Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Controversial Developer Ousted As Manager of Downtown ‘Hell Hole’ Building
The curtain is closing on Chad Waters’ leading role at 1136 Union Mall.
Hawaii News Now/2020
Maui Cops Could Still Aid Feds Despite Council Immigration Concerns
Activists say there’s a way out of the agreement with the FBI if the council really wants to take it.
Hawaii News Now/2020
National Fight Over Immigration Enforcement Roils Maui County
County’s agreement with FBI provokes alarm among activists and, now, council members
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Honolulu ‘Hell-Hole’ Building Now Without Water
Despite the deteriorating condition of the building, embattled Honolulu developer Chad Waters is defending his record of managing 1136 Union Mall.
Ben Angarone/Civil Beat/2026
‘Incredibly Frustrating’: Affordable Oʻahu Rentals Sit Empty For 10 Months
As the city housing program behind it comes under the microscope, the Makiki building has struggled to clear the last bureaucratic hurdles.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2016
Hawaiʻi’s Cost Of Living Is High. But There’s Another Huge Problem
A recent UH report likens Hawaiʻi’s economy to that of West Virginia — another place being “left behind.”
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu Bus, Rail Fares Set To Go Up This Summer
Council members voted Wednesday to boost the cost of an adult bus pass by $10 a month, along with other price hikes.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Waiʻanae Group Wants A New Homeless Shelter. Can They Overcome Objections?
Disagreements include whether more services will help current Westside homeless or if they will just become a magnet for more.
Stewart Yerton/Civil Beat/2025
Downtown ‘Hell-Hole’ Building Founder Faces Eviction From His Luxury Condo
Honolulu developer Chad Waters’ landlord alleges he owes $5,000 in back rent.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
HUD Plan Leaves Millions For Hawaiʻi Homeless Housing In Limbo
Local nonprofit leaders estimate that more than 400 people could end up back on the streets if funding cuts go through.