Megan Tagami/Civil Beat/2022
Beth Fukumoto: We Must Take Action To Help Teens Struggling With Mental Health Issues
More youth advisory councils would enable young people to be involved in decisions about the future of their community.
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Chad Blair: This Little Known Office Hears Citizen Gripes About Government
Hawaii State Ombudsman Robin Matsunaga has served in the position since 1998.
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The Sunshine Blog: Candy Coated Opposition, Bills Hitting The Gov’s Desk, A Different Kind Of Term Limits
Short takes, outtakes, observations and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
Legislature Must Fully Fund Correctional System Oversight Commission
Hawaii鈥檚 jails and prisons have been part of the hidden world of punishment for decades.
Naka Nathaniel/Civil Beat/2023
Naka Nathaniel: Big Plastic Has Left The Next Generation With A Big Problem
The beach and the valley floor of Pololu are speckled with plastic that has washed ashore. If only a valley could sue those responsible.
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Denby Fawcett: Looking For A Running Track To Exercise? Good Luck
Personal safety is one reason people prefer to use school tracks, but also the reason they are being closed.
Chad Blair: In The Year 2525, If Bills Are Still Alive
Why do Hawaii lawmakers place 鈥渄efective effective dates鈥 in legislation? To make sure that they do not pass without agreement from both chambers.
If There Is Aloha, Help Pacific Islander Children Prosper
A new study shows that the community in Hawaii was disproportionately impacted by the pandemic.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
The Sunshine Blog: House Finance Chair Besieged, Public Money For Campaigns, Police Secrecy
Short takes, outtakes, observations and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
Danny De Gracia: It’s Time To Do Something About Oahu’s Road Safety Problems
Much of the infrastructure on the island was built for a much smaller population, making the roads difficult and dangerous to navigate.