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The Sunshine Interview: Political Pundits Pontificate On The 2026 Elections Screenshot/2026

The Sunshine Interview: Political Pundits Pontificate On The 2026 Elections

Get in the swing of this year’s elections with these thoughts from three of our most quotable political experts.

Aloha By Zippy’s Stadium? Oʻahu Venue Naming Rights Could Be At Play David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Aloha By Zippy’s Stadium? Oʻahu Venue Naming Rights Could Be At Play

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

‘Just Break The Chicken’s Neck’: Bill Would Let Residents Kill Feral Chickens Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat

‘Just Break The Chicken’s Neck’: Bill Would Let Residents Kill Feral Chickens

Hawaiʻi lawmakers are weighing tougher ways to deal with the feral birds, as residents complain about noise, mess, and growing flocks. 

Campaign Reform Is Forcing Lawmakers To Raise More Cash In Non-Election Years April Estrellon/Civil Beat/2025

Campaign Reform Is Forcing Lawmakers To Raise More Cash In Non-Election Years

Joint fundraisers in odd-numbered years are more prevalent than they used to be.