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Kahele says inaction from U.S. Supreme Court is 'inexcusable' and 'a radical attack' on reproductive rights
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 21, 2021
A Hawaii congressman is speaking out about the U.S. Supreme Court's refusal to step in and stop the recent abortion law in Texas from taking effect earlier this month.
Hawaiian Airlines aims to help refugees from Afghanistan, putting 'the aloha spirit in action'
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 15, 2021
In an effort to help thousands of Afghan refugees fleeing their country after the Taliban has taken over, Hawaiian Airlines is lending a hand.
Hirono on Texas' restrictive abortion law: 'Collective action is needed to defend our rights'
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 15, 2021
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) is speaking out against a restrictive abortion law that recently went into effect in Texas.
Hawaii lawmakers want 'truly transformative' child tax credit expansion to become permanent
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 15, 2021
A new child tax credit program is working effectively in Hawaii, and some lawmakers want it to become permanent.
FDA approves Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine: 'It may give people the needed encouragement to sign up'
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 1, 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first vaccine to fight COVID-19, now called Comirnaty.
Almost 88% of Hawaii employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19: 'We're leading by example'
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 1, 2021
Hawaii has a high percentage of fully vaccinated state employees, but those who interact with the public have a lower rate of vaccination.
Schatz introduces legislation to fight cybercrime and 'equip us with the data we need to go after criminals'
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 1, 2021
New proposed legislation aims to stop cybercrimes as more people lose money to scams each year.
'We must do everything possible': Legislation introduced to help homeowners after natural disasters
By Valerie Bonk | Jul 11, 2021
Several members of Congress -- from Florida, Virginia, Texas, Colorado and Louisiana -- have introduced legislation to help those recovering from natural disasters.
'Tireless warriors for equality:' Hirono and Matsui reintroduce legislation to combat harassment in education
By Valerie Bonk | Jul 11, 2021
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) and U.S. Rep. Doris Matsui (D-California) reintroduced legislation to combat harassment and discrimination in education.
Schatz and Brown introduce bill to 'provide targeted support services to community college students'
By Valerie Bonk | Jul 11, 2021
A new bill introduced by U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) and U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) would help community college students to be able to afford their education and, in turn, graduate on time.
Fireworks extravaganza to take place on Hawaii's Big Island: 'A real good and safe 4th of July'
By Valerie Bonk | Jul 1, 2021
Fireworks displays are back on the Big Island, as the County of Hawaii Department of Parks and Recreation announced its celebrations to commemorate Independence Day.
County of Hawaii has more than two dozen immediate permanent and temporary positions open
By Valerie Bonk | Jun 24, 2021
The County of Hawaii, including Hilo and Kailua-Kona, has dozens of permanent and temporary positions open and available for job seekers immediately.
Hawaii woman born with disability creates production company to 'engage, entertain and empower people with disabilities'
By Valerie Bonk | Jun 22, 2021
Pauline Victoria of Hilo, Hawaii, was born without arms and legs -- but that didn't stop her from owning her own business or helping others with disabilities find their way.