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Schatz reintroduces legislation to 'increase federal resources and expand federal benefits for workers' in creative fields

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) reintroduced the Promoting Local Arts and Creative Economy Workforce (PLACE) Act, legislation that would support workers and small businesses in creative industries by increasing federal resources and expanding federal benefits for those using creativity and skill in their employment.


Project Hawaii's volunteers are helping homeless children on three islands: 'We don't just give handouts'

Project Hawaii, Inc., an award-winning nonprofit organization, has encouraged volunteers to join them and support homeless children in Hawaii since 2003.


Hawaii launches savings program for disabled citizens: 'The disability community fought long and hard to change this'

Gov. David Ige (D) announced the launch for the ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) savings program with the aim of helping the eligible disabled citizens of Hawaii save money and, at the same time, not jeopardize any of the state or federal disability benefits that they are already entitled to.


Ige talks about 'the silver linings of the pandemic' at COP26 Climate Change Conference in Scotland

Gov. David Ige (D) participated in several events at the COP26 Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland.


Hawaii Tourism Authority releases visitor satisfaction survey results comparing travel pre- and post-pandemic

The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) has released the final results of its visitor satisfaction survey taken by people visiting from the Continental U.S. who traveled to Hawaii between Oct. 1 and Oct. 5 of this year.


U.S. Geological Survey: Eruption at Kīlauea is an 'awe-inspiring event'

Of the five volcanoes on the Big Island, Kīlauea has always been considered the most active one, as demonstrated once again through a recent eruption.


Kaiser Permanente, union reach agreement to avoid strike

A tentative agreement has been reached between Kaiser Permanente and the Alliance of Health Care Unions.


Kumukahi Health + Wellness: 'We don't have any judgment on the lifestyles of our participants and our clients'

Kumukahi Health + Wellness has its principles rooted in harm reduction, and the organization has been serving the people of the Big Island since 1985 with locations in Hilo and Kailua-Kona.


Hawaii Diaper Bank is helping low-income families with basic needs: 'There is no federal assistance for diapers and wipes'

Hawaii Diaper Bank, founded by Jessica Histo in 2016, has made over 850,000 donations since its inception, of which over 250,000 were diapers, which were given to 15 partner organizations, serving an average of 320 children per month.


Malama O Puna is a nonprofit protecting Hawaii's precious heritage and unique environment: 'We are in the trenches'

Malama O Puna is a Hawaiian nonprofit corporation that aims to provide a critical habitat for the region's native species and also to teach future generations about how to preserve the environment.


Kamuela teacher shares his wisdom after teaching at the Parker School for 26 years: 'It's constantly surprising'

Kiyoshi Najita is an educator at the Parker School, where he has been for 26 years, teaching English, songwriting and philosophy.


Health and Wellness Essentials of Hawaii helps folks get back on their feet while in recovery

People who have substance abuse problems face a lot of hurdles while they are on their journey of recovery, especially when it comes to transitioning back to normal life in society.


Three Ring Ranch exotic animal sanctuary: 'We provide a lifetime home for our residents'

The only licensed United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) animal sanctuary in Hawaii, Three Ring Ranch was established in 1998 by Ann and Norm Goody.


UH women's volleyball coach says it was a 'team effort' in their gritty performance against Dominican University

The University of Hawaii at Hilo women's volleyball team, the Vulcans, attributed their stellar win to strong teamwork, which ultimately earned them five wins against the Dominican University Penguins.


University of Hawaii graduate student is a Top 30 Candidate for NCAA Women of the Year: 'It feels amazing'

Bria Beale, a graduate student at the University of Hawaii (UH) at Hilo, will continue in the running for the 2021 NCAA Women of the Year.


Schatz makes higher education more accessible: 'Everyone deserves a chance to rebuild their life'

College applications previously included criminal history questions, which often prevented many with a criminal record from going back to school.