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Mayor appoints Steven Young as Deputy Director of the Department of Planning and Permitting HONOLULU — Mayor Rick Blangiardi announced Wednesday...

Everyone is invited to show their “Pride in Paradise” as the beloved Talk Story Festival returns to the Mission Memorial...

Kaleimaʻo Village is a new affordable rental community located in ʻEwa Beach, Hawaii. The project will include 126 available units...

The City and County of Honolulu Department of Housing and Land Management is excited to announce the launch of CWNL.org,...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu Department of Environmental Services (ENV) responded to a force main break in...

Mayor Blangiardi talks about the cleanup following Hurricane Lowell, the new deputy chiefs at HPD, and celebrating his 80th birthday.

The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) has made permanent changes to park closure hours...

HONOLULU —Renewing a vehicle registration just got easier for Kailua residents. The City and County of Honolulu has opened a...

HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu is encouraging homeowners without a home exemption, to file for one with...

O‘AHU — Ala Moana Regional Park is fully open as of 6:45 a.m. today, Thursday, Sept. 10, following extensive cleanup...

HONOLULU– The City and County of Honolulu Department of Environmental Services (ENV) is urging the public to attend the final...

HONOLULU – On the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Mayor Rick Blangiardi announced today that the...

Ala Moana Regional Park Ala Moana Regional Beach  Park following impacts from Hurricane Lowell O‘AHU– The ‘Āina Moana (Magic Island)...

HONOLULU — After two significant tropical weather threats in just a few weeks, the City and County of Honolulu is...

DFM will partially close lanes on Waimanu Street, Kawaiaha‘o Street, and Ilaniwai Street beginning Monday, September 14, 2026.

City crews spent Tuesday assessing roadways, parks, facilities, and other infrastructure, clearing debris and addressing storm-related impacts.

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu will resume normal government operations on Wednesday, September 9, following Tuesday’s closure...

Ala Moana Regional Beach Park following impacts from Hurricane Lowell HONOLULU – Ala Moana Regional Park will remain closed until...

Legendary rock band Journey is set to take the stage at the Neal S. Blaisdell Arena for tonight’s third and...

HONOLULU – Oʻahu appears to have been spared the worst of Hurricane Lowell overnight, and the City and County of...

As of 8 a.m. Tuesday, Hurricane Lowell was approximately 245 miles northwest of Honolulu and was moving north at 18...

HONOLULU —The City and County of Honolulu continues to closely monitor Hurricane Lowell as it begins move north, away from...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu Department of Enterprise Services (DES) announced that the Honolulu Zoo and all...

With the worst conditions from Hurricane Lowell expected on Oʻahu overnight, Mayor Rick Blangiardi has ordered the closure of all...

The City and County of Honolulu continues to coordinate preparedness and response efforts across Oʻahu as Hurricane Lowell moves closer...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will be suspending all permitted camping...

HONOLULU — As Oʻahu prepares for the potential impacts from Tropical Storm Lowell, the City and County of Honolulu announced...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is urging residents to complete preparations and remain weather-aware this afternoon as...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is urging North Shore residents to complete storm preparations as the National...

HONOLULU – As Oʻahu heads into the Labor Day weekend, the City and County of Honolulu continues to closely monitor...

HONOLULU– The City and County of Honolulu Department of Environmental Services (ENV) is providing additional details on four wastewater spills...

Meet the newest members of the DHLM team and catch up on the latest projects, programs and updates happening across...

HONOLULU – The forecast for Hurricane Lowell continues to trend in a more encouraging direction for Oʻahu, with the powerful...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu continues to closely monitor Hurricane Lowell as the powerful storm moves south...

The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) and Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) celebrated the...

HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) and Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) celebrated...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu continues to closely monitor Hurricane Lowell as the powerful storm moves south...

Director Babcock (ENV) talks about removing green waste following Tropical Storm Lala and opportunities to reduce your sewer bill.

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu continues to closely monitor Hurricane Lowell as the powerful storm moves across...

HONOLULU–The Department of Environmental Services (ENV) will smoke test portions of the wastewater collection system between Sept. 7, 2026 to...

weathering lala This is a digital version of Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s newsletter for September 2026. You can also view the...

HONOLULU — City and County of Honolulu offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, to observe the Labor Day...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is closely monitoring Hurricane Lowell, which rapidly intensified into a Category 5...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is closely monitoring three active tropical systems across the Pacific, including rapidly...

Since its launch, the program has assisted 150 individuals and is now in every police district on O'ahu.

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Transportation Services (DTS) reminds Oʻahu residents that Skyline is a...

The improvements were commemorated today with a blessing, performances, and lei untying.

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is closely monitoring three active tropical systems across the Pacific and is...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu successfully sold $195.1 million in General Obligation Bonds on August 12, 2026,...

Mele, hula, and sentiments of mahalo filled the air at Waimānalo Beach Park today, August 28, 2026, as the Pahinui...

HONOLULU — Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is accepting applications for EMT Academy 9, offering an opportunity for qualified applicants...

Proposed Transactions: A 75-year ground lease, easements, and a real estate development agreement for the design, financing, construction, and operation...

Mayor Blangiardi talks about Tropical Storm Lala, the Youth Climate Action Fund, and Jason White as next Honolulu Liquor Administrator.

HONOLULU– The City and County of Honolulu Department of Environmental Services (ENV) invites the public to a series of community...

HONOLULU– A new tool that could help Hawaiʻi communities treat wastewater, offer an affordable alternative for cesspool conversion, and provide...

New lane striping has been installed on the bridge. Protective barriers will remain in place through the project’s final stages....

ENV invites the public to a series of community meetings beginning September 2 to discuss the Integrated Plan.

The presentation highlighted the CWNL program’s growing portfolio of protected lands, partnerships with agricultural and conservation organizations, and efforts to...

Stay Open Oʻahu is a free disaster resilience program connecting local small businesses with the resources and support they need...

The City operates 221 ball diamonds and 129 play fields around O‘ahu. With the island's ideal weather conditions creating an...

Jason K. White selected as the next Honolulu Liquor Control Administrator HONOLULU – The Honolulu Liquor Commission voted today to...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is partnering with Hawaiʻi Foodbank and community organizations to provide additional food...

HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu is proud to announce two new initiatives honoring Purple Heart recipients and...

Courtesy: The Department of Planning and Permitting HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Transportation Services (DTS),...

The National Weather Service says potential impacts to the state are possible from late Saturday through late Monday.

HOSD Chief Kurt Lager talks about the challenges of Hurricane Lala, a new headquarters, and winning the 2026 Jr. Lifeguard...

The City and County of Honolulu has repurposed Oneoahu.org to connect residents with resources and information in the wake of...

The latest updates, responses, and impacts from Tropical Storm Lala as it impacted O‘ahu in August 2026.

HONOLULU — Even as the City and County of Honolulu continues recovery operations following Tropical Storm Lala, emergency officials are...

City conducting residential damage assessments following Tropical Storm Lala The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Planning and Permitting...

HONOLULU — City and County of Honolulu offices will be closed on Friday, August 21, 2026, to observe the Statehood...

City waives permit fees, streamlines emergency repairs following Tropical Storm Lala HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of...

HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu has repurposed Oneoahu.org to connect residents with resources and information in the...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Customer Services has rescheduled their extended hours for driver’s license...

HONOLULU – The City’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) will offer additional curbside pick-up for residents to dispose of tree...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is resuming normal operations Tuesday, Aug. 18, as cleanup and recovery efforts...

More than two dozen DPP inspectors will visit affected properties to document storm-related damage and help determine the extent of...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is preparing to resume normal operations Tuesday, Aug. 18, as cleanup and...

HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) is taking steps to help Oʻahu...

Green waste accepted at Hawaiian Earth Recycling in Wahiawa HONOLULU — Following the closure of facilities due to Tropical Storm...

Swollen streams and muddy trail conditions are dangerous days after heavy rains have passed.

Mayor Blangiardi made the decision to reopen City offices and resume services Tuesday as conditions across Oʻahu continue to improve.

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) responded to two spills caused by a...

The City has concluded its storm shelter operations following Tropical Storm Lala. At the peak of operations, 247 people sought...

Areas including Waikīkī, ʻEwa Beach, and Waiʻanae are seeing heavier congestion and travel times due to non-functioning traffic signals.

HONOLULU – Following the closure of facilities due to Tropical Storm Lala, the City Department of Environmental Services (ENV) has...

As of 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, there are no weather watches, warnings, or advisories issued for O‘ahu.

HONOLULU — In response to the impacts of Hurricane Lala and to support ongoing response and recovery operations across Hawaiʻi,...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is transitioning toward cleanup and recovery operations Sunday afternoon after the National...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) is responding to a sewage spill in...

O‘AHU – To assist with restoring regular education operations to the eight State schools utilized as hurricane refuge areas, overnight...

HONOLULU – The National Weather Service has discontinued the Tropical Storm Warning for Oʻahu effective 2 p.m. Sunday as Tropical...

O‘AHU – The City and County of Honolulu is urging residents and visitors to remain safe and vigilant as the...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is urging residents and visitors to prepare to remain in a safe...

The Blaisdell Center announced the cancellation of today’s BIA Home Building & Remodeling Show in the Exhibition Hall due to...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Transportation Services (DTS) will resume TheBus service mid-morning Sunday, 8/16/2026...

Service restoration will commence at 8:00 a.m. and will require two hours or more for implementation.

As of 2 a.m. Sunday, the Honolulu Fire Department has responded to 123 weather-related incidents, including 58 downed trees, 39...

Due to high winds and rain DTS has temporarily suspended TheBus services to ensure the safety of passengers, operators, and...

HONOLULU – Due to high winds and rain across Oʻahu, the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Transportation Services...

HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Enterprise Services (DES) will temporarily suspend play at all municipal...

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu is urging residents and visitors to prepare to remain in a safe...