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State Rep. Sylvia Luke is the state’s new lieutenant governor. The Democrats have been frontrunners in the race since early in the election cycle.

Something must be done about Hawaii’s overcrowded and run-down jails, or the courts may finally force the state to act.

Campaigns should bring people together, to raise issues that impact our lives and to attract the next generation of leaders to the important work of public service.

Updated: Campaign contributors have rewarded dozens of candidates with significant financial support this election season but the top race — for governor — has drawn the most money.

By law, judges and justices have to retire by age 70. But that sure seems young, doesn’t it?

Republican Duke Aiona emphasizes lower energy costs, while Democrat Josh Green stresses renewable and sustainable sources.

Outgoing Gov. David Ige sometimes stumbled with his messaging, leading to criticism over his handling of the pandemic and the Legislature.

Even after recent convictions of government officials, the Republican and the Democratic gubernatorial nominees have few specific reform proposals.

Democrat Lt. Gov. Josh Green raised more money since mid-August for his campaign for governor than the Republican nominee has raised all year.

Democrat Josh Green and Republican Duke Aiona differ sharply on the issue, which is on many voters’ minds now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned.

The GOP nominee for lieutenant governor has backed away from his primary campaign rhetoric and is aligning with his gubernatorial running mate.

The Republican former lieutenant governor and retired judge is well known, but must “thread the needle” as he campaigns in heavily Democratic Hawaii.

The Republican candidate for governor focused on building programs that could lead to more affordable homeownership than adding more housing units.

The Utah-based company contributed to the campaigns of six Democrats in Hawaii, including Josh Green and Sylvia Luke, the Democratic nominees for governor and lieutenant governor.

Green will face Republican former Lt. Gov. Duke Aiona in the November general election.

Transparency and government ethics has taken center stage in many races following high profile corruption cases in Hawaii, including the Republican gubernatorial primary.

The state needs to dramatically cut its carbon emissions in the next eight years to hit its climate goals. That will require bold leadership, advocates say.

Critics say Lt. Gov. Josh Green has used an inaccurate personal story about his mother-in-law for political gain. But others say he’s being unfairly targeted by political opponents.

UPDATED: Kai Kahele filed his report late Wednesday showing he’s spent more than $200,000 on the race so far.

Duke Aiona eyes opportunities in the space industry, while Gary Cordery and Heidi Tsuneyoshi want more funding for farmers.

Civil Beat researched the business and outside employment interests of the leading Democratic candidates for governor.

Both Josh Green and Vicky Cayetano say teacher pay increases are key to improving the system. The candidates also floated ideas such as housing stipends and a new literacy program.

Vicky Cayetano wants a permanent 50% excise tax cut for small businesses, while Josh Green is proposing new government subsidies to support Hawaii agriculture.

Vicky Cayetano wants to work with the Legislature to declare a state of emergency in housing, while Josh Green wants to push ahead with 42,000 stalled units.

Josh Green and Vicky Cayetano offered up their top economic priorities for providing urgently needed relief to cash-strapped residents.

Both Kai Kahele and Vicky Cayetano said they would explore new opportunities for using the governor’s clemency powers if elected.

Lt. Gov. Josh Green raised $1.47 million in the first six months of this year, vastly outpacing his opponents including U.S. Rep. Kai Kahele.

Kai Kahele does not fare well with voters while the rest of the delegation remains relatively popular. Rick Blangiardi is well-liked. The Legislature not so much.

Farmers and ranchers feel investing in agriculture has become more of a buzzword than an actual concern for the executive branch.

Name recognition helps explain the advantage of the two front-runners in a race that features 10 contenders.