US Rep. Ed Case Raked In Campaign Cash While Threatening Biden鈥檚 Agenda
The Hawaii congressman, a fiscal conservative, was one of a handful of Democrats threatening the president’s $3.5 trillion 鈥淏uild Back Better鈥 plan.
Can Farm Tours, Bird-Watchers and Storytellers Save Hawaii Tourism?
鈥淩egenerative tourism鈥 is the new buzz phrase. But what does it mean? And can it create goodwill for a beleaguered industry?
New Legal Clinic Aims To Give Prisoners A Second Chance
Beyond Guilt is set to open in 2022 with the goal of helping former and currently incarcerated people with clemency, compassionate release, parole, and clearing criminal records.
New Hawaii Election Districts Are Drawing Fire
Some lawmakers say they feel targeted by the new plans while the Hawaii Reapportionment Commission also faced accusations of gerrymandering certain districts.
False News Report On Hawaii Flu Deaths Fuels Covid-19 Conspiracy Theories
The Honolulu Star-Advertiser stated in error that flu and pneumonia deaths had surpassed those from Covid, undermining the state’s message that the virus should be taken seriously.
Hawaiian Home Lands Residents May Be Out Of Luck When It Comes To Help With Broadband Bills
A federal pandemic subsidy program offers discounts to homesteaders. But the company that provides the service says it won’t participate.
Wanted: Developer To Turn Aloha Stadium Parking Lot Into Entertainment District
Solicitation documents released Tuesday ask applicants to present their ideas for the new real estate project.
Supreme Court: No More Expedited Releases For Hawaii Inmates
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Steve Alm called the decision “a significant victory for public safety,” saying that Covid-19 vaccines and testing have reduced the risk for inmates.
Schofield Barracks To Participate In Sexual Assault Prevention Pilot Program
The initiative is set to begin in 2022 after a series of military investigations and legislation calling for sweeping reforms.
Hawaii House Panel Warns It May Hold The State Auditor In Contempt
Rep. Della Au Belatti tells Les Kondo she wants audit documents by the end of business Wednesday, or else.