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A New Jail Is Critical For Hawaiʻi’s Correctional System Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021

A New Jail Is Critical For Hawaiʻi’s Correctional System

We have an outdated Oʻahu facility with deplorable conditions that is decades beyond rehabilitation

Hawaiʻi Mayor Did The Right Thing In Vetoing Anti-Free Speech Bill David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Hawaiʻi Mayor Did The Right Thing In Vetoing Anti-Free Speech Bill

Civil rights groups agree Bill 59 is unconstitutional and seems designed to push poverty out of view, making it easier to ignore people in dire need.

Overstating Tsunami Threat May Lead Some To Ignore Warnings Next Time Kawika Lopez/Civil Beat/2025

Overstating Tsunami Threat May Lead Some To Ignore Warnings Next Time

Hawaiʻi was not overwhelmed by big waves on July 29 but by misaligned emergency communication.

Hawaiʻi’s Leaders Should Declare An Energy Emergency David Croxford/Civil Beat/2022

Hawaiʻi’s Leaders Should Declare An Energy Emergency

Hawaiʻi can’t let federal policy retreat undermine our commitment to a sustainable, resilient and localized future.

Celebrating 50 Years Of Community Gardens In Honolulu Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation

Celebrating 50 Years Of Community Gardens In Honolulu

The Department of Parks and Recreation program is integrating and expanding.

Hawaiʻi’s Clean Energy Future Can’t Ignore LNG Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2016

Hawaiʻi’s Clean Energy Future Can’t Ignore LNG

Liquified natural gas offers significant advantages over low sulfur fuel oil.

Expanding Park Access For Leashed Dogs Will Benefit Communities Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024

Expanding Park Access For Leashed Dogs Will Benefit Communities

Companion animals reduce stress and anxiety while increasing physical activity and overall happiness.

Public Left In The Dark On Aloha Stadium Spending Allan Kew/Civl Beat/2023

Public Left In The Dark On Aloha Stadium Spending

The stakes are high, as the project includes commercial space and housing with a potential total cost of $2 billion.

Media Access To Police Scanners Essential For Public Safety Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024

Media Access To Police Scanners Essential For Public Safety

Law enforcement and journalists share the same goals during a crisis — protect lives, preserve safety, maintain public trust.

Stop Whining And Run For Something

Stop Whining And Run For Something

Remember, decisions are made by those who show up.