Honolulu

These Historic Oʻahu Homes Pay Practically No Property Tax Hikari Mae Hida/Civil Beat/2026

These Historic Oʻahu Homes Pay Practically No Property Tax

Honolulu homes valued in the millions are getting a major tax break. One City Council member says the program is being abused.

Honolulu Councilman Can’t Seek Third Term In Heated Primary, Judge Says Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026

Honolulu Councilman Can’t Seek Third Term In Heated Primary, Judge Says

It’s unclear what this means for voters who have already voted for Tommy Waters in the primary election.

Facing A Competitive Reelection, Honolulu Council Chair Pitches Tax Breaks Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026

Facing A Competitive Reelection, Honolulu Council Chair Pitches Tax Breaks

The Blangiardi administration is concerned about a significant hit to city revenue.

Honolulu Cut Speed Limits By Schools But Didn’t Change The Signs Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026

Honolulu Cut Speed Limits By Schools But Didn’t Change The Signs

The speed limit on Oʻahu school zones is 20 miles per hour. You wouldn’t know it by driving by.

Empty Homes Tax: Oʻahu Voters​​ Blocked From Weighing In Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026

Empty Homes Tax: Oʻahu Voters​​ Blocked From Weighing In

The decision may mark the end of a protracted battle over how to handle the island’s thousands of empty homes in the midst of a severe housing crisis.

Candidate Q&A: State House District 43 — Kanani Souza

Candidate Q&A: State House District 43 — Kanani Souza

“Emergency preparedness and transportation infrastructure will remain priorities, especially additional access in and out of Makakilo.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 49 – ‘Ale Rodas

Candidate Q&A: State House District 49 – ‘Ale Rodas

“After nearly 20 years as an educator, I can’t ignore Castle High School’s low proficiency rates. This is not a failure of teachers or students, but a sign that we need better support, priorities, and accountability.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 42 — Anthony Makana Paris

Candidate Q&A: State House District 42 — Anthony Makana Paris

“Position Hawaiʻi as the Pacific’s data hub with responsibly sited, well‑operated data centers and fiber optic cables to Asia, Americas and Oceania.”

Candidate Q&A: State Senate District 17 – Nani Brown

Candidate Q&A: State Senate District 17 – Nani Brown

“The most extractive businesses should be footing the bill for the damage they are causing to our land through taxes as a moral obligation.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 37 — Trish La Chica

Candidate Q&A: State House District 37 — Trish La Chica

“I’m raising my family in this community, so every decision I make is personal.”