Proposals that keep getting rejected are popular with a majority of people on the primary ballot.

The Japanese vote is highly sought by non-Japanese candidates in the Aloha State.

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Millennial lawmakers see it as a more constructive way to engage with voters and encourage new voices to emerge.

Senate District 23 includes the Windward Oahu communities of Kaneohe, Kahaluu through Laie, Kahuku to Mokuleia, Schofield Barracks and Kunia Camp.

Hawaii House District 43 includes Kapolei and Makakilo. Two Republicans face off in the primary.

UPDATED: One House candidate supports expanding the state’s largest jail so it can better treat homeless people who are incarcerated. The other wants to bring health care to the homeless.

The Aug. 8 fires emboldened politicians to crack down on the proliferation of short-term rentals to deal with a growing housing crisis. Now it’s an election issue.

A provocative social media post comes as Republicans try to tamp down racist and sexist attacks on the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee.

Updated: Companies involved in a land deal with the state and flood control plans in Honolulu made substantial contributions to Hawaii politicians.