The state had accused the companies of failing to warn that Plavix — one of the most widely prescribed blood thinners — was either less effective or completely ineffective in people of certain ethnic backgrounds. Read more
The settlement ends over a decade of litigation over the companies’ failure to warn that Plavix was less effective or ineffective in Asian American, Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian populations. Read more
A new online dashboard Opens in a new tab — released Wednesday in beta test form — now gives the public access to a growing network of weather and climate monitoring stations across Hawaii, providing critical near-real-time data for everything from forecasting and farming to fire prevention and public safety. Read more
If you aren’t sure whether your driver’s license or state ID has a gold star in a circle, you might want to double- check your wallet before heading to the airport. Read more
Thirteen states require the teaching of tribal nations’ histories in public schools, including laws passed with broad bipartisan support. Read more
A seven-year federal grant awarded in 2018 to support college and career readiness in 25 public high schools and 35 public middle schools across Hawaii is set to expire — and education officials are concerned it might not be renewed. Read more
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Even as his soulful voice reaches fans across the globe, Thunderstorm Artis still answers calls with an 808 number. Read more
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi says he is angry and disgusted after the newly renovated playground at Wahiawa District Park was set ablaze Thursday night. Read more
Looming tariff hikes that have already begun to affect shipping routes and consumer behavior could have outsized effects in Hawaii, where nearly all goods must be imported — many of them from China. Read more
In response to ongoing transportation challenges, the state Department of Education is implementing proactive measures to minimize disruptions and expand options for the upcoming 2025-26 school year — an early move, compared with last school year. Read more
The pending change is causing anxiety for Hawaii residents not only in default on their student loans, but also those who are relying on them now for their education. Read more
Schools in Hawaii and nationwide continue to navigate a rapidly shifting legal landscape under President Donald Trump’s second administration, which has taken a strong stance against race-based programs in education. Read more
The victim has been identified as Patrick Gideon John-Bruce Dalrymple-Collins of Pahoa. Read more
HPD warns the public not to approach Meafou and ask anyone with information about his whereabouts to call 911 or CrimeStoppers. Read more
In a letter sent to Trump on Friday, U.S. Rep. Ed Case decried the potential ecological and environmental harm caused by seabed mining. Read more
The removal of the materials also mitigated risks to marine life and the health of the coastal ecosystem, which had been threatened by the decaying debris. Read more
A federally funded environmental justice project in Waianae has stalled since the Environmental Protection Agency froze a $3 million grant, halting efforts to empower Native Hawaiian communities and investigate long-standing water quality concerns tied to cesspools and landfills. Read more
From tidal back-flow in storm drains to collapsing walkways, Waikiki’s shoreline faces a multifaceted crisis: chronic erosion, sea level rise, land subsidence (sinking) and pressure from infrastructure built along an unstable coast. Read more
Dolan Eversole of the University of Hawaii says political will is necessary to fund a restoration and mitigation plan, with estimates ranging from $30 million to $60 million depending on the scale and materials. Read more
According to the House Bill 698, 70% of violent criminals began by abusing animals, and animal cruelty often co- occurs with other serious offenses, including domestic violence and child abuse. Read more
One of the most pressing issues for UH is the future of funding for the John A. Burns School of Medicine and the UH Cancer Center. Read more
