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AG Shikada: 'Hawaii has done its part' to combat ghost guns
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 15, 2022
More than 20 Attorneys General have publicly supported a new federal law requiring buyers of so-called "ghost guns" pass a background check before making a purchase, including Hawaii's AG Holly Shikada.
Family Promise of Hawaii: Working households must choose 'one hardship over another'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jun 20, 2022
As the cost of goods and services continues to rise and become burdensome for the average American, Family Promise of Hawaii is making it clear that help is available, but political decisions and new policies are becoming more important than ever and will have deep ramifications.
Ige: 'The expansion of this marine national monument is politically feasible, culturally supported'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jun 16, 2022
Gov. David Ige recently stressed the importance of preserving and protecting the ocean and coasts around Hawaii in support of a proposal to expand the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument.
Hirono: 'We've made great progress in advancing equity and justice for LGBTQ+ people'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jun 10, 2022
Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) and her colleagues introduced a resolution last week recognizing June as Pride Month.
Hirono 'honored' to help name VA clinic after late senator
By Caleb Lombardo | May 24, 2022
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) says she was "honored" to continue the work of those before her by introducing legislation that would rename a Veterans Administration clinic in Hawaii.
Oahu Homeowner Assistance Fund established to help those 'negatively impacted by the pandemic'
By Caleb Lombardo | Feb 7, 2022
This month, the state of Hawaii announced a program for homeowners on the island of Oahu, which offers assistance to those who have been heavily affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Non-profit proposes development in Hilo: 'We’re proposing a mix of senior and family units'
By Caleb Lombardo | Aug 17, 2021
A new proposal for affordable housing in Hilo has taken another step forward as the results of a draft environmental assessment for a 90-unit housing project for seniors has found no significant impact on the environment.
Schatz: 'I authored a bill that will make it safer for everyone to use our streets' in Hawaii
By Caleb Lombardo | Aug 10, 2021
As walking and biking become increasingly popular modes of transit, U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) has introduced a bill to make those activities safer for citizens in Hawaii.
It's 'the foremost priority for the (HDOA) to isolate and control' bovine tuberculosis on Molokai
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 16, 2021
Ranchers and herds in Hawaii will be facing an especially tricky year navigating bovine tuberculosis, otherwise known as Mycobacterium bovis.
Stricter requirements for unemployment benefits now on tap in Hawaii
By Caleb Lombardo | Jun 1, 2021
The availability of generous unemployment benefits has been a major story during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the unemployed in Hawaii now face stricter requirements if they want to continue collecting the benefits.
Sleep medicine doctor: Naps superior to coffee in boosting energy
By Caleb Lombardo | Apr 23, 2021
Dr. Valerie Cacho, director of sleep medicine at Straub Medical Center, is revealing important information to patients about the effectiveness of napping during the day.
Volcano Heritage Cottages LLC offers 'a peaceful neighborhood and spacious houses' to rent for vacation
By Caleb Lombardo | Apr 11, 2021
Local businesses in Hawaii and around the country have been massively impacted by the pandemic and the effect that the restrictions surrounding the pandemic have had on business.
University of Hawaii nursing professor wins election to Global Health Board
By Caleb Lombardo | Mar 5, 2021
University of Hawaii at Manoa Professor Kristine Qureshi has been selected to be a part of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health Board of Directors, according to a university press release.
Leading Hawaii epidemiologist recommends reopening schools
By Caleb Lombardo | Mar 5, 2021
One of the most heated debates in the pandemic era has been the opening of public schools.
Hawaii budget looks more balanced, but lawmakers still want tax raises
By Caleb Lombardo | Mar 4, 2021
Over the past few months, Hawaii has joined the ranks of the states that have been most heavily impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Newly approved Johnson & Johnson vaccine shipped to Hawaii
By Caleb Lombardo | Mar 4, 2021
This month, Hawaii is expecting nearly 70,000 total vaccines to arrive in the state to help vaccinate the population from the deadly coronavirus.
Hawaii urges residents to review special enrollment period for health care
By Caleb Lombardo | Feb 16, 2021
The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs issued a statement that encouraged Hawaii residents to review the special enrollment period for health care in the state.
CVS Pharmacy to help administer vaccines at a large scale
By Caleb Lombardo | Feb 10, 2021
Throughout the pandemic, CVS Health has been a valuable partner for the government and its vaccination efforts already.
Ige: Mandatory government furloughs no longer necessary
By Caleb Lombardo | Feb 10, 2021
Of all the states in the country, the State of Hawaii is one of the states most heavily impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Honolulu Police disciplinary reports suggest misconduct problem within department
By Caleb Lombardo | Feb 10, 2021
In a report that was recently released detailing disciplinary action taken within the Honolulu Police Department, it was revealed that more officers were disciplined in the year 2020 than in the previous three years.