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Hawaiʻi Hemp Growers Say New State Rules Will Put Them Out Of Business Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022

Hawaiʻi Hemp Growers Say New State Rules Will Put Them Out Of Business

The hemp industry says CBD products are vital to its survival, and suggests limiting sales to people 21 and older.

The Long Crusade To Build A West Maui Hospital Hits Another Snag West Maui Hospital Foundation

The Long Crusade To Build A West Maui Hospital Hits Another Snag

The county has backpedaled on an agreement to be the guarantor on bonds authorized by the Legislature.

New Oʻahu Landfill Site Is Above Island’s Water Supply

New Oʻahu Landfill Site Is Above Island’s Water Supply

The Honolulu Board of Water Supply opposes the decision, but the mayor and the director of the Department of Environmental Services think they can prevent leaks.

West Oahu Has A Domestic Violence Crisis. The Cost Of Living Makes It Worse David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

West Oahu Has A Domestic Violence Crisis. The Cost Of Living Makes It Worse

Addressing the problem will take more than an increased police presence.

You Thought $9 For A Dozen Eggs Was Bad? Bird Flu Might Make It Even Worse Courtesy: Lynold Acasio/2022

You Thought $9 For A Dozen Eggs Was Bad? Bird Flu Might Make It Even Worse

Local chickens are in good health — but they face a potential threat.

Data Dive: Hawaii Nursing Home Deficiencies Among Highest In The Nation Getty Images/2024

Data Dive: Hawaii Nursing Home Deficiencies Among Highest In The Nation

The number of average deficiencies in Hawaii nursing homes almost doubled between 2015 and 2023.

Hawaii’s Child Welfare System Needs Major Reform, Report Says Ronen Zilberman/Civil Beat/2021

Hawaii’s Child Welfare System Needs Major Reform, Report Says

The Malama Ohana panel wants an ombudsman’s office to do investigations of deaths or serious injuries to children who received services from CWS.

Report: Navy Mismanagement Led To Red Hill Water Contamination Disaster David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Report: Navy Mismanagement Led To Red Hill Water Contamination Disaster

UPDATED: The federal inspector general found numerous failures in the Navy’s handling of fuel, water and toxic “forever chemicals” at Pearl Harbor. Congressional representatives called the Navy’s conduct “outrageous and unacceptable.”

Honolulu YMCA Ends Rental Subsidies For Long-Term Tenants David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Honolulu YMCA Ends Rental Subsidies For Long-Term Tenants

The organization said it failed to reach its fundraising goal this year and can’t afford to maintain the housing program at the Central Y.

Lead Detected Near Marine Corps Shooting Range Revives Safety Concerns David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Lead Detected Near Marine Corps Shooting Range Revives Safety Concerns

The Marines say the results are nothing to worry about. Their neighbors and the health department have a different view.