May 2026 tourism data shows more visitors coming to Hawaii, but they are staying for shorter periods. Separately, rebuilt affordable apartments in Lahaina filled immediately upon opening.
- May 2026 visitor statistics show increased arrivals to Hawaii compared to prior periods, though average length of stay has declined.
- Newly rebuilt affordable apartment units in Lahaina were filled immediately, reflecting continued high housing demand in the fire-recovery zone.
- Hawaii’s Public Utilities Commission has lost roughly one-third of its skilled workforce since early 2024, including its chair, potentially slowing energy and grid-reliability decisions affecting Maui.
- A federal grand jury in Manhattan is investigating alleged financial crimes by China-based tech tycoon Neville Roy Singham, whose funding network has included Hawaii-connected organizations.
- Honolulu Police Department officer vacancies are reportedly near record levels, a staffing trend being watched across Hawaii counties.
Source: Hawaii Free Press
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