Hawaii Seed Crops Worth $151M
It’s the first time that the industry’s value has grown since 2011-2012.
Schatz Slams Trump On Philippines
The GOP presidential nominee says immigration should be restricted from the Philippines and other countries. Not so fast, says Schatz.
Will Congress Pass Zika Bill?
Dozens聽of U.S. senators, including Hawaii’s, want the Congress to go back into session to聽provide $1.1 billion to deal with the virus.
Gabbard Voting For Clinton
The Hawaii congresswoman and Bernie Sanders supporters says she will still work to make sure the country stays out of “interventionist wars.”
Sheehan Confirmed for Police Board
But it wasn’t unanimous, as City Councilman Trevor Ozawa questioned and criticized the nominee, then voted against her.
Yamane Heads City Ethics Panel
The former acting state auditor is now the聽Honolulu Ethics Commission鈥檚 new executive director and legal counsel.
$3.7M To Fight Diseases
The federal funding aims to crack down on Hawaii’s hepatitis A, Zika, dengue and sexually transmitted disease rates.
Election For Vacant House Seat
Hawaii officials have confirmed that the special election to fill the late聽Mark Takai’s office will be held the same day as the Nov. 8 general election.
Services Set For Mark Takai
The late U.S. congressman will lie in state at the Hawaii State Capitol Rotunda Aug. 18.
Restaurant, Airline Hepatitis Cases
The cases involve a Chili’s restaurant in Kapolei and a Hawaiian Airlines flight attendant. Ninety-three聽cases have been reported on Oahu.