Nadine Nakamura and Ron Kouchi (David Croxford/Civil Beat/2025)
Beth Fukumoto: When Politicians Run Unopposed, Everyone Loses
Of the state’s 98 general election races this year — from Congress to county council — more than a third will feature a candidate with no opposition.
Kalany Omengkar/Civil Beat/2024
Super PACs Tire Of Spending Big On Candidates As Election Nears
Many candidates in Hawaiʻi won their races in the primary or face little opposition in November and just don’t need to raise money anymore.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Hawaiʻi Must Stand Against Student Sex Discrimination Amid Federal Attacks
Cornell’s shocking handling of an alleged rape isn’t an isolated case. Every educational institution, including University of Hawaiʻi, can do better.
Jamm Aquino/Civil Beat/2026
Makana Eyre: In A Sea Of Mainland Grocers, A Taste Of Old Hawaiʻi
As national chains increasingly dominate Hawaiʻi’s grocery options, Big Island residents remain devoted to KTA, with its emphasis on locally grown food.
Courtesy Olin Lagon
Olin Lagon: The Legacy Of Kalo May Teach You About Your Tomorrow
It made me think about lei, and the possibility that a kalo plant could flower and deliver a different version of itself.
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Hawaiʻi’s Preschool Expansion Is Bigger Than a Seat Count
Comparing the preschool seats today with the number that existed six years ago does not tell the whole story of Hawaiʻi’s progress.
Courtesy Jonnie Park
Jeta: A Korean American Rapper Has Something To Say About Race
Dumbfoundead’s memoir opens up dialogue on how Asian Americans are often ignored in discussions about race. Hawaiʻi brings a different perspective.
Jeremy Hay
HCDA’s Honuakaha Tenants Deserve Answers and Action
To be clear, the authority does not own or manage the building or its common areas. HCDA is working to address problems for the 151 rental units under its control.
City and County of Honolulu
Honolulu Zoo Elephants Are Healthy, Active And Loved
Mari and Vaigai have also developed strong bonds with the people who care for them.
AP
Neal Milner: Cowardice Isn’t Limited To Trump Sycophants
A new book details the spineless power players in the Trump world. But Hawaiʻi has its own cowardly behavior, rooted in a culture of avoidance.