David Croxford/Civil Beat/2025
Will Bailey: A Quiet Redesign Helped Hawaiʻi Farms Get Past The Paperwork
The system wasn’t broken. It was built for someone else.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Denby Fawcett: January Reckonings
This month brings the realization that it should be time to face uncomfortable truths.
Makana Eyre: A Man Of Unyielding Curiosity, Gavan Daws Lived Life Of Words
His work was loudly acclaimed and criticized but news of his death came quietly.
Lee Cataluna/Civil Beat/2025
Lee Cataluna: The End Of A Particular Type Of Tourist Attraction
The last lū‘au at this popular West Oʻahu venue ends on a bittersweet note. But it may lead to a new cultural beginning.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Kirstin Downey: Should Oʻahu Be Broken Into 4 Cities With 4 Mayors?
A Honolulu Charter Commission proposal suggests smaller, more localized government authority would be better for the island of 1 million people.
AP Photo/Tatan Syuflana
Will Bailey: After Removal, What Comes Next For Venezuela
Power, restraint and the cost of governing without consent.
Makana Eyre/Civil Beat/2025
Makana Eyre: Extensive Hawaiʻi Consulate System Sparked Early Growth
The Hawaiian Kingdom boasted an international consulate system that helped the islands import labor in the 1800s.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
Beth Fukumoto: Explaining The Sweet Side Of At-Large City Council Districts
A proposal before the Honolulu Charter Commission deserves thoughtful attention.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
For Cynthia Thielen, Decades Of Public Service Are ‘Just The Right Thing To Do’
The former longtime legislator, attorney and community activist is still deeply involved in her community.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2025
Neal Milner: Want To Be More Politically Engaged? Join A Group
You can be the most passionate, educated activist in the world, but you may still need company to succeed.