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Lawmakers, the Homeless and the Media

Lawmakers, the Homeless and the Media

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Three intertwined constituencies, one intractable problem: A photo opportunity and a grasp at possible solutions to homelessness.
What Mayoral Election?

What Mayoral Election?

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En route to the city's first mayoral debate, casual conversation with bus riders suggests at least one thing you might have already guessed: Honolulu residents haven’t been following the race, such as it is.
Mayor’s Race: Five Men, One Job

Mayor’s Race: Five Men, One Job

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Five men participated in the first mayoral debate Friday, and five characters emerged: Kirk "The Engine" Caldwell, Peter "The Straight-Shooter" Carlisle, Donovan "The Dealmaker" Dela Cruz, Panos "The Pragmatist" Prevedouros and Rod "The Politician" Tam.
“Rail Is So Ridiculous”

“Rail Is So Ridiculous”

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Spend a few hours with the leading opponent of Honolulu's $5.5 billion elevated rail project and you'll hear why it's a waste of money, won't reduce congestion or be energy efficient. Cliff Slater says we should be looking for ways to speed up commutes.
Stalled River Street Housing Project May Be Dead

Stalled River Street Housing Project May Be Dead

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As the state government moves forward on Housing First projects and homeless shelters, the city's plan for 100 permanent rental units in Chinatown remains in limbo despite being proposed four years ago.

Rail Likely to Drive Another Mayoral Election

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The issue that defined Mayor Mufi Hannemann's campaigns and tenure still at center of race as five candidates vie for his office. Friday will be the first forum for debate among Kirk Caldwell, Peter Carlisle, Donovan Dela Cruz, Panos Prevedouros and Rod Tam.

UPDATE: ‘Major Breakthrough’ In Sewer Lawsuit

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Joe Damrell — formerly of Indianapolis, current address Kapiolani Park makai — seemed not to mind the media spotlight Tuesday…

Numbers Don’t Add Up at New Star-Advertiser

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Joe Damrell — formerly of Indianapolis, current address Kapiolani Park makai — seemed not to mind the media spotlight Tuesday…

Inaccurate “Correction” by Star-Advertiser

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Joe Damrell — formerly of Indianapolis, current address Kapiolani Park makai — seemed not to mind the media spotlight Tuesday…

What it Means to be a One-Newspaper Town

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Joe Damrell — formerly of Indianapolis, current address Kapiolani Park makai — seemed not to mind the media spotlight Tuesday…