Last Major Hurricane to Slam Big Island of Hawaii May Have Been 1871
National Weather Service history recounts the Kohala Cyclone.
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Worried About Hurricanes Iselle and Julio? Here’s How Forecasting has Improved Since Hurricane Iniki
Weather forecasting has come a long way since Hurricane Iniki devastated Kauai 22 years ago. These days we can tell what’s coming more accurately and much farther in advance.
What’s Closed or Canceled in Honolulu Due to Hurricanes Julio and Iselle
City suspends bus services and organizers cancel events as Hurricanes Iselle and Julio approach the Islands. Here’s a list of all the cancelations and closures in Honolulu.
18 Things That Are Sold Out at Honolulu’s Downtown Walmart Thanks to Hurricanes Iselle and Julio
Here’s a list of 18 hot items that are nearly sold out at Walmart.
Your Grocery List for Hurricane Season
The City & County of Honolulu has put together a list of things you should keep in your home—just in case.
Hawaii Braces for Hurricanes Iselle and Julio: How to Prepare for a Hurricane 101
On Aug. 5, Honolulu County’s Department of Emergency Management spokesman John Cummings educated Waikiki residents on how to prepare for a direct hit from a hurricane.
Calling All Hawaii Voters: Last Chance to Cast Your Ballot Early
Avoid the lines and potential stormy weather on primary day by voting early.
What People are Saying About Hurricane Iselle, Tropical Storm Julio on Twitter
What happens when a hurricane is headed our way? Hawaii residents dash to Costco, Walmart and Safeway to stock up on goods, then tweet about it.
Do Endorsements Hurt or Help Hawaii Political Candidates?
How relevant are endorsements?
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.
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Honolulu Magazine associate editor Ronna Bolante goes to Moanalua High School for a week, to go to classes, to meet the teachers and espcially the students.
Four local families talk about the price of paradise—and whether they’re willing to pay it any longer. Also, check out some eye-opening stats on the cost of living in the Islands.