Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
State Gets Another $20 Million In Lawsuit Over Software Failure
The state has already won $11 million through litigation over the botched transportation project by Ciber Inc.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
The ‘Mauka Shift’ Could Solve Rail’s Utility Woes. Why Did It Happen So Late?
HART’s inability to relocate utilities along Dillingham is central to rail’s latest staggering cost spikes. Now, the agency says it finally has a “good plan.”
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Biki Announces Steep Cuts As It Tries To Ride Out The Pandemic
The bike-share was a success after its 2017 launch, but revenues have plunged by nearly half amid COVID-19.
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Former HART Interim Director Krishniah Murthy Dies
The longtime transit official was hired in 2016 to help guide Oahu’s rail project through an especially rocky period.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Could Hawaii’s Fossil Fuel-Powered Cars Soon Be A Relic Of The Past?
The electric vehicle market is growing and state leaders want to help phase out gas-powered cars. Local auto dealers say they’re moving too fast.
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Judge’s Ruling Gives Hawaii A Big Win In Kakaako Roads Dispute
It’s not clear whether the private company that claims ownership of those roads will appeal the decision.
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Proposed Tourist Tax Could Help Hawaii Deal With Climate Change Impacts
Legislative leaders want to bump up taxes that could be assessed on the kinds of things sought by higher-spending tourists and travelers.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Hawaii Rep. Ed Case Tries Again To Rein In Helicopter Tour And Skydiving Operations
Noise and safety are at issue in federal legislation the congressman is still pursuing.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Here’s Why You Can’t Judge Honolulu’s Bike-Share Program On Public Costs Alone
With a new city audit out there’s plenty of talk about the bike-share’s costs. What’s missing is a similar examination of its community benefits.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Driver For TheBus Dies Due To COVID-19
Oahu transit leaders described the driver as an “excellent employee” and “very dependable.”