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Hawai‘i DOT plans traffic emergency zone on Kalaniana‘ole Highway

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) plans to declare a traffic emergency zone on Kalaniana‘ole Highway, Route 72, between Lānaʻi Lookout and Hālona Lookout.

By Aloha State News | Feb 20, 2025

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Hawai'i DOT schedules virtual meetings for land transportation plan updates

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has announced virtual public meetings to discuss updates to the Regional Long-Range Land Transportation Plans for Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Island.

By Aloha State News | Feb 19, 2025

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Modular homes for wildfire survivors en route to Lahaina this week

By Aloha State News | Feb 18, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced potential traffic delays due to the transportation of modular homes for wildfire survivors from Kahului to Lahaina.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Hawaii employers classified under the Manufacturing industry during 2024?

By Aloha State News | Feb 17, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in Hawaii, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Traffic advisory issued for Kūhiō Highway near Big Save Kapaʻa

By Aloha State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced a temporary single lane closure on Kūhiō Highway at the Big Save Kapaʻa intersection.

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Hawai‘i DOT proposes amendments to transportation improvement program for fiscal years 2025-2028

By Aloha State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced proposed amendments to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for Federal Fiscal Years 2025 to 2028.

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Hawai‘i raises $849M through historic bond issuance for airport upgrades

By Aloha State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced a successful bond issuance by the state’s Airports System, raising $849 million.

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Night lane closures scheduled for paving work on Ka‘ahumanu Ave

By Aloha State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced night lane closures on Kaʻahumanu Avenue for paving work related to the Maui Palms Hampton Inn project.

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Live fire exercises scheduled at Kona and Hilo airports next week

By Aloha State News | Feb 7, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced that live fire training exercises will take place at the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole and the Hilo International Airport.

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Hawaiʻi DOT begins night work on Farrington Highway for safety improvements

By Aloha State News | Feb 7, 2025

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced the start of night work on Farrington Highway, extending from Nānākuli to Kapolei.

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Modular homes for wildfire survivors prompt traffic alerts in Hawaii

By Aloha State News | Feb 6, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced potential traffic delays as modular homes are transported to aid wildfire survivors in Lahaina.

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Hawai‘i DOT announces traffic delays due to highway lane closures

By Aloha State News | Feb 6, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced potential traffic delays due to lane closures at the intersection of Honoapiʻilani Highway (Route 30) and Kapunakea Street in Lahaina.

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Hawaii experiences lower inflation rate than national average as of December 2024

By Aloha State News | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Hawaii experienced a 20.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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Kūhiō Highway single-lane closure begins February 11 for slope stabilization

By Aloha State News | Feb 5, 2025

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced a 24/7 single-lane closure on Kūhiō Highway, Route 560, between the Waikoko Bridge and the Lumahaʻi Trailhead near mile post 4.7.

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Hawai'i Airports System receives upgraded bond rating from Moody's

By Aloha State News | Feb 4, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced an upgrade in the bond rating for the state Airports System by Moody’s Investors Service.

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Hawaii DOT plans new speed table installation for enhanced roadway safety

By Aloha State News | Feb 3, 2025

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) is set to install a speed table at the intersection of Māmalahoa Highway and Kaʻiminani Drive.

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Kalaniana'ole Highway closed for sinkhole repair; no detours available

By Aloha State News | Feb 1, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced a full closure of Kalaniana‘ole Highway (Route 72) between Kealahou Street and the Makai Research Pier on Sunday, February 2, from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. This closure is necessary to repair a...

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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.

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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.

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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.