Demolition of Aloha Stadium is now underway, clearing the way for a $650 million redevelopment of the Halawa site

FEMA has approved new funding for Hawaii to reduce flood risk across vulnerable communities in the islands.

Business

Commercial fishing boats could soon return to waters that have been off-limits for years.

Finance

SpaceX Soars 27% in Market Debut, Tops $2.2 Trillion Valuation

SpaceX's long-awaited public debut didn't just meet expectations, it blew past them. Shares of the aerospace giant surged 27% following its initial public offering (IPO), pushing the company's market value above $2.2 trillion and instantly making it one of the most valuable companies on the planet.

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Energy

Governor Green is weighing a pause on Hawaii's state gasoline tax as fuel costs continue to strain residents.

The move would mark a significant shift in state revenue policy and could offer drivers temporary relief at the pump.

Business

HMSA Hit Pause. Here's Why Hawaii Doctors Were Worried.

Governor Josh Green convinced HMSA to delay a major payment change for Hawaii's primary care doctors until January 2027.

The union representing Hawaii State Hospital workers is moving toward filing a formal grievance over dangerous overcrowding conditions.

Staff say patient loads have exceeded safe capacity, putting both workers and patients at risk. The grievance process could trigger mandatory talks with hospital administration and state officials.

The Hawai'i Convention Center is staring down a $55 million funding gap to fix persistent roof and structural leak problems.

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Hawaii Construction Jobs Hold Near 41,000 but Pipeline Narrows

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Hawaiian Electric is facing a new lawsuit alleging grid negligence in the months before the 2023 Maui fires.

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Small Business

Hawaii's governor has signed legislation raising the state minimum wage to $20 an hour by 2030.

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Real Estate

Hawaii lawmakers have passed a bill to expand affordable housing development along the state's transit corridors.