Election-day turnout at a Kapolei polling site is running smoothly, with voters saying cost of living is their top concern.

• Capolei Hale added more voting booths and staff compared to the last election, cutting down on wait times despite steady foot traffic all day.
• Voters say they're turning out because they want change, not just to be counted.
• Affordability is the dominant issue, with voters citing high housing costs pushing local residents off the island.
• Calls for more affordable housing and resources point to a broader local frustration with the cost of living in Hawaii.

Outlook: Affordability and housing costs look set to remain the defining issue shaping how residents vote in this and future elections.