News Archive

14 Hawaii Candidates Running Unopposed — Want to Challenge Them?

Loren Moreno,

How many candidates will win in Hawaii without a fight? It’s up to you.

Hawaii’s Resign-to-Run Law: Why Some Candidates Must Resign, But Others Don’t

Treena Shapiro,

So why do some candidates have to resign to run?

Reinventing Hawaii’s Round Top

James Cave,

For decades, Puu Ualakaa State Wayside was cared for by one man. Now, its management is changing hands, to a commercial tour company. What the shift means for one of Oahu’s most scenic parks.

Hawaii Political Races to Watch: Can State Sen. Clayton Hee Become the Next Lt. Governor?

Loren Moreno,

The HONOLULU Magazine political team can now project the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor will go— from snooze fest to a race to watch.

How Does Political Public Opinion Polling Work in Hawaii?

HONOLULU's Political Team,

A crash course in Hawaii political polling with Ward Research's Becki Ward.

Hawaii Already Seeing Effects of Climate Change

David Thompson,

Less fresh water, more coastal erosion and degraded coral reefs are among the impacts climate change is already having on Hawaii and other Pacific islands.

CNN Calls Hawaii 'The State That Doesn't Vote,' But What If That Changed?

Treena Shapiro,

Getting Hawaii out of the registered voter basement.

First Time Running for Office in Hawaii? You’ll Need a Candidate Toolkit

Loren Moreno,

Here are some essentials to stock in your candidate toolkit, recommended by political insiders.

Hawaii Lawmakers Approve $40M to Keep Turtle Bay Land From Development

David Thompson,

Hawaii lawmakers agreed to spend $40 million for the Turtle Bay land's preservation.

Editor's Page: Getting It Right

Robbie Dingeman,

This month, thank a teacher who inspired you.

Raising Hawaii's Minimum Wage and Making Kindergarten Mandatory — What Else Did Hawaii Legislators Do for You?

Treena Shapiro,

Here are some top accomplishments of the 2014 Legislature.

Unsolicited Advice: No More Aloha

Katrina Valcourt,

A few months ago, two Oahu crosswalks made headlines when a mystery graffiti writer added eight white lines to each of them, spelling out the word “ALOHA.”