Civil Beat Wants To Build Stronger Connections Across The Hawaiian Islands
A clear longing for more local media coverage emerged from our recent survey of Kauaʻi and the Big Island. We intend to meet that need.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Neal Milner: Sometimes Classroom Discussions Get Messy — As They Should
Schools need to find a way to hash out everyday disagreements without invoking formal policies or legalities.
Courtesy: Chung Chow
Makana Eyre: This Ex-Pat Brings Hawaiian Food To High-End NYC Restaurant
Chung Chow never lost his Honolulu roots when he trained with one of the world’s most renowned fine-dining chefs.
Ludwig Laab/Civil Beat/2021
Eric Stinton: Be Tough On Public Education, But Also Be Thankful For It
When people care enough to criticize you thoughtfully, be grateful they don’t just dismiss you outright.
Chad Blair/Civil Beat/2025
Beth Fukumoto: Could Islandwide City Council Seats Increase Diversity?
At first glance this proposed Honolulu city charter amendment sounded like a bad idea. But maybe not.
Courtesy of OHA/2024
Kirstin Downey: This Trump-Targeted Agency Has Done A Lot For Hawaiʻi
Fortunately, it appears a legal fight to preserve the Institute of Museum and Library Services has succeeded.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2025
Denby Fawcett: Some People Fear Chinatown After Dark, But Crime Is Down
We should support businesses and restaurants in Honoluluʻs most interesting and historic area.
Blaze Lovell/CivilBeat/2020
Kirstin Downey: Proposed Charter Change Might Bring More Swimming Lessons
The idea is to allow Oʻahu to solicit private donations to broaden access to free instruction.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Lee Cataluna: Here’s An Idea —Keep Hawaiʻi Hawaiʻi
Why do we think we need gimmicks to sell one of the most beautiful places on Earth?
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Neal Milner: Some Tricky Negotiations For Josh Green & Co.
The state faces unusual challenges as it looks to proceed with military land leases and the TMT project.