Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Disabled Workers Often Paid Far Below Minimum Wage
Legislators have an opportunity this session to end this economic injustice.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat
What I Learned From My Wife’s Death Snorkeling On The Big Island
A widower reflects on the death of his wife in Hawaii waters.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Tom Yamachika: Creativity Abounds At Our Legislature
Tax increases are proposed for real estate sales, entertainment, time shares and more.
Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat/2018
There’s Nothing Courageous About Hawaiians Attacking Hawaiians
The recent attack on the Office of Hawaiian Affairs was entirely unacceptable.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Lawmakers Must Put Living Wage Over Corporate Profits
Two legislative newcomers urge senior colleagues to prioritize working families over business interests.
Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat
Honolulu Police Are Using Lethal Force Far Too Often
A high percentage of officer-involved shootings by the Honolulu Police Department involve circumstances that pose little threat to cops.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2016
How To Encourage Healthy Diets And Support Local Agriculture
Nutrition incentive programs like SNAP help stretch budgets and put good food on tables.
Flickr: Pictures of Money
Hawaii’s Minimum Wage: How High? For How Long? Is It Enough?
A $15 per hour wage phased in over several years should not be a problem, barring a serious economic downturn.
Tom Yamachika: Could Toll Booths Work On Oahu?
Their legality might be questionable unless state law is changed to permit it.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Short-Term Rentals Are Ruining Neighborhoods Like Waikiki
The City Council is considering bills to regulate vacation rentals, but the legislation doesn’t go for enough.