15 Hawai‘i Books to Read This Summer
Our annual quest to track down this year’s can’t-miss books from local authors and publishers.
Loren Moreno
Do the New Teacher Evaluations Help Improve Hawai‘i’s Public Schools?
The state rolled out its a new-and-improved version of its teacher evaluations in 2015.
A New Generation of Editors Take Over After Founders of Hawai‘i’s Premier Literary Press Retire
Celebrating 35 years of Bamboo Ridge.
The 8 Most Endangered Historic Places in Hawai‘i
The Historic Hawai‘i Foundation, the state Historic Preservation Division and HONOLULU Magazine compile an annual list of some of our state’s most endangered sites.
Reviving the Tiki Tradition: The 14 Best Tiki Bars on O‘ahu
As a ticky tacky tropical sensation, tiki culture is bigger than Hawai‘i.
How a Las Vegas Crooner Won Enough Votes to Help Keep Hawai‘i’s U.S. Senate Race a Nail Biter
Las Vegas entertainer Brian Evans ran for U.S. Senate to bring attention to his mother’s unfortunate death from sleep apnea.
Hawai‘i Races to Watch: Mark Takai’s State House Seat Up for Grabs
Candidates in the House District 33 race in ‘Aiea hope to address rapid redevelopment in the community. Voters will pick between the long-time owner of ‘Aiea Florist and an athletic director.
Layoffs, Budget Cuts and Aloha Tower: What’s Next for Hawaii Pacific University?
Hawaii’s largest private university steadily expanded for decades in downtown Honolulu, but the economic downturn has brought challenges. A change in leadership, job cuts, a sharp jump in tuition, and faculty and staff job cuts have shaken Hawaii Pacific University, even as it embarks on an ambitious plan to develop Aloha Tower Marketplace as its new core.
Texting While Driving in Hawai‘i? Watch Out For These Most Common Times and Places to Get Fined
It took lawmakers a year to revise a bill cracking down on drivers using mobile devices. We asked for a year’s worth of citations to uncover the most common places and times to get a ticket. Consider yourself warned.
Races to Watch: Ewa Voters Oust Veteran Lawmaker
‘Ewa must choose between a professor, a construction manager and former City Councilmember.
5 Reasons Hanabusa Filed a Lawsuit to Delay Big Island Election
U.S. Rep. Colleen Hanabusa has filed a motion in Circuit Court to delay the makeup election in Puna. Here’s her argument.
9 Reasons Neil Abercrombie Lost the Hawaii Governor’s Race
Neil Abercrombie is the first elected Democratic governor in the state of Hawaii to lose his bid for re-election.
Calling All Hawaii Voters: Last Chance to Cast Your Ballot Early
Avoid the lines and potential stormy weather on primary day by voting early.
23 Outdoor Hawai‘i Adventures to Enjoy Now
Hawaii is a beautiful place. Don’t let tourists have all the fun.
Gov. Abercrombie and Ige Unveil Dueling Plans for Hawaii’s Future
Compare state Sen. David Ige’s 11 points vs. Gov. Neil Abercrombie’s 16 issues.
Trail Mix: Gov. Neil Abercrombie Resurrects Yellow Cab in New TV Ad
Each week, HONOLULU Magazine’s political team compiles a mix of observations about Hawaii politics.
Hawaii’s Young Guns
Meet Honolulu’s new generation of gun owners.
What Is “Defend Hawaii”?
Entrepreneurs behind the popular street brand Defend Hawaii unload about the idea behind the icon.
Trail Mix: Hawaii Candidates Endorsed by Hawaii Five-0 Star and Former Governors
Each week, HONOLULU Magazine’s political team compiles a mix of observations about Hawaii politics.
Best of Honolulu 2014
Discover all Best of Honolulu’s winners, both editorial and reader picks.
Trail Mix: Hawaii Political Candidates Step Up Ad Campaigns
Each week, HONOLULU Magazine’s political team compiles a mix of observations about Hawaii politics. Here are our notes from this week, ending June 27.
Is David Ige About to Oust Gov. Neil Abercrombie?
Surprising results in recent polls raise questions about this race and polling methods.
Where to Watch Hawaii Political Candidates Debate On TV
Hawaii candidates for Governor and the U.S. Senate will face off in primary debates on local TV.
Trail Mix: Aiona Proposes Homeless Court, Tsutsui Pokes Fun at His Name
Each week, HONOLULU Magazine’s political team compiles a mix of observations about Hawaii politics. Here are our notes from this week, ending June 20.
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