March 19, 2026
A stack of bills under consideration by lawmakers would increase taxes or impose new levies on cars, liquor, real estate, capital gains and more.
March 19, 2026
Paid family leave supports employees, but new bills could create financial and operational strain for Hawaii businesses.
March 18, 2026
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.
March 17, 2026
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.
March 16, 2026
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
March 14, 2026
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.
March 7, 2026
Hawaii faces an urgent need to diversify its economy beyond tourism
March 6, 2026
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.