Supreme Court Questions State’s Ability to Arrange Elections Commission Meeting
The Hawaiʻi Supreme Court frowned upon the state’s arguments that a meeting of commissioners could not somehow be arranged.
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Candidate Proposes Expanding Vocational and Healthcare Pathways
Kelly Kitashima, a candidate for the State Senate District 18 seat, has proposed expanding vocational, building trades, and healthcare pathways. The candidate also emphasized the need to improve aging facilities…
Senate Proposes Delay for Judicial Nominations
Supporters of a Nov. 3 ballot measure argue it will allow senators more scheduling flexibility and save the state money.
Maui Mayor Bissen Under Criminal Investigation, Police Chief Says
Maui Police Chief John Pelletier stated that he believes he was placed on leave because of ongoing investigations into corruption within the mayor’s office. Pelletier made the comments during a…
Candidate Proposes Splitting DPP into Permitting and Planning Departments
In a recent candidate Q&A, Tyler Dos Santos-Tam, Honolulu City Council Member District 6, proposed splitting the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) into two separate departments. Dos Santos-Tam stated,…
Candidate Says District 44 Faces Growing Community Needs
Charla Weaver, a candidate for the State House District 44 seat, stated that the biggest issue facing the district is that the community’s needs have outgrown the resources and infrastructure…
Council District 5 Candidates Want to Build A More Resilient Puna
Candidates running in Hawaii’s Council District 5 have highlighted the importance of infrastructure improvements in Puna. They note that what is taken for granted in other communities is needed in…
Guide Outlines Key Issues in Hawaiʻi’s 2026 Elections
Honolulu Civil Beat has released a guide outlining the key issues and races to watch in Hawaiʻi’s 2026 elections. The article, authored by Chad Blair, aims to help voters understand…