Christina Jedra/Civil Beat/2023
Maui Newspaper Cutback The Latest Sign Of Financial Distress In Hawaii News Industry
Amid a search for a buyer, The Maui News slashes its print edition to once weekly.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Honolulu’s Short-Term Rental Owners Will Pay Higher Property Taxes Soon. How Much Is Fair?
An estimated $16 million of revenue could come from these higher taxes, city officials said.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
UHERO: ‘Resilient’ US Economy, Return Of Tourists Bolster Hawaii’s Outlook
The state economy’s pandemic recovery is largely complete, but growth is expected to slow in the near term and Maui has “a long road ahead” after the wildfires.
Source: Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii Request for Proposals, Aug. 8, 2023
Hawaii’s New $120M Undersea Cable Project Is A ‘Serious Poke’ To Shake Up The Market
The state will retain a 20% ownership interest in the interisland network, which will compete with Hawaiian Telcom.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Solving Hawaii’s Housing Crisis: More Homes Per Lot?
Housing is shaping up to be a much-debated issue this coming legislative session with ideas focusing on increasing urban density.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Economists To Lawmakers: Help Diversify Beyond Tourism
Growing Hawaii’s economy is a critical issue that should not be ignored, notwithstanding the problems facing Maui, economists say.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Alaska Airlines To Buy Hawaiian Airlines In $1.9 Billion Deal
The two airlines said the agreement would give consumers greater choice and set the foundation for growth.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Japanese Travelers Are Steering Clear Of Hawaii
Once Hawaii’s top international tourist market, Japanese visitors are staying away from the islands amid inflated prices and a weak yen
Madeleine List/Civil Beat/2023
Rents Could Double For Some Ewa Beach Tenants In Affordable Housing Complex
Section 8 tenants of Villages of Moe’e Ku fear they could be forced from their homes if proposed rent increases go through.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
UH Economists Give ‘Initial Take’ On Maui’s Long Road To Recovery
Housing and labor shortages are top concerns when the rebuilding phase begins.