In a costly condemnation suit, the decision from the state’s highest court reversed a key lower court ruling that strongly favored the city and HART.

The City Council approved an effort to jump-start an existing fund, but it’s unclear where the money will come from.

City officials tried to play down the recent flaking and spalling along the train tracks. That only prompted more questions.

The damage was fixed but rail experts say it is “still a serious concern” and could indicate long-term issues.

The suit had sought at least $99 million from HART. Agency leaders say the agreement won’t impact rail’s overall price tag.

The agreement, which still needs City Council approval, would pave the way for the feds to provide another $125 million for further Skyline construction.

Under the agreement, the federal government would contribute slightly more than 17% of the cost of the rail line from Kapolei to downtown.

Relocating utilities along Dillingham Boulevard has been a complex problem from the start. The HART board is asking probing questions about the schedule.

Because the train stopped at a track crossing, other trains weren’t able to get around it.

No passengers were on board that driverless train, city officials say. They haven’t said what may have stalled it.