Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
This Deadly Oʻahu Beach Reveals The Challenges Facing Hawaiʻi Lifeguards
More residents drown on the North Shore of Oʻahu than almost anywhere else in the state. Even as the county ramps up resources for lifeguards, it’s a difficult problem to solve.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Jury Awards Sushi Chef $3.15 Million In Case Against Luxury Restaurant Owner
Lawsuit alleged that the head chef of Ala Moana’s Margotto restaurant rained blows and slaps on his sous chef.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Honolulu Water Agency Sues US Navy Over Red Hill Fuel Spill Damage
Suit estimates it is costing $1.2 billion for the Board of Water Supply to clean up and protect Oʻahu’s drinking water wells.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2025
Drones To Patrol From Oʻahu Skies For Illegal Fireworks On July 4th Weekend
New legislation that grew out of the tragedy last New Year’s Eve in Salt Lake provides additional tools for law enforcement to police fireworks use.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Photo Essay: These Keiki Might Save You From Drowning One Day
Every summer, approximately 1,200 keiki spend a week in the Honolulu Ocean Safety Department’s Junior Lifeguard Program. The locations are spread across Oʻahu and fill to capacity almost as soon as registration opens in May.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Low-Flying Helicopter Caused Paraglider Crash At Makapu’u, Lawsuit Claims
A paraglider pilot injured in a 2023 accident is suing an Oʻahu air tour company for negligence.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Ala Wai Harbor Is A Major Tow-Away Zone. Will Better Warning Signs Help?
Repaving is also coming for most of the 900 parking spaces at Hawaiʻi’s largest small boat harbor.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Honolulu Wants To Put More Cameras In Public Parks To Reduce Crime
The City Council hasn’t come up with funding yet for the program and research shows cameras alone may not be effective.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2025
Honolulu’s Effort to Fast-Track Affordable Housing Projects Hasn’t Worked
Developers of much-needed affordable housing are supposed to get permits approved or denied within three months. It’s taking far longer.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Oʻahu Wants To Crack Down On Homeless Bus Riders
Proposed restrictions would discourage people from sheltering in public transit.