David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Green Suggests Hawaiʻi Might Scale Back On Income Tax Cuts
The governor also says he will likely tap into the state’s “rainy day” reserve to draw down hundreds of millions of dollars to balance the state budget.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Honolulu Rail Pays $41 Million In Dispute Over Ala Moana Extension
The settlement gives the city the easements it needs to build through Kakaʻako, but HART does not yet have the money to construct that segment.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Recent Government Salary Hikes At The Top Leave Many Public Workers Behind
The latest update to Civil Beat’s Public Salary Database reflects major public-sector wage increases across Hawaiʻi — but not for everyone.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Civil Beat’s Public Salary Database Is Updated. Here’s How To Use It
A few tips can help narrow search results and improve your experience while using this popular online tool.
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Festival Inspired By ‘Burning Man’ Ignites Big Island Debate
The events on private property outside of Hilo were held without permits, and critics say they should not be allowed to continue, especially on agricultural land.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Trans Community Hits New Barriers To Gender-Affirming Care In Hawaiʻi
Even before President Donald Trump took office, transgender patients in Hawaiʻi were struggling to get insurance to cover some treatments. Now it’s getting worse.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
What Makes Hawaiʻi Unique? The Answer Can Be Surprisingly Poetic
Submissions to Civil Beat’s fifth Neighborhood Haiku project reveal fresh, albeit brief, insights into island life.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Former Lifeguard Chief Who Sparred With Mayor Is Finalist For His Old Job
After falling out with Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi a year and a half ago, former Ocean Safety Chief John Titchen is interested in getting his job back.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaiʻi’s Green Fee Is Latest Climate Change Effort Challenged By Trump
The Department of Justice wants to join the cruise ship industry’s lawsuit against the state over a new tax on passengers visiting the islands.
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How Hawaiʻi’s Pride Revives The Māhū Spirit
October’s celebration honored and reclaimed a history once nearly erased.