AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGraduation Rush, Oʻahu: City and state leaders kicked off “Crush the 2026 Graduation Rush,” warning families to plan for heavy traffic and parking headaches around Blaisdell, Waikiki Shell, Stan Sheriff Center and campuses—plus extra pedestrian activity and venue-specific rules. Mental Health Response: Maui Police added 21 new Crisis Intervention Team members after a 40-hour certification, bringing the program to 324 trained participants statewide. Tourism Focus (Japan): Hawaiʻi DBEDT released a report urging a rebuild of Japanese visitor demand beyond Waikīkī, with Maui singled out as a place that could benefit. Local Culture & Community: The California Surf Museum marked 40 years in Oceanside; Clark County unveiled a Korean dragon mural in Chinatown to kick off AAPI Heritage Month. Public Safety & Accountability: Hawaii lawmakers advanced bills to protect public employees from harassment and violence, including AG help for restraining orders. AAPI Hate Backdrop: A new Stop AAPI Hate report says anti-Asian harassment and harm surged in 2025.
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