The Honolulu Salary Commission voted 5-1 this week in favor of increasing Mayor Rick Blangiardi's salary to $210,000 and councilmember salaries by 64% to $113,000. The council has the option to reject the commission's decision. HPR's Casey Harlow reports.
Government officials and nonprofits hosted a “Safety in Waikīkī” town hall last week. HPR’s Sabrina Bodon reports on efforts to mitigate crime and homelessness in the area.