2026 Legislature: Feral Chickens; Insurance Crisis?; Taxes + More
What were Hawaiʻi legislators up to this year?
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Interisland Shipping Rates Set To Rise July 1 After Governor Signs Bill
Young Brothers quickly announced a 3% rate hike soon after the bill was signed. State wharfage fees will rise at the same time, potentially driving up prices even more.
Hawaiʻi Storytellers: Charlie Koh
Hear Charlie Koh’s principles for creating change in a troubled world.
Hawaiʻi Storytellers: Charlotte Madin
Charlotte Madin gives a glimpse into her “mosaic of experiences” as seen through a collage in her room.
Hawaiʻi Storytellers: Olesya Noerper
Olesya Noerper shares how Hawaiʻi shaped her perspective on diversity.
Hawaiʻi Storytellers: Mia Nishiguchi
Mia Nishiguchi shares how Harry Potter, of all things, piqued her interest in politics.
Hawaiʻi Storytellers: Nicholas Nishimura
Nicholas Nishimura has a message for his future children.
Hawaiʻi Storytellers: Gabriel Patelesio
Gabriel Patelesio reflects on his journey from freshman to finding a purpose in serving others.
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Health Officials Are Perplexed By Hawaiʻi Snorkeling Deaths
Snorkeling claims the lives of dozens of tourists each year. Some who lost loved ones or nearly drowned themselves say not enough is done to warn people of the risks.
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Tulsi Gabbard Resigns As Director Of National Intelligence
Gabbard, who was raised in Hawai‘i, said she needed to step away from public service to support her husband in his battle against bone cancer.