A proposal to install sewer lines for a section of Ewa Beach is shaping up as a litmus test for the effort as homeowners say they need more help covering the costs.

Five housing developments on Maui and Oahu were found to be in violation of the Fair Housing Act.

But it will only take effect if state law nullifying county ordinances that regulate the sale of tobacco is reversed.

Recent changes to a federal program could allow for a significant expansion of free school meals in Hawaii, but it’s unclear if the state will opt in.

State health and education officials say it’s safe for kids to come back but some parents and teachers have doubts.

In a dirt lot across from Kahului Airport, air-conditioned field tents, a mess hall, a clinic and wrap-around services give clients a shot at recovery at Pu‘uhonua o Nene.

The Environmental Protection Agency is awaiting county approval to deploy Soiltac, a dust suppressant with glue-like qualities that the agency says is safe to use.

While concerns mount about the psychological stress fire victims are experiencing, officials say there has not been an increase in suicide rates.

Advocates call for the state’s landlord-tenant code reformed to better protect tenants from “unscrupulous” landlords.

The opening of the first zone for reentry marked the start of the next phase in the recovery.