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The Pandemic Has Transformed How Aid Groups Help Elderly In Need Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021

The Pandemic Has Transformed How Aid Groups Help Elderly In Need

Federal COVID-19 relief funds helped local groups coordinate outreach to better serve kupuna who were often isolated during the pandemic.

Why It’s So Hard To Pass A Minimum Wage Increase In Hawaii Cory Lum/Civil Beat

Why It’s So Hard To Pass A Minimum Wage Increase In Hawaii

Ripple effects and unintended consequences, especially in a down economy, have become driving factors in the debate over a minimum wage.

‘We Keep Trying’: Hawaii Sees Spike In School Absenteeism Due To The Pandemic Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021

‘We Keep Trying’: Hawaii Sees Spike In School Absenteeism Due To The Pandemic

The challenge of this year is reflected in new statewide data showing 20% of Hawaii’s students are at “high risk” for chronic absenteeism.

Hawaii Sees ‘Startling’ Increase In Number Of Children Facing Hunger Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020

Hawaii Sees ‘Startling’ Increase In Number Of Children Facing Hunger

Even as benefits programs expand and school meal programs shift, food insecurity is expected to continue to grow in the islands.