Bold Ways to Fix Our City
HONOLULU contributor Mary Vorsino spoke to key leaders about addressing some of Honolulu’s most pressing problems. Here are their ideas in their own words.
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Listen Up! Hawai‘i Podcasts You Need to Hear
These community-minded podcasts can help cut through the confusion of our state’s most pressing concerns.
Advocating for Native Hawaiian Programs Amid Federal Cuts
Federal cuts and policy shifts are threatening various programs that support Native Hawaiian health care, housing, education and more.
Kaukau and Kūkākūkā: A Talk with Hawai‘i State Senator Brenton Awa
Thankfully, Hawai‘i state Sen. Brenton Awa’s colorless lunch didn’t keep him from saying some colorful things.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: March 27–April 2, 2025
Celebrate Prince Kūhiō’s birthday, watch films about Lāhainā, sample ‘ono food, attend an author talk and more.
Q&A With Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto
In her third try, in 2024, Kim Coco Iwamoto finally defeated longtime incumbent Scott Saiki to represent District 25 in the Hawai‘i House of Representatives, which includes Ala Moana, Kaka‘ako and Downtown. We check in as part of ongoing discussions with local leaders.
2024 Sour Poi Awards
A look back at the mind-boggling, maddening and mystifying news of a tumultuous year.
What Happens Now to Hawai‘i’s Military-Leased Lands?
Sixty years ago, the military leased thousands of acres of state land for $1. Talks are underway now to renew those leases.
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Playbook
Mayor Rick Blangiardi discusses his second-term strategy to tackle our city’s most critical issues.
PBS Hawai‘i Town Hall: Voting for the First Time
Join us for Kākou: Hawai‘i’s Town Hall to hear from young voters, why they’re voting for the first time and the issues that matter to them.
Vote for Leadership, Action, Results
You have until Aug. 10 to vote in the primary election.
Green Day–HONOLULU Sits Down With Governor Josh Green
With an endless slate of troubles and a rare budget surplus, Governor Josh Green talks about his incongruous journey, open-access style of governing and unwavering mission.
Green Day
With an endless slate of troubles and a rare budget surplus, Governor Josh Green talks about his incongruous journey, open-access style of governing and unwavering mission.
PBS Hawai‘i to Hold Town Hall on Expanded Gun Rights
PBS Hawai‘i leads a community discussion on Thursday, March 30, in the latest installment of their Kākou series.
Interview: Governor Josh Green
Contributing editor Don Wallace sat down with Hawai‘i Governor Josh Green on February 1, 2023 for our April cover story. Read the full interview here.
2022 Sour Poi Awards
A look back at the hair-raising, head-scratching and sometimes humorous news you may have missed.
What Do Some Hawai‘i Voters Stick into Their Ballot Envelopes?
Sometimes they include notes, apologies and random surprises.
Vote Now to be Counted by Nov. 8 Deadline for Hawai‘i Elections
Residents can still vote by mail, in-person or register and vote on the same day.
How to Register to Vote in Hawai‘i and Check if Your Ballot was Counted for the Primary and General Elections
Vote by mail or in-person by Aug. 13 for the primary, and Nov. 8 for the general election.
Leading Wāhine: Sylvia Luke Serves as a Role Model for Lawmakers
Striving to transform into a new kind of lieutenant governor who works more as a chief operating officer.
Leading Wāhine: Pat Saiki Encourages Women to Persevere
Advocating for women as a state and federal lawmaker.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Want to Get Elected on O‘ahu?
Here’s a look back at April 1977.
