Hawaiʻi Will Ban Chlorpyrifos, Establish Meaningful Pesticide Regulations
With Governor Ige's signature, SB3095 will become law and Hawaiʻi will lead the nation in establishing pesticide regulatory policy that protects the health and safety of its people and environment.
Wahine Activists Draw Connections Between Militarized Pacific Places
Pōhakuloa, like other important places across the Asia-Pacific region, is home to a military base with live fire training.
Hawaiʻi Becomes First State to Invest in Elder Care Infrastructure
The newly launched Kupuna Caregivers Program will help working caregivers pay for vital support services for their elderly charges.
Kauaʻi Doctor, ACLU, Sue Over Federal Restrictions on Abortion Medication
The lawsuit alleges medically-unjustified FDA restrictions are pushing abortion medication out of reach of those who need it most.
Kauaʻi Hui Sues Syngenta, DLNR to Protect Kekaha Crown Lands
The complaint accuses the state agency of failing to execute its duties by approving agrochemical industry permits without adequate environmental review.
Red Hill Press Conference Airs Community Concerns
Residents and elected officials call for drinking water resources to be better protected from fuel leaks.
State Legislators Push for Stronger Regulations on Red Hill Fuel Facility
Eighteen state lawmakers sent a joint letter to state and federal regulatory agencies insisting the “real danger” of contamination to drinking water not be ignored.
Hawaiʻi Coalition Urges Congress to Oppose Fast Tracking the TPP
The newly-formed coalition includes groups from the labor rights, environmental protection, Native Hawaiian sovereignty, food justice, and social justice movements.
Rep. Mele Carroll Passes Away
The representative stated many times that serving the people of Hawaiʻi and the 13th House District was a “tremendous honor” that she would never forget.
Union Workers, Community Supporters Will Rally for Better Patient Care
Kaiser union workers currently on strike will be joined by other Local 5 members and community supporters for a march through Waikīkī.
Maui Hospitals Look to Privatization as Potential Solution for Budget Woes
The state’s Maui region public hospitals are hoping to initiate partnership discussions with a private healthcare corporation to try and save the system money in the midst of budget shortfalls.