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Insurance claims top $3.29B from Maui wildfires

HONOLULU — A breakdown of insurance data for the Maui wildfires shows more than 10,033 claims representing an estimated $3.29 billion-plus in losses. Some $2.34…

Flying ants on the rise this summer

HILO, Hawai‘i — The summer weather may be bugging more Hilo residents than usual this year as ants take to the sky in swarms. After…

More initiatives for upgrades around Waikiki

HONOLULU — Over $11 million allocated for sand replenishment and other improvements to the Waikiki Beach area lapsed June 30, but the Legislature plans to…

Hawaiian Electric details power shutoff program

HONOLULU — A top Hawaiian Electric Co. official says the company’s wildfire notification and mitigation efforts are moving forward on several fronts “to give people…

New bill would nix building permit affidavits

HONOLULU — Among the many requirements to obtain a city-issued building permit, applicants must submit a sworn statement declaring they have no outstanding fines or…