Kokua Line: Who is eligible for homeless airfare?
Question: Regarding Oahu’s growing homeless population, we often hear about a program that flies people back to the mainland. Read more
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Kokua Line: Where can I get a state ID?
Question: Can I get a state ID at a satellite city hall since there’s no testing involved? Read more
Kokua Line: Can I add shaka to regular license plate?
Question: Regarding the shaka license plate decal, where would we put this? There’s no room on a regular plate. Read more
Kokua Line: Is it OK to reuse graduation lei for Memorial Day?
Question: Regarding donating lei for Memorial Day ceremonies (808ne.ws/514kline), is it OK to give graduation lei if the flowers are still fresh? Read more
Kokua Line: Why is IRS freezing so many tax refunds?
Thousands of dubious income tax returns claiming the Fuel Tax Credit, the Sick and Family Leave Credit or Household Employment taxes have been filed, the IRS says. Read more
Kokua Line: How many homeless are new to Oahu?
Since 2015 the percentage of Oahu’s homeless population that is unsheltered has increased steadily (to 62% from 40%), while the percentage that is sheltered has decreased (to 38% from 60%). Read more
Kokua Line: Do jaywalkers in Hawaii even get tickets?
Thousands of people in Hawaii are ticketed each year, at rates higher than other states, according to a report by the Hawai‘i Appleseed Center for Law & Economic Justice. Read more
Kokua Line: Is jaywalking legal now?
Question: Auwe! After exiting Kalanianaole Highway I was turning left onto Kilauea Avenue near Kahala Mall. I had the light, and there was a man standing on the median, seemingly waiting until it was his time to cross. Read more
Kokua Line: How can I help with Memorial Day lei?
Question: Regarding memorial flowers for the national cemetery, where and when can we drop off flowers, lei or ti leaf for the annual lei draping? If we sew a lei, how long must it be? Read more
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Kokua Line: How long for viaduct roadwork?
Question: How long will the roadwork take on the viaduct? Will the ramp be closed? Read more
Kokua Line: Why is IRS questioning my identity?
Question: I received an IRS inquiry form via U.S. mail. They want to know whether I am me. Is this for real? It has to do with the 2023 tax-year filing. Read more
Kokua Line: How is rail ridership holding up?
Question: It’s been almost a year since the rail started running. Is ridership holding up to the hype of the early days? Read more
Kokua Line: When will Maili bridge be done?
Question: In 2023 the state said the bridge in Maili would be done by June. That’s next month, and it’s obvious that’s not going to happen. Read more
Kokua Line: Does HPD ticket for expired safety checks?
Question: Are vehicle owners not being cited for expired safety check stickers anymore? In the past few days I have seen expired safety check stickers with these month/year expiration dates: 03/21, 01/23, 03/23, 08/23, 10/23 and 12/23. And whose job is it to cite these drivers? Read more
Kokua Line: Is trading OK on 3-cart garbage routes?
If a household needs an extra cart, they can request one for free, within certain parameters. Read more
Kokua Line: Does doctor need to reapply for HELP grant?
The online application for the Healthcare Education Loan Repayment Program is open now. Read more
Kokua Line: Is leashed dog truly not allowed in park?
Most of Oahu’s regular city parks (as opposed to designated dog parks) don’t allow dogs, even on leashes, except for special, permitted events. Of course, this rule is frequently broken. Read more
Kokua Line: When is last day to claim 2020 tax refund?
While taxpayers have a three-year deadline after filing to make corrections or claim refunds, the IRS has 10 years to collect from them for any tax due. Read more
Kokua Line: Does Kaiser data breach affect Hawaii patients?
Information about current and former members throughout Kaiser Permanente’s multistate health care system was exposed to third-party vendors via online trackers. Read more
Kokua Line: Should I return Venmo payment from stranger?
Venmo is meant to be used among friends settling up group bills, for example, so any payment from a stranger who then wants the money back raises red flags. Read more
Kokua Line: Can I ignore letter from Census Bureau?
Question: I received a letter claiming to be from the U.S. Census Bureau notifying me that my participation in an “important survey … is essential.” Read more
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