Hawaiʻi 2024 voter guide - Hawai'i Public Radio
On the state level, incumbents and newcomers are vying for about half of the 25 state Senate districts, with the remaining districts up for reelection in 2026.All 51 state House districts have elections every two years. Democrats hold overwhelming supermajorities in both chambers. Several incumbents, such as Democratic state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole of Kāneʻohe and Republican state Rep. Gene ...
Voting explainer: 2024 Honolulu charter amendment ballot …
Oct 1, 2024 · Oʻahu voters will have the chance to weigh in on four Honolulu charter amendment questions related to the environment, councilmember salaries, an oversight commission, and the hiring of the city’s emergency management leaders. HPR's Ashley Mizuo breaks down what a "yes" and "no" vote will mean for each question.
What does Lahaina look like today? The progress of debris …
Aug 8, 2024 · Lahaina resident Ashley Kahahane remembers the first time she visited her home after the fire. “I was dreading to walk to see it burned. And, you know, it was a hard time to come with the Samaritans and look through, sift through things, and pick up pieces that we never, ever gonna get back," she said.
City Council advances bill to establish tax on empty homes
Oct 11, 2024 · Honolulu lawmakers have advanced a controversial measure to establish an “empty homes” tax on Oʻahu. The Honolulu City Councilʻs Bill 46 would create a property tax on homes not occupied by long-term residents for at least six months out of the year.. The empty home would be taxed at 1% of its tax-assessed value in the first applicable year, 2% for the second year, and 3% every year ...
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Holiday Programming 2024 | Hawai'i Public Radio
We've got a full lineup of holiday programming to get you in a festive mood. Listen on-air or stream online on our website, on our free mobile app, or on your smart speaker.. Holiday programming is sponsored by Nohea Gallery.. Tuesday, December 24
COVID-19 is once again on the rise in Hawaiʻi - Hawai'i Public Radio
Jun 13, 2024 · Disease activity remains low for both influenza and the respiratory condition RSV. DOH recommendations include keeping up to date on the COVID-19 vaccines, staying at home if feeling sick, and wearing a mask, especially if recovering from COVID-19 symptoms.
Tropical Storm Hone steadily approaches Hawaiʻi, threatening …
Aug 24, 2024 · Tropical Storm Hone, whose name is Hawaiian for "sweet and soft," drew near the islands Saturday with breezes that were expected to intensify — and increase the wildfire risk for drier parts of the state even as memories are still fresh from last year's deadly blazes on Maui.
OHA race: Meet the 2 candidates vying for the at-large seat this ...
Oct 9, 2024 · Two well-known candidates are competing for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs at-large seat in the upcoming general election. In the crowded primary, incumbent Keliʻi Akina was the top vote-getter with former trustee Lei Ahu Isa trailing behind. HPR’s Cassie Ordonio breaks down the …
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