What Would Happen if a Category 4 Hurricane Hit Oahu?
On Kauai in 1992, it took four months to fully restore power, water and phone service after Iniki. What would it look like if such a hurricane hit Oahu?
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University of Hawaii at Manoa Students Stage Sit-in to Protest Firing of Chancellor Tom Apple
Here’s how it went down, in photos.
Gov. Abercrombie and Ige Unveil Dueling Plans for Hawaii’s Future
Compare state Sen. David Ige’s 11 points vs. Gov. Neil Abercrombie’s 16 issues.
We’re Pumped! Neglected Kakaako Pumping Station Gets T.L.C.
A historic but neglected local building finally gets a new tenant.
Hawaii Absentee Voting is Under Way—Both Walk-In and By Mail
Learn where and how to cast your primary election vote in Hawaii.
After Voting, Is It Wise to Post Your Election Ballot?
Congressional candidates may cross the line with pleas to prove your vote on social media.
Hawaii Political Fashion: Abercrombie vs. Ige
Forget substance vs. style. It’s all about the right shirt and hair.
Trail Mix: Gov. Neil Abercrombie Resurrects Yellow Cab in New TV Ad
Each week, HONOLULU Magazine’s political team compiles a mix of observations about Hawaii politics.
Hanabusa vs. Schatz Rematch: Play Senate Debate Bingo Again
Improve your viewing of the Hanabusa-Schatz face-off tonight by picking phrases that you expect to hear during the debate.
Afterthoughts: Brain Gain
Making the most of Hawaii’s ever-growing ex-pat network.
Play Debate Night Bingo: Schatz vs. Hanabusa Edition
We have a way to add a little fun to your debate night viewing.
Hawaii Democratic Candidates for Governor Sharpen Debate
The incumbent governor and leading state senate challenger met twice, more sparks the second time.
New Aiea Public Library Preserves Historic Sugar Mill Style
Aiea’s new public library was built on the site of a sugar mill. And it shows.
Hawaii’s Young Guns
Meet Honolulu’s new generation of gun owners.
Long Reads
From world-circling voyagers, a disease-hunting doctor and more, these seven shaped Hawai‘i in 2016.
After Jayson Harper graduated from Kaiser High School, he was eager to make his mark in New York. But soon, an encounter with police taught him instead to be invisible.