HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu continues to closely monitor Hurricane Lowell as the powerful storm moves across the Central Pacific, while reminding Oʻahu residents to stay aware of the forecast and use the next several days to prepare. As of 5 …
HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is closely monitoring Hurricane Lowell, which rapidly intensified into a Category 5 hurricane Wednesday, and is urging Oʻahu residents to remain vigilant and use the next several days to prepare. As of 11 a.m. …
HONOLULU — City and County of Honolulu offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, to observe the Labor Day holiday. The holiday schedule for the City and County of Honolulu operations is as follows: Emergency medical services, fire, lifeguard, medical …
This is a digital version of Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s newsletter for September 2026. You can also view the PDF version of the newsletter here. For days, the City and County of Honolulu prepared for Tropical Storm Lala. As the storm approached, City …
WAIKĪKĪ — The Honolulu Zoo is pleased to announce the re-opening of the African penguin and hippopotamus exhibits following significant upgrades. The improvements were commemorated today with a blessing, performances, and lei untying, while students from …
HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Transportation Services (DTS) reminds Oʻahu residents that Skyline is a strong and reliable option for commuters during periods of heavy congestion, unexpected roadway disruptions, and the back-to- …
HONOLULU — Originally launched as a pilot program, the Mental Health 3 (MH-3) initiative is now permanent and expanding across Oʻahu. This program brings together the Honolulu Police Department (HPD), Community Outreach Response and Engagement (CORE) teams …
HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is closely monitoring three active tropical systems across the Pacific, including rapidly strengthening Hurricane Lowell, and is reminding residents to remain prepared as Hawaiʻi enters the final three months of …
HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu successfully sold $195.1 million in General Obligation Bonds on August 12, 2026, generating strong investor demand and securing more than $4.3 million in debt service savings. Proceeds from the bond sale will help …
HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is closely monitoring three active tropical systems across the Pacific and is reminding residents to remain prepared as Hawaiʻi enters the final three months of hurricane season. As of 5 a.m. Tuesday, Hurricane …
HONOLULU — Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is accepting applications for EMT Academy 9, offering an opportunity for qualified applicants to begin a rewarding career serving the residents and visitors of O’ahu. The application period opens Sunday …
Additional electric, grass work still pending before reconstruction project is completely finished Hula and mele performed at the opening blessing for the Pahinui Pavilion at Waimānalo Beach Park on August 28, 2026 Mele, hula, and sentiments of mahalo …
Pursuant to the Revised Charter of the City and County of Honolulu 1973 (2017 Edition), Section 6‑1803, the Director of the Department of Housing and Land Management is to conduct a public hearing to determine whether a transaction or activity relating to …
On this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about the cleanup and recovery following Tropical Storm Lala, the Youth Climate Action Fund, and Jason White as next Honolulu Liquor Commission …
HONOLULU– A new tool that could help Hawaiʻi communities treat wastewater, offer an affordable alternative for cesspool conversion, and provide uninterrupted connectivity in emergency situations was showcased at the Wahiawā Wastewater Treatment Plant …
HONOLULU – Waipahu Street Arch Bridge has fully reopened to traffic in both directions following the completion of critical repairs to reinforce the bridge’s foundations, which were undermined during the Kona Low storm in March 2026. While the bridge is …
HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) invites the public to a series of community meetings beginning September 2 to discuss the Integrated Plan, which will guide the future of the city’s wastewater and …
Our Clean Water and Natural Lands (CWNL) team joined the Honolulu City Council Committee on Energy, Environment and Sustainability on August 25 to provide an informational briefing on the City’s ongoing land conservation efforts, with a focus on …
Stay Open Oʻahu is a free disaster resilience program connecting local small businesses with the resources and support they need to prepare for disruptions and recover more quickly. HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu has launched Stay Open Oʻahu …