KHON2 News, Living 808: The role of Pohakuloa in Hawaiʻi’s emergency preparedness
From responding to severe storms to supporting communities in crisis, Hawaiʻi’s first responders rely on preparation that starts long before emergencies happen. KHON2’s Jodi Leong traveled to Hawaiʻi Island to take a closer look at how that training comes to life at Pohakuloa Training Area, and how it plays a vital role in keeping our islands safe.
Civil Beat: ‘Very Scary’ Stack Of Bills Seek To Boost Taxes On Lots Of Stuff In Hawaii
A stack of bills under consideration by lawmakers would increase taxes or impose new levies on cars, liquor, real estate, capital gains and more.
Chamber Insights: Paid Family Leave Proposals Pose Challenges for Hawaii Businesses
Paid family leave supports employees, but new bills could create financial and operational strain for Hawaii businesses.
MidWeek: Hot Shots, Chamber Awards Grant to Nonprofit
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, as trustee of the Public Health Fund, has awarded $50,000 to Family Promise of Hawaii, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending family homelessness across Oahu.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Storm caused millions in lost sales, bookings, revenue
The weekend storm that brought a catastrophic downpour to the state also caused a dent in tourist revenue of at least $35 million to $40 million, according to the Hawaii Hotel Alliance.
Hoodline: Honolulu hotel summit puts heat on Hawaii military land leases
Business leaders, community organizers and top military brass are set to huddle Monday at the Ala Moana Hotel in Honolulu for a full-day summit on military land use across the islands. The gathering will bring military departments face to face with Hawaii-based chambers of commerce and planning groups for plenary talks and island-specific breakout sessions
Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Organizations plan Hawaii land use discussion
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii’s Military Affairs Council is joining with the Hawaii Island Economic Development Board, Hawaii Leeward Planning Conference and Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce in sponsoring a discussion on military land use in Hawaii.
SFGate: As visitors to Hawaii decline, risks abound
Hawaii faces an urgent need to diversify its economy beyond tourism
KHON2 News, Living 808: Hawaii National Guard: Beyond the Uniform
When emergencies hit our islands, the Hawaii Army National Guard is often among the first to step in and help. From wildfires to floods and volcanic activity, these service members play a vital role in protecting Hawaiʻi, and today on Living808, we took a closer look at the people behind the uniforms and the deep connection they have to the communities they serve.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Digital signs sought for stadium zone
Outdoor digital advertising screens would still be prohibited in Waikiki, but could soon become a part of the New Aloha Stadium district, two key Senate committees decided this week.