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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.