Local Government
New Task force targets elder abuse
The Prosecutor's office has created an elder abuse unit dedicated increasing public awareness of crimes against those over 60 years of age and prosecuting those guilty of such crimes. It's not something... Read more » 
Bus Stop Homeless Target Of Proposed Ordinance
Measure would prohibit sleeping and other activities Read more » 
UH Measuring Carbon Footprint
University signs agreement to voluntarily monitor output of greenhouse gases Read more » Honolulu Airport lane closures for MayThe next phase of construction is about to get underway for a new parking structure at Honolulu airport. There will be lane closures around the airport property starting monday and continuing... Read more » 
Aloha, Scott Ishikawa
He is without question one of the most visible state employees in Hawaii. From natural disasters to man-made blunders --- State Department of Transportation spokesman Scott Ishikawa was always available.... Read more » 
Hawaii Law to Sell Only Fire Safe Cigarettes
Cigarettes are the leading cause of home fatalities in the U-S. Killing between 700-900 people a year. "I've been to fires where somebody had fallen asleep on the couch, once a cigarette takes... Read more » 
Lingle Against Intervention
Governor will not use emergency powers after Aloha Cargo’s collapse Read more » 
Maui has options for getting goods off and on the island
Many people across the state are left wondering what’s next, after 85 % of Hawaii's air cargo service has evaporated. One neighbor island appears to be in better shape than others. The Hawaii Superferry... Read more » 
Hawaii’s Firearm Death Rate Lowest In Nation
Group credits ranking to state’s strict gun laws Read more » 
New Campaign Sign Regulations
State Legislators are considering new regulations for campaign signs. "Any sign over two by four feet would be prohibited by the law. In addition to that you can't have more than 16 square feet of sign... Read more » 
More Voggy conditions linger over islands
As far as the eye could see, Vog covered our islands and, the winds haven't provided much of a break. It was another hazy day in Hilo, where volcanic emissions linger, forcing some residents to look... Read more » 
Bill to Stop the Spread of Invasive Species
The spread of invasive species in Hawaii is a threat the Department of Agriculture takes seriously. Coqui Frogs are called the plague on the Big Island and some say Fire Ants are an even... Read more » 
Plans to Optimize Traffic Signals
Traffic is one of the biggest headaches for Oahu residents. And city officials want to help provide more options. The boat was developed, the mass transit project... Read more » 
Heavy Response To Anti-Rail Petition
Organizers say response to grassroots campaign is “overwhelming” Read more » 
Rail Opponents: “Let The People Vote”
Group opposed to light rail system kicks off petition drive Read more » 
Financial Aid For Former Del Monte Workers
State program will help with rent and mortgage payments Read more » 
Hannemann Says Rail Is It
Mayor says there’s nothing Council can do to stop choice of light rail for mass transit Read more » 
Auditor said state favored Superferry over environment
The state auditor says the Hawaii Department of Transportation compromised environmental standards in favor of the Hawaii Superferry. In the first of 2 reports, state auditor Marion Higa blasted the... Read more » 
Farrington's Dream Team wins National award
Farrington High School's "Dream Team" hit the jackpot. The group of eight students won a national award for getting its environmental message out on a global scale. The students in the challenge were... Read more » 
City Council Train Wreck
It's being called a city council train wreck. When asked tonight to vote on which technology is best for Oahu's proposed fixed guideway system, the council could not... Read more » National Government
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