Federal COVID-19 relief funds helped local groups coordinate outreach to better serve kupuna who were often isolated during the pandemic.

Ripple effects and unintended consequences, especially in a down economy, have become driving factors in the debate over a minimum wage.

The challenge of this year is reflected in new statewide data showing 20% of Hawaii’s students are at “high risk” for chronic absenteeism.

Even as benefits programs expand and school meal programs shift, food insecurity is expected to continue to grow in the islands.