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Chad Blair: Draining The Swamp At Hawaii’s Capitol
As the 50th anniversary of the historic building nears, it’s high time to fix the murky reflecting pools.
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Waianae Boat Harbor Residents Try To Stave Off A Homeless Sweep
Some of them gathered at the Capitol on Wednesday to respond to growing criticism of the encampment.
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Bill Would Spare Micronesians A Yearly Trip To The DMV
The Department of Transportation opposes the measure, saying it could render all Hawaii driver’s licenses useless for flying.
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Bill To Regulate Police Officers Clears Another Hurdle
Hawaii is one of the few states without minimum standards for cops, but the Legislature is considering a measure to change that.
Report: Public Is Being Shut Out On Critical State Information
A new study by a public interest law firm says Hawaii is the worst in the nation when it comes to timely decisions on open records and open meetings issues.
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Hawaii’s Resistance To Trump Enters Cyberspace
A bill to encourage net neutrality envisions the possibility of a taxpayer-owned internet service provider.
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Bill Would Require Insurance Coverage Of Emergency Flights To Mainland
Patients who need to travel quickly for organ transplants can pay from $80,000 to $130,000 for air ambulance service.
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Another Delay Sought For Surprise Care Home Inspections
Advocates for the elderly say unannounced inspections are long overdue but state officials foresee problems.
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10 Drownings In 3 Weeks: Will Hawaii Lawmakers Boost Ocean Safety Now?
The rash of deaths on Maui, predominantly visitors, has elected officials searching for solutions.
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Hawaii May Allow Tourists To Buy Medical Marijuana
Lawmakers also may add vaporizers, more potent products and edibles to dispensaries’ product repertoire.