Megan Tagami/Civil Beat/2026
Tropical Storm Lala: Maui, Honolulu And Kauaʻi Counties Face Storm Impacts
Thousands faced power outages as these islands, home to more than 1.2 million people, remained under a tropical storm warning.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
In A Hidden Hawaiʻi Gulch, A Wartime Secret Opens To The Public
Last month, the National Park Service started guided tours to Honouliuli, a former World War II internment camp.
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Hawaiʻi Primary Winds Down Saturday Evening As Last Ballots Cast
The election drew both newcomers and veterans to the state’s voter service centers across the islands.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Kirstin Downey: Honolulu Needs Your Help To Identify Historic Sites
Some historic buildings the city owned may have been unknowingly demolished.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
‘Out Of Options’: Siting Oʻahu’s New Landfill Is A Political Nightmare
The Honolulu mayor is once again pitching a new location for the island’s rubbish. Will he finally succeed this time?
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Cost Of Honolulu Rail Line At Risk Of Climbing Again
A recent analysis suggests the total cost of rail may rise to $10.19 billion, about $111 million more than the current budget.
Matthew Leonard/Civil Beat/2026
We Reported On A Dangerous Crosswalk. State DOT Fixed It!
The previous signal timing put turning vehicles on a potential collision path with pedestrians at a busy Honolulu intersection. State engineers took action.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Empty Homes Tax: Some Like The Idea. Oʻahu Politicians Won’t Hear Of It
The two most recent proposals to tax empty homes in Honolulu have each failed to advance by just one vote.
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
City Clerk: Votes For Tommy Waters Won’t Be Counted
The decision follows a Circuit Court ruling stating the council chair could not seek a third term. But another legal challenge may be coming.
Hikari Mae Hida/Civil Beat/2026
These Historic Oʻahu Homes Pay Practically No Property Tax
Honolulu homes valued in the millions are getting a major tax break. One City Council member says the program is being abused.