Rick Blangiardi was sworn in Saturday as the chief executive officer of the City and County of Honolulu.
But Hanabusa and Amemiya are tied for second and will likely force a runoff in November.
Bill 60 was signed into law by Mayor Kirk Caldwell on June 4.
Accused workers are presumed innocent, but some question whether they should continue to be paid as months turn into years.
The former congresswoman says her federal and state experience is critical in the wake of COVID-19.
The mayor wants to keep the trail open without bothering the neighbors.
The former Hawaii News Now general manager is making his pitch to be mayor of Honolulu.
The deal drew a mixed reaction when it was unveiled at the Waimanalo Neighborhood Board meeting.
It’s still not clear who will run the island’s last remaining public equestrian center long-term — or whether they’ll even stay in existence.