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Traffic delays expected on Piʻilani Highway due to paving work

By Aloha State News | Jan 31, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced potential traffic delays on Piʻilani Highway, starting Monday, February 3.

Honolulu sees significant rise in retail egg prices over three years

By Aloha State News | Jan 30, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has released new data comparing retail egg prices in Honolulu from December 2021 to 2024.

Hawai‘i prepares for cold front with comprehensive safety measures

By Aloha State News | Jan 29, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has initiated several measures in anticipation of a low-pressure system expected to impact the Hawaiian Islands from tonight into Friday.

Hawai'i officials urge increased biosecurity amid avian flu concerns

By Aloha State News | Jan 17, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) Animal Industry Division is urging poultry operations and bird owners to enhance biosecurity measures against avian influenza.

Hawaii comments on rise in small business optimism

By Aloha State News | Jan 14, 2025

The latest Small Business Optimism Index from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) suggests a positive shift in small business sentiment.

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2023: Hawaii ranks 44th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $1,106,000

By Aloha State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Hawaii received $1,106,000 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 44th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

Hawaii sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Aloha State News | Jan 6, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $859 million in individual income tax revenue for Hawaii, a 21.9% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Analysis: Hawaii one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Aloha State News | Jan 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Aloha State News shows that Hawaii is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.