Civil union supporters say they have no qualms with evangelicals trying to improve their political influence, but contend that voter opinions on civil unions and gay marriage have turned more favorable since 1998. Full Article at Honolulu Star-Bulletin

The Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium, a monument to Hawai'i history that has become a perennially contentious source of debate, will soon be history itself under a new plan adopted by the city. Full Article at The Honolulu Advertiser

Mayor Mufi Hannemann has accepted a recommendation to demolish the Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium's dilapidated swimming pool and bleachers, but supporters of the historic landmark are not ready to surrender. Full Article at Honolulu Star-Bulletin

Mayor Mufi Hannemann today announced that he has accepted a task force recommendation to preserve the Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium arches but demolish the rest of the facility, including the salt-water pool and bleachers. Full Article at The Honolulu Advertiser

Property owners will be fined $500 a day for bulky trash left in front of their homes ahead of the scheduled pickup day, under a bill introduced by Mayor Mufi Hannemann. Full Article at The Honolulu Advertiser

Anyone who leaves bulky items at the curb earlier than the evening before the scheduled collection date would face a considerable fine under strict new guidelines proposed by the city. Full Article at Honolulu Star-Bulletin