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Gabbard鈥檚 Past Could Complicate US Senate Confirmation AP Photo/Alex Brandon/2024

Gabbard鈥檚 Past Could Complicate US Senate Confirmation

Trump鈥檚 nomination of the former Hawaii congresswoman to be national intelligence director is likely to renew questions about her beliefs and background.

Hawaii Congressman Denounces Disaster Relief Misinformation Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2023

Hawaii Congressman Denounces Disaster Relief Misinformation

Ed Case says the federal government continues to assist Maui and other impacted areas.

14,000 More Hawaii Families May Be Eligible For SNAP Benefits Under New Rules Screenshot/2023

14,000 More Hawaii Families May Be Eligible For SNAP Benefits Under New Rules

Department of Human Services says it is unsure when it can make the eligibility fix because it requires changes to the state’s 40-year-old computer system.

Helicopter Companies Push To Reopen New  Plan Restricting Air Tours Over Volcanoes Park Naka Nathaniel/Civil Beat/2024

Helicopter Companies Push To Reopen New Plan Restricting Air Tours Over Volcanoes Park

The air tour management plan for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is meant to address noise and environmental concerns. The industry says the new rules compromise safety.

Fatal Kauai Helicopter Crash Intensifies Spotlight On Air Tour Industry U.S. Coast Guard photo/PA2 Tyler Robertson/2024

Fatal Kauai Helicopter Crash Intensifies Spotlight On Air Tour Industry

A week before the crash, one federal agency criticized another for allowing risky practices and inadequate communication in the Hawaii air tour industry.

Hawaii Gets $149M In Federal Funds To Improve Internet Services Pexel

Hawaii Gets $149M In Federal Funds To Improve Internet Services

The money is part of the government’s recent efforts to supply states with affordable and reliable high-speed internet service.

Maui Council Hears Opposition To Proposed Space Force Telescopes On Haleakala US Airforce

Maui Council Hears Opposition To Proposed Space Force Telescopes On Haleakala

The council will vote on a resolution on Wednesday to officially oppose construction of up to seven telescopes on the dormant volcano.

Ex-CIA Officer Accused Of Spying For China Pleads Guilty In A Honolulu Courtroom U.S. Justice Department photo

Ex-CIA Officer Accused Of Spying For China Pleads Guilty In A Honolulu Courtroom

The deal calls for a 10-year sentence, but a judge will have the final say at Ma鈥檚 sentencing scheduled for Sept. 11.

The Clock Is Ticking For Hawaii To Commit Its Remaining Federal Coronavirus Funds Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021

The Clock Is Ticking For Hawaii To Commit Its Remaining Federal Coronavirus Funds

The unparalleled flow of dollars from the U.S. Treasury has created both challenges and opportunities for local government.

Want To Boost Hawaii Aquaculture? Remove The Barriers Courtesy: Blue Ocean Mariculture

Want To Boost Hawaii Aquaculture? Remove The Barriers

The state has significant potential for tropical aquaculture production but the industry needs more investment and less bureaucratic red tape.