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Honolulu bought land across from Shark's Cove for about $24.6M to build a North Shore first‑responder hub that will colocate lifeguards and an ambulance unit.
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Standing water and slide debris left multiple stretches of Kamehameha Highway blocked on Oʻahu Friday morning, with crews on scene to clear the corridor.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A handful of mega land sales pushed Hawaii’s 2025 investment volume to roughly $2.96 billion, concentrating ownership of iconic resort parcels. The moves reshape who controls Waikīkī beachfront and what comes next.
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HNL Alert: Flood Advisory issued for Oʻahu on March 20 warned of minor flooding on some roads and streams. Officials urged motorists to avoid flooded areas.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
The Blood Bank of Hawaii opened its new Kapolei headquarters — the Clarence T.C. Ching Building — a 19,000‑sq‑ft hub for processing, rare‑blood storage and training.
HNL Alert warns of dangerous flash flooding across Oʻahu; officials urge residents to move to higher ground and avoid flooded roads. Monitor official updates.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Honolulu police are searching for two women after an alleged armed robbery in Ko Olina. Investigators say the suspects fled in a white Acura and the victim was treated on scene.
Hawaii officials say there is no tsunami threat after a magnitude‑7.0 quake near the South Shetland Islands. State and federal agencies say they are monitoring conditions.
Food & Drinks in ...
Aloha Greek has opened a frozen‑yogurt counter at the Outrigger Waikīkī Paradise Hotel, serving frozen yogurt and shave ice to hotel guests and beachgoers.
Honolulu Freight Services has centralized its Oʻahu operations into a renovated Kalihi headquarters, converting the former Love's Bakery into a 92,400‑sq‑ft logistics hub after a roughly $32M consolidation.
Ace Rent A Car’s Maui arm has stopped operating at Kahului Airport; the state’s consumer office says bookings may not be honored and urges travelers to seek refunds and file complaints.
Community & Society in ...
The Hawaiian Council announced the 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention will be at Neal S. Blaisdell Center July 21–25, returning to Oʻahu after a four‑year gap.
A man armed with a butcher knife demanded cash at a Kalihi store early Thursday and fled when customers entered; police say no one was hurt. Investigators are asking for tips.
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