National Nuclear Commission
Besides trying to right past wrongs, these young people are using the legacy of nuclear testing to embrace their culture and educate others.
US Embassy Kolonia/White House
Negotiators have yet to talk about nuclear waste in the Marshall Islands, and restoring Medicaid isn’t part of the conversation.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
The U.S. has also named negotiators for the treaties with three Pacific nations that officials say are critical to American national security interests.
Anita Hofschneider for AP
About 3,000 islanders are expected to get payments ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 for their suffering at the hands of Japan during World War II.
Tamara Greenstone Alefaio
The Runit Dome in the Marshall Islands is cracked and in danger of spilling its radioactive contents into the Pacific Ocean.
Some want the Trump administration to act with more urgency in renegotiating existing treaties, which provide critical support to the tiny island nations.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat
If not, the congressman says renewal of the U.S treaties with three Micronesian nations may be at risk.
Jessica Terrell/Civil Beat
Honolulu attorney Laurie Loomis is under scrutiny from professional regulators, but a broader inquiry by federal and state law enforcement agencies is warranted.
Jessica Terrell/Civil Beat
The Office of Disciplinary Counsel said a Civil Beat story triggered the investigation into attorney Laurie Loomis.
