Bill moving through Legislature aims to increase densities in urban areas
Hawaii’s urban housing density could more than triple under a new zoning proposal sailing through the state Legislature.
‘It should be ours’: Shaka inches closer to becoming the official state gesture
Lawmakers and Hawaii residents alike appear to be vibing with a proposal to make the shaka the official state gesture of Hawaii.
Pahoa bus hub/library moves ahead
A planned combination bus hub and library for Pahoa is making progress toward possible completion in 2027.
Hawaiian Electric: ‘Tight supply of electricity’ on the Big Island through April
Hawaiian Electric is asking all Hawaii Island customers to reduce or shift their electricity use over the next month.
‘Safe Space’ draws concerns: Residents, lawmaker worried about impact of homeless camp on area
A state lawmaker has joined some Hilo residents in their concerns about a planned government-sanctioned homeless encampment near the Hilo Lagoon Center.
Work on Lanikaula Street to begin in May
Hilo drivers are advised to expect delays around Lanikaula Street for the next year when a rehabilitation project begins in May.
Marijuana bill gains traction in Legislature
The long-anticipated legalization of recreational marijuana in Hawaii is only a few votes away from the desk of Gov. Josh Green.
‘Clean elections’ measure dead: House committee chair says it lacked ‘the necessary resources’
A proposed program that would publicly finance election campaigns in Hawaii is dead after a Big Island lawmaker concluded last week that the plan was fatally flawed.
Dangerous dogs bill advances: Measure would create harsher penalties for their owners
A proposal to strengthen state laws regarding vicious dogs will reach another milestone today following weeks of overwhelming public support.
County bill would require waste facilities be open at least 2 days a week
Garbage day may come twice a week again for Kalapana residents thanks to a new County Council proposal.
Work on Pauahi Street Bridge set to begin
A yearlong project to replace a small bridge in Hilo will begin Monday.
Dredging of boat harbor on track, but work not expected to start before July
Lawmakers and boaters hope for smooth sailing at the Wailoa Small Boat Harbor in Hilo as a long-awaited dredging project inches closer toward beginning.
Hawaii residents oppose measure targeting cockfighting
A state proposal to impose greater criminal penalties relating to cockfighting drew outcry from residents Thursday.
Assessment details plans for old Hilo hospital renovations
A plan to renovate the old Hilo Memorial Hospital continues apace after a draft environmental assessment for the project was published last week.
Rezoning request approved for Manono Street lot
A plan to redevelop a derelict corner of Hilo was given the go-ahead Thursday, to the consternation of nearby residents.
‘It’s been like a shell game’: Ka‘u residents offer strong opposition to Punalu‘u Village project
A proposed resort development in Punalu‘u is already making waves among residents planning a legal challenge against its construction.
The clock is ticking for Maunakea authority
The transition of control over the summit of Maunakea has been slow going over the past year, but could speed up soon.
Odysseus mission deemed mostly a success
The first successful American moon mission in 50 years went dark Thursday after a rough landing a week earlier, but Big Island astronomers say the space flight was largely successful.
Puna groundwater study sought: It would try to determine whether PGV has an impact
The impacts of Puna Geothermal Venture on Puna’s groundwater could be the subject of a nearly $500,000 federal study being proposed by a Hawaii County Council member.
De Fries’ selection criticized: Former HTA chief voted in as first Maunakea authority director
After more than a year, the state body that will take over management of the Maunakea summit region has a new director, though not without controversy.
