Lisa Keith
Study Shows ‘Glimmer Of Hope’ Against Rapid Ohia Death
Seedlings aren’t dying from the fungal disease — but they’re easily killed by invasive weeds and animals, researchers found.
Courtesy: NOAA/National Marine Sanctuaries
The Latest Threat To Hawaii’s Coral Reefs: A New, Aggressive Algae Species
The algae has swiftly spread like a thick mat off Pearl and Hermes Atoll, smothering and killing coral reefs there, researchers say.
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Agreement Reached To Protect Dwindling Shark Species
Thousands of oceanic whitetip sharks have died in commercial fishing off Hawaii. Now, Wespac will have to devise a plan to better protect them.
Courtesy: NOAA
Hawaii Fish Council Urges Trump To Open Marine Monuments To Fishing
This is the second time Wespac has asked the president to make it easier to fish in and around environmental sanctuaries.
Alana Eagle/Civil Beat
Well-Known Monk Seal Found Dead On Oahu’s Windward Side
UPDATED: COVID-19 restrictions prevented a post-mortem exam to determine the cause of death for R5AY, or “Honey Girl.”
Courtesy: U.S. FWS
How The Endangered Hawaiian Hawk Became A Political Pawn
The Trump administration has launched an all-out assault on federal environmental regulations, including the Endangered Species Act.
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Danny De Gracia: We Must Get Ready For The Climate Change ‘Storm’
Lawmakers and public officials need to do a better job educating Hawaii residents about the effects of sea level rise and changing weather patterns.
Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat/2018
Six Hawaii Companies Cited For Air Pollution Violations
Six Hawaii companies — half of which are electric companies — were fined for violating emission standards.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
2 Wells With Contaminants Still Meet Safe Drinking Standards, DOH Says
Trace amounts of organic chemicals that were found in drinking water during routine testing on Maui and the Big Island are related to former pineapple and sugar cane production.
Claire Caulfield/Civil Beat/2019
Council Passes Landmark Bill Restricting Single-Use Plastics On Oahu
Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell has signaled he supports the bill. Its restrictions on food-vendor plastics would roll out in the next two years.