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Government needs to speed up its approval process and invest in research infrastructure to defeat a list of environmentally and economically threatening pests, experts say.

Concerns over the potential loss of land in the town began almost immediately.

Public debate over the soil-stabilizing product’s use has been swirling as county officials, environmentalists and scientists weighed its pros and cons.

The Environmental Protection Agency is awaiting county approval to deploy Soiltac, a dust suppressant with glue-like qualities that the agency says is safe to use.

Civil Beat photographer Kevin Fujii was on hand to document emerging life on the East Oahu beach earlier this week.

In addition to the state’s interim rules, drones are being used to drop pesticides.

Niue is funding conservation efforts by selling sponsorship of its ocean.

Grass from East Indian sugarcane to African Guinea grass have been introduced to Hawaii for centuries, predating the state’s increased risk of wildfire.

The beetle was found dead in a bag of compost at a Maui big box store during routine survey work.

Fire officials and landowners have known for years about gaps in Hawaii’s firebreaks and fuelbreaks. The problem boils down to money and cooperation.