Federal actions cloud the revenue picture. Immigration, marijuana and energy issues also loom.
Elections 2026
Posted inElections 2026
Domestic Abuse Allegations Prompt Democrats To Scuttle Legislative Nominee
The party has pulled back its nomination of Inam Rahman of Waipahu as one of three choices to fill a legislative vacancy.
Posted inKauaʻi
Kaua‘i Voters Could Decide Whether Gated Communities Should Be Banned
That’s one of several proposals the Charter Review Commission may put on the ballot next fall, along with increasing oversight of the County Council’s budget.
Posted inElections 2026
Hawaiʻi’s Biggest Public Worker Union Makes Early Endorsement For Maui Mayor
Political analysts say the move could deter potential challengers in the race.
Posted inElections 2026
Hawaiʻi’s GOP Continues To Fight Amongst Itself As The 2026 Elections Loom
The state Republican Party just elected its third chair in six months while several party officials have recently resigned over fights with leadership.
Posted inOpinion
Here’s How To Get The Hawaiʻi Elections Commission Back On Track
The state Elections Commission has gone off the rails. Lawmakers and others have some ideas for fixing it but it won’t be easy.
Posted inElections 2026
Hawaiʻi Lawmakers Say Voting By Mail Is ‘Here To Stay’
Two legislators strongly reject a proposal from the Hawaiʻi Elections Commission to return to same-day, in-person voting.
Posted inOpinion
Turnout Is Up. People Like It. But Voting By Mail Is Under Attack In Hawaiʻi
The state Elections Commission has asked the Legislature to revert to in-person, same-day voting. But experts say voting by mail is safe and popular.
Posted inOpinion
Lee Cataluna: Ed Case Continues To Play His Own Game
The Hawaiʻi congressman has drawn a couple of high-profile challengers in the 2026 election. But they seem to be running against Trump, not Case.