The federally funded Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) can be a lifeline for low-income families with young children, providing vouchers for high-nutrition foods that are hard to afford on a tight budget. Read more
Last April, nonprofit ocean safety and education organization Na Kama Kai went high-profile for its event, Hoakea Mauka to Makai at Pokai Bay, with a special appearance by Hawaiian voyaging canoe Hokulea. Read more
It’s just three weeks into spring, but it’s not too early to think of summer fun — and for the city, that means staffing for its popular Summer Fun Program. Read more
Being called for jury duty is a reality that every citizen faces, part of doing one’s civic duty as an American. But beware — as scammers are on the prowl using a jury-duty pretense. Read more
It’s not all fun and games, or at least it doesn’t have to be. Farrington High School has been hosting “esports” tournaments, most recently on Saturday, hoping to link the gaming phenomenon with jobs. Read more
Residents are certainly more aware of water purity these days, after the 2021 Red Hill fuel spill that contaminated the Pearl Harbor-Hickam water supply. Read more
The classic name for a cannabis cigarette is still “joint,” along with various other colorful nicknames. But in Hawaii’s medical cannabis dispensaries, the preferred term is “pre-rolls.” Read more
A measure wending its way through the state Legislature could prove vital in realizing Hawaii’s intent to offer early learning programs to all 3- and 4-year-olds by 2032. Read more
A day after a Monday news conference here declared April as Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawaii, a major earthquake in Taiwan raised awareness even higher. Read more
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Wahiawa General Hospital is getting a new lease on life — which also should safeguard many lives in Central Oahu and the North Shore. Read more
Readers of USA Today now know what many in Hawaii already thought: The Merrie Monarch Festival is the nation’s top cultural festival. Read more
The State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers (SHOPO) says Oahu’s law enforcement ranks are woefully understaffed, with a shortage of 427 officers. Read more
There’s something very inspiring about young adults who find their life’s passion early and pursue it with gusto — even more so, when that passion is to help many others behind them. Read more
Honolulu City Council Chair Tommy Waters last week said he rejects a 3% pay hike recommended by the city Salary Commission. Read more
The state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism last week reported soft visitor numbers, with Hawaii’s February tourist count falling 3.2% year-over-year and 4.4% from 2019. Read more
There’s nothing like a deadline threat to spur sluggish government — especially if the threat could delay things further. Read more
Honolulu’s Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) continues to implement new software and systems to speed up and modernize its permitting processes, which have historically moved at the speed of sludge. Read more
On Wednesday, the head of the Red Hill defueling operation gave his final mission update, after the Environmental Protection Agency signed off Monday on a mission-accomplished inspection. Read more
Another shuffle is taking place on the state Board of Education (BOE), with the resignation of current chair Warren Haruki. Read more
When they return to school on Monday after spring break, let’s hope some 350 students of King Kamehameha III Elementary School will regain much-needed stability and sense of place. Read more
Here’s a reminder about something stressed-out college parents would like to forget: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Read more
