David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii’s Budget May Be Smaller Than Expected This Year, Council Says
The Council on Revenues lowered its forecast for how much tax revenue it anticipates the government will collect.
Stewart Yerton/Civil Beat/2023
‘Ramping It Up On Steroids:’ Defense Contractor Wants A Bigger Role In Hawaii’s Economy
The once low-profile firm Booz Allen Hamilton is making a push to connect with the community and fill jobs to face China.
David Croxford/CivilBeat/2023
Economist: Green’s Proposed Tax Plan For Struggling Families Needs Some Tweaking
State tax officials say language has already been drafted to address concerns that lawmakers will need to add to the bill.
David Croxford/CivilBeat/2023
Is Hawaii Ready For The Governor’s Tax Cut Plan? Lawmakers Aren’t So Sure
The proposed legislation would offer relief for Hawaii workers but also would reduce state tax collections at an uncertain time.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
Renewable Energy Projects Are Back On Track After Pandemic Lull
Supply chain challenges are easing, allowing Hawaii utilities to step up efforts to go green by 2045.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
UHERO: Hawaii May Escape A Recession
But the weakened yen has slowed down the return visitors from Japan.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii Economic Chief: Start Over On The State’s Big Tourism Marketing Contract
Mike McCartney, director of the Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, wants the two organizations who have been fighting over the $34 million contract to split the job.
Civil Beat/2010
Why More Than 600 Foodland Workers Are Poised To Strike In Hawaii
The local supermarket chain has been in talks with the union since its collective bargaining agreement expired in April 2021.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Rising Prices, Increasing Poverty, Slowing Job Growth: Hawaii’s Economy Faces Grim Times
Among those facing higher costs are Oahu utility customers whose October bills could show more cost increases on top of a dramatic rise over the past year.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
The Return Of Japanese Visitors May Be Just In Time To Save Hawaii’s Economy
A day after Japan’s prime minister lifted all travel restrictions, UH economists issued a report saying the return of Japanese travelers could help spare Hawaii’s economy.