House Republican Minority Floor Leader Diamond Garcia called the Democrats’ proposal a “slap in the face” to struggling working families.

The Aha Moku Advisory Committee weighs in on issues from fishing to military leases, but many think it’s not as effective as it could be.

The Legislature is trying to fill a lot of holes in a constantly shifting landscape.

Top lobbyists often have more influence than the lawmakers themselves who pass or reject their bills.

Lawmakers want to raise awareness about the state’s red flag law, which has been virtually unused in the last six years — despite a significant increase in gun deaths.

Lawyers for the defense and prosecution called the jail to warn that a prisoner was suicidal. Then the inmate hanged himself in a cell.

Sen. Donna Kim and HGEA Director Randy Perreira each say the other is abusive. They should each look in the mirror.

A proposal floated by House Finance Chair Chris Todd would continue much of the tax relief that was promised in 2024.

To raise revenue for its redevelopment, officials of the Hālawa arena want to join the legions of mainland sports venues named for corporate sponsors.