Pop-Up Newsroom
Civil Beat reporters and staff will be working out of various locations across the state.
New popups are added frequently so be sure to check back often!
If you’d like to reach us ahead of a visit or arrange for one in your town, please email: membership@civilbeat.org.
Civil Beat’s pop-up newsrooms are supported by the Hawaii Community Foundation.
Schedule
Stories From Our Pop-Up Newsrooms
Coqui Frogs: Is Haʻikū The New Hilo? Locals Try To Stop The Spread
Frustrated residents say they face a nearly impossible task in stopping the amphibians, as the under-resourced county group tasked with combating invasive species focuses on…
Hilo’s Beloved Banyan Drive Is In Ruins. Could A New Agency Save It?
Lawmakers want a hotel built at Hilo’s airport to meet the housing needs of the Merrie Monarch festival while longer-term efforts to revitalize the once-thriving…
Hawaiʻi Homeowners Need More Options To Get Rid Of All Cesspools By 2050
State lawmakers are taking up a bill this week that would create a low-interest loan program.
Crucial Hawaiʻi County Commissions Stymied By Members’ No-Shows
Planning commissioners are debating new rules to tighten up attendance requirements despite some pushback.
Maui Church Makes Space Amid Pews To House Fire Recovery Volunteers
The cost of renting a place to stay has been prohibitively expensive for some who want to come help the island rebuild. Now, there’s a…
Dark Money Group Blankets Maui In Ads To Influence Vacation Rental Bill
Some Hawai‘i nonprofits are objecting to the mainland organization’s meddling in local politics and overall lack of public transparency.
Nonprofits Want To Help Maui Fire Victims — If They Can Reach Them
Limited communications and continued grief have made it more challenging for nonprofits to connect with survivors who could most benefit from their services.
Researchers: Lahaina Burn Zone May Not Be As Safe As People Think
Maui wildfire survivors living or working in fire-damaged parts of Lahaina are more likely to show evidence of long-term exposure to harmful toxins, according to…
His Life In Lahaina Descended Into Homelessness, Then Death In Fire
Drawn to Maui to surf decades ago, Rex Cole was among four homeless men who went missing during the devastating 2023 fire.
2 Years After Deadly Fire, Lahaina Struggles To Rebuild
Homeowners are running into big gaps between their insurance payouts and the cost to rebuild.
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Videos
OHA At-Large Trustee: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Anyone can participate in the vote for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs at-large trustee.
Kauai County Council: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
The 2024 candidates for Maui County Council answer reporter and audience questions at the Civil Beat Pop-Up event.
Maui County Council: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
The 2024 candidates for Maui County Council answer reporter and audience questions at the Civil Beat Pop-Up event.
House District 41: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Hawaii House District 41 portion of Ewa Beach, Ocean Pointe, Barbers Point
House District 42: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Hawaii House District 42 covers Portions of Varona Village, Ewa, and Kapolei, Fernandez Village
House District 32: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Hawaii House District 32 covers Fort Shafter, Moanalua, Aliamanu, Foster Village and portions of Aiea and Halawa.
House District 38: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Hawaii House District 38 covers portions of Mililani, Waipio Acres and Mililani Mauka.
House District 39: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Hawaii House District 39 includes Royal Kunia, Village Park, Honouliuli, Hoopili and a portion of Waipahu.
House District 50: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Hawaii House District 50 includes Kailua and a portion of Kaneohe Bay.
Senate District 22: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates
Hawaii Senate District 22 includes Ko Olina, Nanakuli, Maili, Waianae, Makaha and Makua.
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