Resignation Is The Only Option Left For Billy Kenoi
Facing eight felony and misdemeanor charges, the Big Island mayor should relinquish the eight months left on his term.
Will Honolulu Leaders Ever Adopt A United Front On Affordable Housing?
Efforts to address the city’s housing shortage are slowed to a crawl by petty squabbling. We need adults in the room.
It’s Time For Hawaii To Move To State-Run Presidential Primaries
Saturday’s Democratic presidential preference poll came up lacking in many ways. Elections are too important to be turned into an electoral amateur hour.
Sen. Mazie Hirono Is A Welcome Counter To The Voices Of Intolerance
An immigrant herself, the Hawaii senator speaks out on the pitfalls of exclusion.
We Need Solid Data On Pesticide Use
A fact-finding group calls on the state to collect better data on pesticide use and protect the public.
It’s Time To Take Away The Police Commission’s Rubber Stamp
The Honolulu Police Commission’s job review of HPD Chief Louis Kealoha聽is an embarrassing whitewash.
Sports Task Force Could Help Hawaii Get Back In The Game
Legislators interested in the Aloha State’s potential for hosting big sporting events can take a big step toward achieving it.
Relief For Hawaii’s Hellish Classrooms
Legislators should combine the best parts聽of the two air conditioning bills passed by the Senate and the House, to best help students and teachers.
Help Save African Elephants By Blocking The Blood Ivory Trade
Bills moving through the Legislature can prevent Hawaii from being a trade hub in illegal聽ivory and other endangered species.
Honolulu Requires A Bolder Vision Than Caldwell Offers
The mayor’s ho-hum accomplishments and modest future plans leave us hungry for bigger ideas to tackle聽the city’s problems.