Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat/2016
Hawaii’s Republicans Don’t Get Many Bills Passed, But They’re Playing A Long Game
The minority caucus agrees it needs more members to get things done, but there is disagreement on how to get there.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Why This Hawaii Lawmaker’s Job With A Major Construction Company Raises Concern
Rep. Micah Aiu and others say there’s no conflict of interest, but the lawmaker must tread carefully in his role as a lawyer for Nan Inc.
(Screenshot/DHHL press release/2021)
Cops Have Jurisdiction On Homelands, But DHHL Says Policing Is Patchy
The confusion almost cost taxpayers more than $1 million.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
The Hawaii Tourism Authority Is A Step Closer To Being Dissolved
Proposed legislation would create a destination management office to replace the HTA.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Senators Reject Governor’s Pick For Economy Chief But Give Thumbs-Up To New DHHL Director
Gov. Josh Green said Chris Sadayasu “would have made a good DBEDT director” and they’ll discuss “next steps.”
Megan Tagami/Civil Beat/2022
Beth Fukumoto: We Must Take Action To Help Teens Struggling With Mental Health Issues
More youth advisory councils would enable young people to be involved in decisions about the future of their community.
Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat
Hawaii’s New Deputy Economy Chief Has A Powerful Business Partner In The Senate
The Hawaii State Ethics Commission said there’s no conflict of interest, although Dane Wicker shouldn’t take any action that affects tea.
Yoohyun Jung/Civil Beat/2021
‘Forever Chemicals’ Have Been Found In Hawaii鈥檚 Environment. Now What?聽
Increased testing for PFAS may reveal a problem Hawaii is not prepared to deal with.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Senate Committee Green Lights New Ag Director Sharon Hurd
Several major land leases are set to be moved from DLNR to DOA in a matter of months, resolving a lingering issue.
Claire Caulfield/Civil Beat/2021
Oahu’s Pig Farmers Want To Change The Conversation On Food Security
Hawaii’s demand for pork is on the rise but slaughterhouses cater to beef.