First we nuked their islands and then we took control of the whole region. In exchange, Micronesians can move to the U.S. without restriction. And they are coming  — by the tens of thousands — for health care, education and jobs.

Micronesians are coming to the U.S. in large numbers, tapping taxpayers for heath care and social services. We wanted to find out why.

The first Hawaii Storytellers event focuses on stories of Micronesian immigration.

Hawaii and Guam are feeling the effects of thousands of Micronesian immigrants relocating in search of jobs, education and health care. But with the burden on social services comes a rich cultural contribution.

The Hawaii DHS acts in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s action denying a Korab v. McManaman appeal.

Hawaii officials say the decision validates state authority to determine how much state-provided health care noncitizens should receive.