Kirstin Downey/Civil Beat/2026
Kirstin Downey: Hawaiʻi Is Rock Solid At This New Smithsonian Display In DC
Hawaiʻi is staying home when it comes to the celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation’s capital but it has a presence in a new natural history exhibit.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Pay Attention To Your Neighbor. It Could Save Their Life
A simple text message, a quick phone call or a brief conversation with a neighbor might be an act of public safety.
Will Caron/Civil Beat/2026
Will Caron: Welcome To The Club
Politics, policy and public affairs as seen through the eyes of our political cartoonist.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
The Sunshine Blog: OHA’s Native Hawaiian Broadcasting Corp.
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Courtesy U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Palmyra Atoll Is Critical To Ocean Conservation Worldwide
For World Ocean Month, let’s celebrate and raise awareness about the importance of protecting this special place.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2026
Denby Fawcett: This Major National Arts Foundation Is Expanding To Honolulu
A New York nonprofit is spending millions in Hawaiʻi to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to the arts and sciences.
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The Sunshine Blog: Will We Have A New Elections Chair Before The Election?
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Chad Blair/Civil Beat/2026
Will The Hawaiʻi House Follow The Law Or Not?
The public needs to contact their House member and demand that leadership follow the constitution in light of the recent court ruling.
Chad Blair/Civil Beat/2026
Campaign Signs Boost Candidates But Come With Liabilities
Vandalism has marred at least four Oʻahu races this election. The Outdoor Circle advises, “Be legal and courteous.”
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Eric Stinton: Here’s How To Approach Using AI In Schools
AI instruction should be harm-reduction through educating students about the pitfalls.