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Former HART Interim Director Krishniah Murthy Dies
The longtime transit official was hired in 2016 to help guide Oahu’s rail project through an especially rocky period.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Could Hawaii’s Fossil Fuel-Powered Cars Soon Be A Relic Of The Past?
The electric vehicle market is growing and state leaders want to help phase out gas-powered cars. Local auto dealers say they’re moving too fast.
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Judge’s Ruling Gives Hawaii A Big Win In Kakaako Roads Dispute
It’s not clear whether the private company that claims ownership of those roads will appeal the decision.
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Proposed Tourist Tax Could Help Hawaii Deal With Climate Change Impacts
Legislative leaders want to bump up taxes that could be assessed on the kinds of things sought by higher-spending tourists and travelers.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Hawaii Rep. Ed Case Tries Again To Rein In Helicopter Tour And Skydiving Operations
Noise and safety are at issue in federal legislation the congressman is still pursuing.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Here’s Why You Can’t Judge Honolulu’s Bike-Share Program On Public Costs Alone
With a new city audit out there’s plenty of talk about the bike-share’s costs. What’s missing is a similar examination of its community benefits.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Driver For TheBus Dies Due To COVID-19
Oahu transit leaders described the driver as an “excellent employee” and “very dependable.”
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
City Pushes Rail’s Opening To 2033, Price Tag Soars To $11 Billion
The mayor is pleading with the FTA to extend the deadline to avoid losing $250 million in federal money.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
City Strives To Keep Transit Safe As More Bus Drivers Test Positive For COVID-19
Most of the drivers’ positive tests were attributed to factors outside of work. Three drivers, however, have filed workers’ compensation claims.
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City’s Transportation Director Steps Down Early
Fryzstacki also served on the HART board and had to deal with rail’s utility-relocation approvals.