Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
State Rep. Bob McDermott Running For US Senate
The GOP lawmaker wants to unseat Democrat Brian Schatz and shut down the Red Hill fuel facility.
Kuʻu Kauanoe/Civil Beat/2020
Hawaii Democrats: Rep. Case Does Not Reflect Party’s Values And Principles
The congressman is criticized for his stance on Build Back Better, but Case says the party mischaracterizes his position and never bothered to call him.
Ludwig Laab/Civil Beat/2021
The Maui Charter Commission Is Weighing 85 Changes To County Government
Later this month members of the public can comment on the proposed amendments, which if approved by voters would reform county elections, policing, zoning and more.
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West Hawaii May Get House Seat As Reapportionment Shake-Up Continues
The Big Island could have eight seats in the 51-member Hawaii House as the state redistricting process continues and new maps emerge.
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Maui Council Calls On Navy To Remove Red Hill Fuel Storage Tanks
The largely symbolic resolution lends the county’s support to the state Department of Health’s directive to suspend operations.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Honolulu’s Republican Party Told To Move Fundraiser Off Army Base
The event at Schofield Barracks was to feature mainland party activist Scott Presler, described in reports as anti-Muslim.
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The Big Island Is Set To Gain A House Seat As Reapportionment Restarts
New legislative maps could be out as soon as next week, and public comment is sought.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
McDermott Leaving Hawaii House, Daughter-In-Law To Seek Seat
The longtime Republican lawmaker will soon announce his future intentions.
Ku'u Kauanoe/Civil Beat/2021
Hawaii Is Beefing Up Its Potential To Produce More Meat Locally
A billionaire’s investment in the state’s biggest slaughterhouses and a shift to more grass-fed operations could help ranchers keep their cattle in the islands after years of sending them to the mainland.
Screenshot: Hawaii Reapportionment Commission/2021
New Data From US Military Could Restart Reapportionment Process
At stake is a House seat that could move from Oahu to the Big Island.