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RIP Ed Greevy: Hawaii鈥檚 Passionate Photographer Courtesy Floyd K. Takeuchi

RIP Ed Greevy: Hawaii鈥檚 Passionate Photographer

Wherever Native Hawaiians and their supporters marched for justice, he was there with his cameras loaded.

The Empty Homes Tax A Promising Step On Affordable Housing 鈥 If We Get It Right Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021

The Empty Homes Tax A Promising Step On Affordable Housing 鈥 If We Get It Right

The Honolulu City Council is considering legislation with the potential to bring much-needed assistance to a market out of reach for many.

Why Pulelehua, Not Kuia, Is The Right Choice For Kamehameha III School鈥檚 Relocation Courtesy: Steve Franz

Why Pulelehua, Not Kuia, Is The Right Choice For Kamehameha III School鈥檚 Relocation

From water shortages and fire risks to logistical challenges and infrastructure costs, it is clear that the plan is not in the best interest of the community.

Climate Change Is An Intergenerational Issue David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Climate Change Is An Intergenerational Issue

Hawaii youth must unite and show determination and perseverance toward creating a better future for all.

Rep. Amy Perruso: The Cost Of Eliminating The Department Of Education Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022

Rep. Amy Perruso: The Cost Of Eliminating The Department Of Education

Elected officials must start considering a revised budget proposal for the second year of the biennium that allocates state funds to supplant threatened federal dollars.

Hawaii Should Be Proud Of Its International Film Festival Screenshot/2024

Hawaii Should Be Proud Of Its International Film Festival

HIFF has the potential to become even better, but we all have a part to play in making that happen.

Developing The Next Generation Of Leaders Starts With Service Boys and Girls Club of Hawaii/2024

Developing The Next Generation Of Leaders Starts With Service

A trip to South Africa for three Hawaii youth was a life-changing experience that offered lessons in personal growth.

Closing of Hawaii鈥檚 Manapua Vendors Marks End Of An Era Natanya Friedheim/Civil Beat

Closing of Hawaii鈥檚 Manapua Vendors Marks End Of An Era

Pearl City鈥檚 鈥淢anapua Man鈥 served his last meal last month, a loss for the greater community.

Why Can鈥檛 Downtown-Chinatown Have Block Parties Anymore? David Croxford/Civil Beat/2022

Why Can鈥檛 Downtown-Chinatown Have Block Parties Anymore?

Proposed new rules and regulations in Honolulu City Council Bill 50 may challenge the neighborhood鈥檚 most popular events.

Hawaii鈥檚 Generation Z Has A Responsibility To Vote Marco Garcia/Civil Beat/2024

Hawaii鈥檚 Generation Z Has A Responsibility To Vote

Become an informed voter. This is your chance to influence decisions that affect your daily life.