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Kim finalizing Maunakea committee
More than three months after Gov. David Ige gave Mayor Harry Kim the green light to pursue his vision of the mountain as a symbol of international cooperation, the pursuit of knowledge and the Hawaiian people, Kim said Thursday he is close to selecting a committee to help him make that a reality. Tribune-Herald.
UH to request lease for Maunakea
The University of Hawaii is restarting its effort to gain a new master lease for Maunakea that would allow observatories to continue beyond 2033. Tribune-Herald.
Chun appointed as senior advisor to UH on Maunakea
Greg Chun has been appointed as senior advisor to University of Hawaii President David Lassner and UH Hilo Chancellor Marcia Sakai in overseeing the fulfillment of the responsibilities of the entire UH System on Maunakea. Hawaii 24/7.
Handling of Takai campaign funds raises questions
The presumably dormant re-election campaign for the late U.S. Rep. Mark Takai has paid out close to $5,000 over the past year to purchase data from a Washington, D.C.-based campaign software vendor that tracks voter information.Star-Advertiser.
Candidates lay out plan for state’s no. 2 job in public forum
Five candidates for lieutenant governor who took part in an early forum at Democratic Party of Hawaii headquarters Saturday vowed to make the job more meaningful for the people of the state. Star-Advertiser. KITV.
Ige opens campaign offices
Supporters often praise Gov. David Ige, 60, for his soft-spoken, humble leadership style. Star-Advertiser. Hawaii News Now.
Political candidates react to #MeToo sexual harassment issues in Hawaii
All five contenders for the lieutenant governor’s seat in Hawaii – all Democrats – met in a public forum put on by the LGBT and Labor Caucauses Saturday to say how they would tackle this issue. KITV.
Another delay sought for surprise care home inspections
Advocates for the elderly say unannounced inspections are long overdue but state officials foresee problems. Civil Beat.
Less frequent safety checks proposal works its way through Legislature
A state lawmaker wants to make it easier for you to get a car safety inspection. Right now, drivers are required to get a safety check annually, but a proposal before the legislature would change that. KHON2.
Bill looks to ban certain e-gambling games
It might be game over for certain video games in Hawaii after state lawmakers introduced legislation to limit the implementation of electronic gambling systems within the popular pastime. Tribune-Herald.
Hawaii’s resistance to Trump enters cyberspace
A bill to encourage net neutrality envisions the possibility of a taxpayer-owned internet service provider. Civil Beat.
State emergency, tourism officials join in crisis reporting effort
Hawaii’s visitor industry, caught flat-footed in the aftermath of the false missile alert on Jan. 13, is partnering with the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency to prepare for future situations that could impact visitors. Star-Advertiser.
Conflicting accounts erode public confidence in emergency preparedness
Nearly a month after a Hawaii Emergency Management Agency employee sent out an alert that a ballistic missile was headed to Hawaii, the agency is still trying to correct the record about what really plunged the isles into 38 minutes of needless panic and fear. Star-Advertiser.
Isles lack hospital space for large-scale disasters
One thing that was clear following the Jan. 13 missile scare in Hawaii is that the state does not have enough hospital capacity to handle a nuclear attack, which could involve mass casualties. Star-Advertiser.
HECO seeks PUC approval of renewable energy projects
The Hawaiian Electric Cos. are asking the state Public Utilities Commission for approval to seek new renewable projects for Oahu, Maui and Hawaii island. Star-Advertiser. |
