Andrew Richard Hara
‘Left To Struggle’: Hawaiʻi Parents’ Long Wait For Paid Family Leave
Several bills over the years have been pared back to studies and advocates are impatient. But the state says it must get it right.
DLNR
Beyond The Burn Zone: Maui Wildfires Cause Widespread Mental Health Issues
New research shows housing displacement and income loss were central drivers of psychological harm.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Hawaiʻi Lawmakers Push Back On Green’s Plan To Defer Tax Cuts
A proposal floated by House Finance Chair Chris Todd would continue much of the tax relief that was promised in 2024.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Controversial Developer Ousted As Manager of Downtown ‘Hell Hole’ Building
The curtain is closing on Chad Waters’ leading role at 1136 Union Mall.
Hawaii News Now/2020
Maui Cops Could Still Aid Feds Despite Council Immigration Concerns
Activists say there’s a way out of the agreement with the FBI if the council really wants to take it.
Hawaii News Now/2020
National Fight Over Immigration Enforcement Roils Maui County
County’s agreement with FBI provokes alarm among activists and, now, council members
Ben Angarone/Civil Beat/2026
‘Incredibly Frustrating’: Affordable Oʻahu Rentals Sit Empty For 10 Months
As the city housing program behind it comes under the microscope, the Makiki building has struggled to clear the last bureaucratic hurdles.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Honolulu ‘Hell-Hole’ Building Now Without Water
Despite the deteriorating condition of the building, embattled Honolulu developer Chad Waters is defending his record of managing 1136 Union Mall.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2016
Hawaiʻi’s Cost Of Living Is High. But There’s Another Huge Problem
A recent UH report likens Hawaiʻi’s economy to that of West Virginia — another place being “left behind.”
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu Bus, Rail Fares Set To Go Up This Summer
Council members voted Wednesday to boost the cost of an adult bus pass by $10 a month, along with other price hikes.