Lawmakers May Put Brakes On Hawaii’s Aquarium Fish Industry
A bill nixing all new permits for aquarium fishing and requiring the state to establish sustainable collection practices and limits is being considered by legislators.
Ridding Lehua Island Of Rats Is A Potentially Dangerous Challenge
The seabird sanctuary near Niihau is home to rats that officials would like to eradicate — if they can do it safely.
Bret Yager: Scientists Race To Help Hawaii Corals Survive
Some corals are starting to rebound on their own and scientists have plans to help other species survive global warming.
Why Hawaii Must Become More Energy Resilient
Speakers at the Maui Energy Conference posed questions about what type of life the state wants to create for its citizens as it adapts.
Denby Fawcett: The Disappointing Prosecution Of The Albatross Killers
Despite the particularly cruel circumstances surrounding the case, it looks like the alleged bird killers will get off easy.
Hawaii Rep Creagan Revives Pesticide Disclosure Bill
The representative from the Big Island also wants to fund a study of the impact of chlorpyrifos on pregnant women in Hawaii.
In Search of Hawaii’s Mysterious False Killer Whales
A team of researchers sets sail to learn more about the plight of rare dolphins who have been known to share their food with humans.
GOP Could Reverse Protection Of Papahanaumokuakea
Some Republican House members want Trump to reopen marine monuments to commercial fishing.
Hawaii Expands Voluntary Pesticide Reporting Program
Critics say that the data now available online isn’t very meaningful because it’s not comprehensive.
Sea Level Rise May Be Worse Than Previously Thought
Scenarios vary widely, but experts say planners shouldn’t ignore the high-end possibilities.