Hawaiʻi’s food security is already weak. Nearly one-third of children in the state live in a food insecure home and the demand for food banks is on the rise.

Residents experiencing food insecurity are more likely to experience depression and have suicidal thoughts, according to new research.

Advocates say the need is greater than ever. But unions, businesses and state agencies are resisting.

State, federal agencies are looking into claims of bounced paychecks from the owner of Makana Lani and Burgers on Bishop.

Report: More people having trouble getting by are on neighbor islands.

Two years ago, the state made a record investment in affordable rental housing. Results so far are both encouraging and sobering.

The Aug. 8 fires had a significant financial impact across Maui, and a majority of people surveyed say they are more worried than hopeful about their future in Hawaii.

But the state insurance commissioner says the reinsurance market may be beginning to stabilize.

But others worry the tax cut, which will cost the state billions of dollars, will mean deep cuts to needed state programs.

The tax cut bill on the governor’s desk would slash tax collections by billions of dollars, money that could help with the affordable housing shortage, Maui recovery and more.