Here’s Which Ethnic Groups Make the Most Money in Hawai‘i
Some new data is surprising, but other data confirms what has long been known about Hawai‘i’s social and economic hierarchy.
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Mana Up’s Giveaway Celebrates the Unveiling of Its Cohort 7
One winner will receive a free collection of products from 11 Hawai‘i-based companies in the group.
Hawai‘i’s Public Schools Are Battered But Working to Recover
Steady gains by students have eroded after two years of upheaval. Can teachers, principals and $690 million in federal funding turn things around?
Can We Stop Illegal Fireworks from Entering Hawai‘i?
Tens of thousands of fireworks are smuggled in each year. While random searches of shipping containers would help, it won’t be easy or cheap.
Hawai‘i’s Building Permit Delays Top the Nation, Study Shows
A report by UH economists says building regulations here are the most onerous in the U.S., just as our home prices are the highest.
O‘ahu’s Mobility Hubs Will Make Ditching the Car More Attractive
Planned hubs near Pearlridge Center and Ala Moana Center will help people transfer between rail, buses, bikes and car services.
Locals Are Hawai‘i’s No. 1 Homebuyers, But …
Three-quarters of all single-family homes and condos sold last year were purchased by local residents, but that proportion was down – as was the proportion of dollars spent.
How and Why This Accumulus Executive Mentors
Founder and President Stacey Katakura says, “Don’t underestimate the power of just believing in somebody.”
With Fewer Houses for Sale, O‘ahu Condo Sales Boom
Realtors say that’s a normal part of the real estate cycle: Condo sales usually increase when fewer single-family homes are for sale.
Rising Interest Rates Affect Which Homes Local Buyers Bid On
Though mortgage rates remain low by historical standards, every tiny increase means that families qualify for smaller and smaller loans.
Maui Financial Opportunity Center Puts Affordable Housing Within Reach
Improving credit scores, managing debt, and increasing savings helps families become "home-purchase ready".
Authentically About Hawaiian Culture
KHON2's "Aloha Authentic" goes deep into the culture, making connections between ancient ways and modern times.
A Hawai‘i Quirk: You Own the Home But Not the Land
About 1 in 8 condos for sale on O‘ahu are leasehold. Many, including some prestigious properties, are declining in value as the end of their land leases near.
Need To Know: Food Security
Five local experts discussed the state's food system inadequacies and offered practical solutions for in-person and virtual attendees at our first event of the year.
Vaccine Resistance and Red Hill Crisis Share a Common Thread: “Social Weakness”
When people lack connection to the broader community, they can make poor decisions.
Affordable Walk-up Apartments Are Coming Back, Thanks to Honolulu’s Bill 7
Small landowners and developers can use exemptions and waivers to build new multistory rentals on small residential lots – and help ease the housing squeeze.
Here's How Affordable Housing Policies Have Impacted Hawai‘i's Housing Supply
This report on affordable housing policies by county governments and state agencies provides different perspectives on what works and what doesn’t – and what might work better.
Pusong Filipinx Showcases Millennial Entrepreneurs and Creatives
The roving market introduces Filipino-inspired products and food to a wider audience. Check out the next Bishop Museum event in April.
Here Are 5 Ways That Small Businesses Get Sued. Would Your Insurance Plan Protect You?
Without the right coverage, crashes, hacks and honest mistakes can leave you vulnerable.
Politics Can Be Like “a Street Brawl Outside a Bar”
David Louie recalls his time as the state’s top lawyer (2011-14) in the memoir, “From the Desk of the Attorney General.” Here are behind-the-scenes excerpts.
Digitally Exhausted? Well-Being Tips and Apps for Leaders Managing Hybrid Work
Hybrid work can quietly take a toll on your well-being. As the year winds down, consider three practices to create a healthy hybrid new year.
Helping Our Communities Flourish through the Arts
Hawaiʻi Craftsmen supports local artists to ensure the fine craft in Hawaiʻi continues.
How Covid Changed Restaurants in Hawai‘i
People inside the industry describe their struggles, innovations and hopes for the future.
Surveyed Business Executives Talk about Jobs, Wages, Profits and Prices
BOSS Survey looks at key factors in company performance – inside and outside the tourism industry.