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A rule in the making would create the basis for a relationship between the federal government and a Native Hawaiian governing body.

The Honolulu City Council Budget Committee will consider asking for a new report Wednesday on the LED lighting project. The public needs answers to questions being raised about the project.

Why is the Health Department moving so slowly on marijuana dispensary rules? Martin for mayor in 2016? And how will the Iran deal shake out for Schatz, Hirono?

The Hawaii Department of Health doesn’t seem too worked up over a finding that it allowed an original bid of $76,400 to balloon into a $525,000 final bill.

Hawaii’s oversight of care homes is lacking on many levels. Lawmakers and Gov. David Ige need to make improving the system a priority.

Sunday’s event was a form of activism that has not been seen in Hawaii for many years.

The appointment of Scott Morishige as the new state coordinator on homelessness is the latest bit of good news from a governor suddenly engaged in the issue.

Honolulu’s HPOWER facility depends on growth of perpetual consumption and ever more waste. We must instead learn how to succeed by not feeding the beast.

Regardless of how one feels about various battles going on around Hawaii, one thing is clear: Government decisions that are being made are not based on Aloha ‘Āina.

Opposition to the TMT showed its continued strength last week. Meanwhile, with another storm headed our direction, it’s essential to be prepared.