$2.6M In Schatz’s War Chest
The Hawaii senator is flush with cash聽to run for re-election. Rep. Gabbard has $1.5 million.
Civil Beat Poll: Voters Think Ige, Caldwell Failing On Homelessness
Nearly half of Hawaii voters want more action, while a clear majority backs law enforcement efforts like sit-lie bans.
Civil Beat Poll: Majority Oppose NextEra-HEI Merger
Voters also think the Public Utilities Commission pays more attention to political and business pressure than the public interest.
Caldwell Has $1.6M For Re-Election
The Honolulu mayor has far more cash on hand than potential rivals Ernie Martin, Peter Carlisle and Duke Aiona.
Undeterred By Cancer, Takai Wants A Second Term In Congress
The Hawaii Democrat says he is responding well to treatments for pancreatic cancer and has been told by doctors he can run for re-election.
Rod Tam For State Senate?
The ethically challenged former Hawaii legislator and Honolulu City Council member says he’s been getting a lot of inquires.
Who’s Raising Cash During Session?
Hawaii state Reps.聽Evans, Mizuno and Morikawa, that’s who. And it’s聽not illegal.
Should Hawaii Elect Its Judges And AG?
State lawmakers have introduced bills to overhaul how key leaders are chosen, including making the lieutenant governor a gubernatorial appointee.
Hawaii Senator Wins Residency Appeal
UPDATED: Sen. Brickwood Galuteria convinced the Oahu Board of Registration that he spends 60 percent of his nights on a pull-out bed in a one-bedroom Kakaako apartment he shares with his wife and his mother.
Bills: Campaigns, Ballots, Open Gov’t
One measure would repeal the prohibition against “willfully” exhibiting one’s own ballot but still guard against tampering.