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John Pritchett: Democracy Dies In Darkness John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: Democracy Dies In Darkness

While some good sunshine bills passed, many of the strongest measures intended to restore public confidence in government died with little explanation in the final days of the 2023 Legislature.

John Pritchett: Benched John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: Benched

CNN's Don Lemon and Fox News' Tucker Carlson were both abruptly fired from their respective networks Monday, and for a variety of reasons that are still unfolding.

John Pritchett: Over The Rainbow John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: Over The Rainbow

Mayor Rick Blangiardi says the first leg of Honolulu’s rail project should be up and running within three months. Yes, three months.

John Pritchett: In The Weeds John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: In The Weeds

Potholes. Litter. Homeless camps. Overgrown grass in medians. Why is Hawaii's largest city so poorly maintained?

John Pritchett: Ruling The Roost John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: Ruling The Roost

Some argue that Hawaii Speaker Scott Saiki is too powerful. Others say that's an exaggeration. But there is little doubt that he's the head of the House.

John Pritchett: Flush Money John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: Flush Money

Consultants working on plans for a new Aloha Stadium racked up millions of dollars in costs including for things like first-class travel. An audit is now planned.

John Pritchett: Sweet Deal John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: Sweet Deal

A city commission appointed by elected officials is proposing big salary increases for some of those very same elected officials.

John Pritchett: Joint Referral John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: Joint Referral

The Hawaii Senate advanced a bill that would legalize the recreational use of small amounts of pakalolo. But will the House of Representatives inhale?

John Pritchett: A Tale Of A Fateful Trip John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023

John Pritchett: A Tale Of A Fateful Trip

The grounding of a luxury vessel on a Maui reef, which leaked diesel fuel, has raised concerns about how to protect coastal waters.