Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.

The No Kings rally in Washington, D.C., was peaceful and plainly patriotic.

The proposed stadium itself is shrinking in size, but plans for surrounding development are shrouded in secrecy.

The Honolulu Charter Commission is seeking ideas on how to improve city government. But time is running out for residents to get their suggestions in.

While their constituents worry about services during the government shutdown, U.S. House members haven’t convened since Sept. 19.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.

Hawaiʻi is about to start paying its lawmakers a lot more money. In some other states that has meant more months in session and full-time work.

The big real estate trusts pay little or no state corporate income tax on the money they earn.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.

The Office of Information Practices has finally formally acknowledged court rulings on hiring, firing and evaluating top public officials.