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Breezy east‑northeast trades will bring gusts up to 24 mph and a Small Craft Advisory through Friday; isolated windward showers possible. Highs near 86°F.
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The Ritz‑Carlton Residences, Waikīkī Beach is partnering with Parisian pâtisserie Ladurée for a holiday pop‑up and an exclusive in‑suite tea experience — Ladurée’s first presence in Hawaiʻi.
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A water‑plant failure on Oahu knocked barracks chillers offline, leaving thousands of soldiers without central air conditioning while crews work on deep‑well pump repairs.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Gov. Josh Green signed SB2999, directing HDOT to set a clean fuel standard that will reward low‑carbon fuels and target steep carbon‑intensity cuts for transportation.
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Ocean Dim Sum at 1150 Bishop St. was briefly closed after DOH found a removed handwashing sink and unlabeled foods; a July 15 follow-up inspection cleared the violations.
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Honolulu prosecutors say a year‑long review found the use of deadly force in a Mākaha confrontation justified and that no criminal charges will be filed.
Politics & Govt in ...
Budget committee advanced Bill 47 to cut Honolulu's vehicle‑weight fee; city staff warn the change could cost $20–30M and require costly registration‑system upgrades.
Ten Seconds opened a walk‑up express at Pineapple County on Lewers Street, serving its ten‑topping Yunnan rice‑noodle bowls and quick counter service. The menu mirrors the Pearlridge lineup with small plates and dim‑sum options.
An Oʻahu after‑action report finds 92% of evacuation driving was unnecessary and urges vertical evacuation, clearer maps and more staff in the EOC.
A teen was arrested Tuesday in connection with a violent May 22 Kakaako robbery that left a 22‑year‑old hurt. Honolulu police say three other suspects remain wanted.
Aliʻi Coffee Co. has opened at Ala Moana Center, keeping its menu and in-house roasting while expanding to evening hours. The move follows recent Ward Centre and downtown closures.
Mostly clear and muggy this morning with spotty windward showers; highs near 86°F and breezy east‑northeast trades through the weekend.
HART is moving crews into Kakaʻako’s Halekauwila corridor, bringing potholing, tree work and intermittent lane closures as the Kaʻākaukukui station is prepared. A community briefing is set for Wednesday evening.
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