News from December 2022








Green: 'When we come together, we can meet any challenge'

Hawaii Gov. Josh Green began his term as the ninth governor of the state with a message of unification for Hawaii to be one ‘ohana, or one family.


Hawaii's Schatz on new law to study marijuana: 'We need more research to learn about marijuana's potential health benefits'

A bill co-authored by U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) to expand research into marijuana-derived medications was recently signed into law by President Joe Biden.


Hirono: 'Hawaii’s national wildlife refuges play a crucial role in protecting many endangered species'

The 50th anniversaries of the Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge on Kauai and Pearl Harbor National Wildlife Refuge on Oahu are being recognized by the U.S. Senate.


Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 16 per day over past week

New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were down 6.1% over the past two weeks, with the average number of daily cases over the past week reaching 16, according to data from the state’s Department of Health.


Hawaii DBEDT's McCartney: October visitor figures indicate 'our tourism industry continues towards a positive recovery'

Hawaii’s visitor statistics continue to approach pre-pandemic numbers despite rising inflation and a struggling stock market.








Hawaii County Council will meet Dec. 5

Hawaii County Council will meet at 3 p.m., Monday, Dec. 5


Hawaii County Council will meet Dec. 5

Hawaii County Council will meet at 9 a.m., Monday, Dec. 5