Richard John Blangiardi (born September 15, 1946) is an American television executive and politician from the state of Hawaii. Blangiardi was elected mayor of Honolulu in the 2020 mayoral election, and took office on January 2, 2021. He previously worked in the television industry and helped consolidate KHNL and KGMB into Hawaii News Now.

Jan 3, 2025 · Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi has officially begun his second term. He was sworn in last night, saying his team will continue to work on the key issues impacting Oahu such as homelessness, rail and reforming the Department of Planning and Permitting.

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Jan 2, 2025 · HONOLULU (KHON2) — Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi officially began his second term in office with a special inauguration ceremony held at the Mission Memorial Auditorium Thursday, January 2,...

Jan 3, 2025 · HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Rick Blangiardi formally began his second and final four-year term Thursday evening as the 15th mayor of Honolulu. His inauguration took place at the Mission Memorial...

Aug 11, 2024 · In race for Honolulu mayor, incumbent Rick Blangiardi handily wins reelection to second term. Polls close statewide as Hawaii awaits results from several key races in 2024 primary election....

Jan 2, 2025 · HONOLULU (KHON2) — The inauguration ceremony for Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s second term will be live streamed on KHON2.com at 5 p.m. on Jan. 2. The inauguration will happen at the Mission Memorial...

Feb 2, 2024 · Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi's 2024 State of the City Address on March 14, 2024 at Mission Memorial Auditorium. The Road Ahead! Rick Blangiardi announces his bid for re-election as mayor of the City and County of Honolulu.

Mar 14, 2023 · Turning the corner to a reelection run in 2024, Mayor Rick Blangiardi laid out a transformational and likely controversial path forward for Honolulu in his third annual State of the City speech...

Mar 13, 2023 · HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi delivered his third State of the City address Tuesday, putting an emphasis on efforts to bolster affordable housing and expand the...