Data Dive: 24,000 In Hawaiʻi Call Federal Government Their Boss, For Now
Most federal employees in Hawaiʻi work in the defense sector, but about 5,000 work for other agencies that could be affected by cutbacks under the Trump administration.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
Hawaiʻi Joins Legal Fight Against White House Funding Freeze
Nonprofit organizations say that a pause in federal funds would impact essential services in the state.
Hawaii Attorney General/2024
Hawaiʻi Finally Revokes Professional Licenses Of Registered Sex Offender
Edward Hsu’s acupuncture and physical therapy licenses had remained in good standing two and a half years after his conviction.
AP Photo/Alex Brandon/2024
Gabbard’s Past Could Complicate US Senate Confirmation
Trump’s nomination of the former Hawaii congresswoman to be national intelligence director is likely to renew questions about her beliefs and background.
Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Congressman Denounces Disaster Relief Misinformation
Ed Case says the federal government continues to assist Maui and other impacted areas.
Screenshot/2023
14,000 More Hawaii Families May Be Eligible For SNAP Benefits Under New Rules
Department of Human Services says it is unsure when it can make the eligibility fix because it requires changes to the state’s 40-year-old computer system.
Naka Nathaniel/Civil Beat/2024
Helicopter Companies Push To Reopen New Plan Restricting Air Tours Over Volcanoes Park
The air tour management plan for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is meant to address noise and environmental concerns. The industry says the new rules compromise safety.
U.S. Coast Guard photo/PA2 Tyler Robertson/2024
Fatal Kauai Helicopter Crash Intensifies Spotlight On Air Tour Industry
A week before the crash, one federal agency criticized another for allowing risky practices and inadequate communication in the Hawaii air tour industry.
Pexel
Hawaii Gets $149M In Federal Funds To Improve Internet Services
The money is part of the government’s recent efforts to supply states with affordable and reliable high-speed internet service.
US Airforce
Maui Council Hears Opposition To Proposed Space Force Telescopes On Haleakala
The council will vote on a resolution on Wednesday to officially oppose construction of up to seven telescopes on the dormant volcano.