Candidate Q&A: State House District 28 – Anthony Nagatani
“In our district, new housing has to be built over sewer and flood infrastructure laid before statehood, so builders have to fix what’s beneath, and that cost gets passed to us in higher rents.”
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Storms, Civility And Affordability: State Senate District 10 Candidate Q&As
House member for East Honolulu district is making a move on the incumbent senator for the same area.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Honolulu Honeybees Are Swarming. Yes, That’s A Good Thing
The prevalence of wild, swarming honeybees is concerning for many. But for some, including researchers, it’s a sign of good environmental health.
Candidate Q&A: State Senate District 10 – Jackson Sayama
“Rather than a blanket mandate, I believe fiscal analysis should be done by request for specific measures that require them.”
Candidate Q&A: State Senate District 10 – Les Ihara
“I believe the Legislature needs a civic culture in which members support civic norms in the legislative process.”
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Unopposed For Reelection, Honolulu Budget Chair Isn’t Afraid To Fight Admin
Council member Val Okimoto has charged into public disputes against powerful members of the city administration.
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Honolulu Rail Riders Face Persistent Station And Elevator Closures
Three years after opening, the city’s Skyline transit system has endured its share of operational hiccups.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Westside Families And Community Safety: State House District 45 Candidate Q&As
Two partisan candidates are facing off in the West Oʻahu race.
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Drains, Schools And Public Trust: State House District 46 Candidate Q&As
The central Oʻahu district was hard hit in the recent Kona low storms.
Candidate Q&A: State House District 46 – Daniel Gabriel
“No longer can we tolerate career politicians setting their own pay, benefits and padding their nests.”