Maui To Stop Processing Immigration Applications
The county said it will no longer prepare and review immigration applications and other documents for Maui residents following the retirements of federally accredited staff.
Kamehameha Schools Creates $10 Million Fund For Hawaii Food Producers
The first $300,000 is going to a local cooperative specializing in ulu and the 105 member farmers that it serves.
Hawaii Vaccination Rate Falls As State Corrects Data
The state’s immunization registry has been down since early 2019. The new registry comes as a new variant is on the horizon.
Maui Job Posting Seeking Mainlanders Over Locals Prompts Twitter Outcry
Where you’re born and raised isn’t a protected class in Hawaii’s fair employment law, but some say it’s unfair for employers to prefer mainland applicants.
Can The Hawaii Reapportionment Commission Solve This Political ‘Jigsaw Puzzle’?
Residents have drafted proposed reapportionment plans ahead of a public comment period set to start Tuesday.
Veteran Hawaii Journalist Bob Jones Dead At 85
His extensive career included work as a print reporter, foreign correspondent, TV anchor and columnist.
50 Years Later, Hawaii’s Law Requiring Professional Licenses Could Be In For An Overhaul
The occupational licensing requirements for many professions may be hindering qualified professionals from moving to Hawaii and getting work.
Hawaii’s Food Hubs Get $1 Million For Statewide Expansion
A collective of statewide food hubs has a plan to get more crops from small farmers to businesses, institutions and families that want locally grown food.
Maui County Mulls An Agreement Between Police And US Immigration Agency
The Maui Police Department said the proposal is about resources for fighting crime, and they’re not involved in enforcing immigration laws.
Honolulu Mayor Lifts More Pandemic Restrictions On Large Events
UPDATED: The announcement is a major step forward for weddings, conferences and other large events as well as restaurants and bars.