At the Waianae Coast Neighborhood Board No. 24 meeting, attendees observed speaking protocols; heard reports from HFD, HPD, Ocean Safety, BWS, and the U.S. Army; discussed and ultimately rejected adding the Pledge of Allegiance; approved minutes and a Prince Kūhiō mural; reviewed proposals for Kupuna housing; addressed community concerns and trespassing issues; and announced upcoming meetings and initiatives.

In a wide-ranging session, the Waikīkī Neighborhood Board reviewed police and fire statistics, addressed bus route and homelessness concerns, passed resolutions on crisis intervention and recidivism reduction, heard city and legislative updates, supported new affordable housing proposals, and concluded with holiday announcements before adjourning until January.

This article explores new scientific evidence revealing that parts of Waikīkī and south shore Oʻahu are sinking up to 25mm per year—far faster than previously understood. It examines the causes, amplifies flood risk projections, and outlines the serious implications for infrastructure, insurance, property values, and government policy.

Parsing HCDA's 2025 filings to map Kaka'ako and Stadium-area condo supply through 2028, with timing, unit mix, and pricing stress-tests vs absorption.

A comprehensive look at the planned Ala Wai pedestrian and bicycle bridge connecting Waikiki to McCully-Moiliili, including its history, design evolution, community concerns, and timeline to completion.