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Honolulu Star-Advertiser Is Cutting More News Staff
At least four editorial staff members have accepted a buyout.
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Photo Shoot At Iolani Palace Blurs Line Between Hawaiian Royalty And Real Estate
The state determines legal and culturally appropriate uses of the historic site.
Flickr: Chris Yarzab
The Winds Of Change May Be Starting To Blow In An Otherwise ‘Dark Time’
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green says he is embracing a new era of public openness in government, a welcome change from his secretive predecessor.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Federal Judge Grants Broad Order Protecting A Honolulu Reporter
The ruling means Hawaii News Now reporter Lynn Kawano cannot be forced to cooperate with Maui County for reporting on a former Maui County police officer.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Investigative Reporter May Have To Testify Despite Journalist Privilege
A federal judge said Hawaii News Now’s Lynn Kawano did not waive her privilege when reporting about a Maui police officer accused of sexual misconduct.
Ben Angarone/Civil Beat/2022
From A Sleepy Surf Shop To A Muckraking Mag: One Woman’s North Shore Odyssey
Longtime resident Karen Gallagher, who once owned a legendary surf shop at Sunset Beach, brings an old school mindset to her entrepreneurial pursuits.
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Chad Blair: Why I’m Sticking With Twitter — For Now
Elon Musk has messed things up royally, but the social media platform remains a tool for some journalists.
Ludwig Laab/Civil Beat/2022
Maui County Alleges This TV News Reporter Crossed A Line In Covering A Case Of Police Misconduct
Maui County has subpoenaed Hawaii News Now’s chief investigative reporter Lynn Kawano as part of a case involving a former police officer previously convicted of a child sex offense.
Civil Beat’s Next Pop-Up Newsroom Will Be In Hilo
Join our newsroom staff at the Hilo Public Library on Thursday.
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Labor Dispute Spurs Media Union To File Complaint Against The Maui News
The unfair labor practices claim alleges that union members were not allowed to observe contract talks.