A monthly pass would go from $80 to $90 under the proposal in what would be the first increase in three years.

The police department, where access to overtime is also leading to an increase in early retirements, accounted for 60% of pension spiking costs in the last seven years.

The program has strayed from its emphasis on social work, according to people who value the program but call it ineffective.

Supporters say new requirements in Bill 53 would protect neighborhoods from the side effects of increased housing density. Opponents fear the changes would hamstring an already struggling program.

Union members who responded to a survey conducted in July also stressed they want someone with patrol experience who will focus on staffing the front line.

After initially refusing to release it, the city shared a demand letter sent by former Honolulu police Chief Joe Logan demanding payment for the remaining two years of his term and damages for emotional distress.

The yearlong study was supposed to help inform a now-stalled bill that would have increased property tax rates on unoccupied homes.

Here’s a look at how much City Council members spend on the colorful and often fragrant garlands.

The City Council hasn’t come up with funding yet for the program and research shows cameras alone may not be effective.

New alliances are taking shape as Native Hawaiians occupy all three of the top positions.