Maui Mayor Richard Bissen Heads to California for National City Design Summit; Josiah Nishita Steps in as Acting Mayor
Mayor Richard Bissen of Maui is temporarily visiting California until March 22 to attend the 80th National Session of the Mayors’ Institute on City Design. Josiah Nishita will serve as acting mayor during his absence.
Governor Josh Green Secures Federal Support for University, Restores 442nd Combat Team Webpage
Governor Josh Green successfully advocated for the University of Hawai'i to retain federal funding amid a Title VI investigation and for the restoration of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team's honorific webpage.
Variable Weather and Advisory in Effect as Honolulu Anticipates Strong Trade Winds and Approaching Cold Front
Honolulu is set to experience varied weather, with strengthening easterly trade winds leading to stable conditions, before a weekend cooldown and a cold front bringing showers early next week.
Arson Confirmed in Waipahu Trailer Fire, Honolulu Fire Department Estimates $10,000 Loss
The Honolulu Fire Department determined a vehicle fire in Waipahu was arson, with a trailer on Farrington Highway engulfed in flames on March 11th. No injuries were reported, and losses are estimated at $10,000.