Courtney Teague

Education and a diversified economy are top priorities for the ex-Marine who is seeking the GOP nomination for governor.

This year’s newcomers come from all over the political spectrum, and a variety of issues inspired them to run.

Fresh faces are raising and spending more than some longtime lawmakers with better name recognition.

Chairman Ernie Martin convinced his colleagues to hear the bill one day after it was introduced. A minimum six-day notice is required.

Two measures from Kirk Caldwell targeting homeless people in public places receive initial approval.

UPDATE: All four county police chiefs also switched positions on the bill, according to Honolulu Chief Susan Ballard.

The existing bans for sidewalks in business areas are insufficient to address public homelessness, the Honolulu mayor said.

The facilities have been mainly idle for years while waiting for state inspections.

In many other states, pamphlets with information about candidates and issues on the ballot are sent to voters before an election.

In the 2016 general election, turnout estimates ranged from 43 percent to 58 percent — depending on what formula is used.

UPDATED: Now a congressional candidate, he was cited for using campaign funds from legislative races to pay personal expenses.

A rule change proposes to halt all federal funding to health care organizations that provide abortions.