadership Team by News Release Friday, November 8, 2024 |
... Nakamura assumed the role of Speaker of the House effective November 6, 2024 ....
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Senate Holds Hearing on HECO Wildfire Plan by News Release Thursday, November 7, 2024 |
... Friday, November 8, 2024 at 830am ....
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Kouchi Announces Senate Committee Chairs, Leadership by News Release Wednesday, November 6, 2024 |
... Senate leadership and committee chairs for the upcoming Thirty-Third Legislative Biennium 2025 through 2026 ....
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Hawaii Trump campaign chair outlines vision, hope for next administration by Video Video Wednesday, November 6, 2024 |
... Shirlene Ostrov also talks about how she hope to bridge the gap between political rivals ....
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UPDATE: Territorial Shareholders Vote to Accept Hope Merger by News Release Wednesday, November 6, 2024 |
... results from November 6 special meeting of Territorial stockholders ....
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2024 General Election Results --FOURTH READ by Andrew Walden Wednesday, November 6, 2024 |
... Republicans gain 1 Senate Seat and 3 House seats -- REP PIERICK PULLS AHEAD BY 20 VOTES -- to defeat Rosenlee again ....
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Hawaiian Electric Still Pretending it has Wildfire Settlement by News Release Wednesday, November 6, 2024 |
"...The Settlement Agreements do not resolve claims with insurers ...."
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WSJ: How Democrats Made a Trump Comeback Possible by Video Video Wednesday, November 6, 2024 |
... If punishing the Democratic Party means rewarding Donald Trump, that’s a bargain the voters may prove willing to strike ....
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ACLU Challenges HPD Drugged-Driving Arrests by News Release Tuesday, November 5, 2024 |
... Fepuleai—who does not drink or do drugs—blew a 0.000. But officers said they now suspected he was on drugs. Officers then arrested Mr. Fepuleai for DUI ....
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376,635 Early Votes cast in General Election by Andrew Walden Monday, November 4, 2024 |
... numbers obtained from County Election Commissions all valid as of Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 ....
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Exploring China's Efforts to Spy in Hawaii by News Article Monday, November 4, 2024 |
... serving as a mole for China’s Ministry of State Security ....
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Election Day November 5 -- Drop Box and Voter Service Center Locations by News Release Sunday, November 3, 2024 |
... it is too late to mail in your ballot ....
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The Cato Report Cards by Tom Yamachika Sunday, November 3, 2024 |
... This year, 2024, is the first report card for the Green administration ....
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How ADU growth can help ‘keep the country country’ by Grassroot Institute Sunday, November 3, 2024 |
... Act 39 of 2024 mandates the state’s four counties allow at least two accessory dwelling units per residential lot ....
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33% of elections in Hawaii are uncontested by News Article Saturday, November 2, 2024 |
... Of 90 regular elections in Hawaii—30 are uncontested ....
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Aloha Stadium Contractor Selected from list of ... one by News Release Saturday, November 2, 2024 |
... Department of Accounting and General Services and the Stadium Authority announced the approval of Aloha Halawa District Partners (AHDP) as the preferred offeror for the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District (NASED) ....
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September Tourist Count 96.1% of Pre-Pandemic Numbers by News Release Friday, November 1, 2024 |
... the best recovery rate since the Maui wildfires ....
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South Korea Refuses Visa to Honolulu-Based North Korean 'Collaborator' by News Article Friday, November 1, 2024 |
... Christine Ahn allegedly 'collaborated' with North Korean agents ....
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4-3 Vote: OHA Trustees Decide not to seek Exemption from Sunshine Law by Kelii Akina Friday, November 1, 2024 |
... The Board of Trustees voted not to pursue the exemption ....
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Blangiardi goes full DEI -- signs City’s updated non-discrimination legislation into law by News Release Friday, November 1, 2024 |
... Blangiardi hosted city officials and community groups focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) on Wednesday to sign Bill 32 ....
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In Hawaii, parasites and viruses team up in the battle against fruit flies by News Article Thursday, October 31, 2024 |
... entomologist explains the implication for global pest control ....
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How Oily Profiteer Manipulated Maui Sunscreen Legislation for Personal Gain by News Article Thursday, October 31, 2024 |
... Maui Council candidate Kelly King's secret sunscreen empire ....
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Will SCOTUS Hear Hawaii Second Amendment Appeal? by News Article Wednesday, October 30, 2024 |
... A decision on whether to take up or turn down the case could come at any time ....
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Enrollment up at UH’s 10 campuses, surpasses 50K by News Release Wednesday, October 30, 2024 |
... enrollment at the 10 campuses of the University of Hawaiʻi surpassed 50,000 students for the first time since 2018 ....
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Green Appoints Water Commissioner, Salary Commissioners by News Release Wednesday, October 30, 2024 |
... appointment of V.R. Hinano Rodrigues to the Commission on Water Resource Management -- enviros call for Senate to reject nomination ....
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Small Business Regulatory Review Board Elects Officers by News Release Wednesday, October 30, 2024 |
“...The SBRRB oversees rules and regulations for Hawai‘i small businesses promulgated by both state and county agencies....”
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Jewish Republican says she is running against ‘Hamas Squad member’ in Hawaii state House by News Article Tuesday, October 29, 2024 |
HD20: Grandinetti Celebrates Terrorism Against Indigenous Hebrews of Israel on 'Indigenous Peoples Day'
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Seven low-cost ways to speed up permitting in Hawaii by Grassroot Institute Tuesday, October 29, 2024 |
... The Grassroot Institute of Hawaii proposals are intended to help speed up permitting and relieve the Aloha State’s housing crisis ....
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Hawaii Childcare Cost: 20% of Family Income by News Article Monday, October 28, 2024 |
... The analysis found that New Mexico, Hawaii and New York are the least affordable states for full-time center-based infant care ....
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Self-Insurance Is No Insurance by Tom Yamachika Sunday, October 27, 2024 |
... One of our newer lawmakers recently penned a piece, “Consumer-Centered Property Insurance Can Help Condo Owners” ....
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‘Guest House’ bill accords with Kauai General Plan by Grassroot Institute Sunday, October 27, 2024 |
“How to facilitate more homebuilding in Hawaii”
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Restoring old Lahaina won’t be possible without zoning changes by Grassroot Institute Sunday, October 27, 2024 |
... Grassroot Institute of Hawaii supports Bill 105 (2024), which would modify how nonconforming structures and uses can be rebuilt or restored after being destroyed by a natural disaster ....
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Hawaii's historic tax cut must be protected not because we want it, but because we need it by Kelii Akina Sunday, October 27, 2024 |
... Hawaii’s lawmakers listened to the people and did the most effective thing they could to significantly lower our incredibly high cost of living ....
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Discussion: How to reduce permit delays by Grassroot Institute Saturday, October 26, 2024 |
... In Hilo and Honolulu, experts will discuss Grassroot’s upcoming report detailing ways to speed up permitting and homebuilding ....
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Lahaina: FEMA Is Working To Place Temporary Housing Units on Privately Owned Vacant Lots by News Release Saturday, October 26, 2024 |
... FEMA is seeking to lease vacant lots from property owners who do not intend to rebuild on them within the next two to three years ....
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Renewable Energy Does Nothing to Reduce Hawaii Electric Rates by News Release Friday, October 25, 2024 |
... Hawaii #1 in Nation With Highest Electricity Costs (33.89 Cents per kWh), Despite 2.4x More Renewable Energy Than U.S. Average ....
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