The reality for everyone in Hawaiʻi is this shipping law stifles competition and inflates prices.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.

In an era where so many basic things are unaffordable for the most frustrating, unfair reasons, this bit of Hawaiʻi exclusivity is still obtainable by the middle class.

The Legislature killed bills that would have funded more voter centers but we can increase in-person capacity before August without legislative action.

Politics, policy and public affairs as seen through the eyes of our political cartoonist.

The state has adopted a “total THC” interpretation that effectively criminalizes certain hemp-derived products.

Legislative proposals suggest pooling resources and offering centralized support for complex operational and facility needs could address current flaws.

Gender roles are a cultural issue, not just a political one. And Republicans, not Democrats are winning the culture.

The Legislature has always acted quickly on petitions. Why is it delaying this one? Especially in the face of strong citizen support.

We need a frank discussion about ideas that could make material improvements to the islands, even if it means more development and easing certain regulatory restrictions.