Off the news: Hawaii seaglider initiative gains momentum
Three state entities have joined in a push to make seagliders the newest form of interisland transport. Read more
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Editorial: Best medicine for viruses is caution
The fear of COVID-19, which once reshaped the way Hawaii residents regarded seasonal gatherings, seems now a thing of the past. Read more
Column: Secure Hawaii’s energy future through efficiency and unity
As we navigate a future of uncertainty in federal energy policy, one thing remains clear: energy efficiency offers stability and solutions in a complex world. Read more
Off the news: HPD to run DUI checkpoints in new year
Here’s a worrisome stat that will, hopefully, make drinkers think twice this holiday season: Over the past two months, Honolulu police have arrested 1,302 impaired drivers. Read more
Letter: Make real effort to rid isles of invasive species
The recent environmental report from Washington regarding the eradication of “murder hornets” brought both hope and despair. Read more
Letter: Fix crosswalks before building Ala Wai bridge
The Ala Wai Ala Pono Bridge should be delayed until all the streets and crosswalks are repaired in and around Waikiki. Read more
Letter: Wahiawa library plan disregards vital services
The Wahiawa Public Library has been at its current location since 1965. Not only does it lend thousands of books every month, it is a thriving community center for dozens of free events each year and provides the public with access to the internet. Read more
Letter: Social Security Fairness act ensures full benefits
Since 1982, public workers receiving non-Social Security Administration government pensions, who work other jobs covered by Social Security, do not receive their full SSA benefits upon retirement due to the Windfall Elimination Provision. Read more
Letter: Billionaires aren’t the real victims, but we are
Billionaires will no longer have to buy politicians to get what they want from the government. Now they are being paid to get what they want as Donald Trump’s appointees. Read more
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Editorial: Hope burns bright in times of despair
Politically, this has been a dark time, with wars raging on in Gaza and Ukraine and numerous conflict zones less prominent in western headlines — Myanmar, Sudan and Yemen among these. Read more
Off the news: New ethics fine schedule proposed
A process to dispute alleged violations will continue, but this schedule would formalize certain fines and streamline the process of resolving penalties when violations are not contested. Read more
Column: Sustainability is focus of Capitol revamp
The centerpiece of the renovation is the redesign of the Capitol’s reflecting pools, which, for 55 years, have served as a visual reminder of Hawaii’s maritime roots. Read more
Off the news: Consider serving on neighborhood board
The neighborhood boards are advisory in nature, but provide feedback and sway on issues such as public capital improvement projects and zoning concerns. Read more
Letter: Be free to spread joy and hope this season
Let us, in this season of anticipation, seek love, joy, faith and hope by giving to the other by gift, touch and smile. Read more
Letter: Public transportation to stadium is much needed
It is time to step up to the plate and make transportation available to games for those who have issues and those who do not have issues. Read more
Letter: Situation in Gaza all the worse for women, girls
An articulate and desperate Palestinian-American gentleman with relatives in Gaza struggling to live even one more day discoursed about the “unlivability” of Gaza for now many, many months. Read more
Letter: More funds for Honolulu Zoo, less for useless boondoggles
It is very distressing that this tarnished jewel, which with Kapiolani Park anchors one end of our primary tourism magnet, has become so timeworn and shabby. Read more
Off the news: Ocean Safety Commission seeks candidates
Thanks to a City Charter amendment successfully passed in November’s election, a new Ocean Safety Commission is being created. Read more
Column: Permanent disaster relief for Lahaina
As survivors and organizers in the aftermath of the August 2023 Lahaina fire, we witnessed firsthand the devastating challenges of rebuilding our community. Read more
Editorial: Eddie proof sports tourism has legs
A palpable air of excitement and anticipation settled over Honolulu this past weekend, as it became likely that the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational surfing contest would be a go. Read more
Off the news: New state tax plan to benefit many in 2025
Just in time for Christmas, here’s a little present for working folks: Take-home pay should show a bit of a bump in the new year. Read more
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