The new political action committee is targeting Lt. Gov. Josh Green and two incumbent lawmakers in West Oahu.

Fees and charges have in the past priced citizens out of accessing their government’s records.

State election officials have stepped up efforts to let folks know an election is coming. But ultimately it’s up to voters.

Outgoing Gov. David Ige sometimes stumbled with his messaging, leading to criticism over his handling of the pandemic and the Legislature.

Waters promises to continue his focus on providing more affordable housing on Oahu. But homelessness has worsened in his district.

The move to split up the county’s Department of Housing and Human Concerns comes as residents increasingly struggle to find affordable homes on the Valley Isle.

Even after recent convictions of government officials, the Republican and the Democratic gubernatorial nominees have few specific reform proposals.

We asked the two candidates a series of quick-fire questions before a Civil Beat event Monday that featured a discussion with the top Republican and Democratic picks for governor.

Proposed county charter amendments focus on financial disclosures, conflicts of interest and other ways to boost the public’s faith in government.

We asked the two candidates a series of quick-fire questions before a Civil Beat event Monday that featured a discussion with the top Republican and Democratic picks for governor.