Hawaiʻi's Governor Green has received a letter from the U.S. Army expressing intent to renegotiate military land leases in Hawaiʻi, considering national security. The discussions may involve a land exchange and will include state and federal review.

Governor Josh Green of Hawai'i released a new policy plan titled "Results for our People" to address state issues like the environment, healthcare, housing, and economic growth.

A Honolulu city attorney's use of completely fabricated case law in a high-profile civil rights lawsuit has exposed Hawaii's struggle with AI misuse in legal practice.

Hawaii's unemployment rate fell to 2.7% in July, its lowest level since before COVID-19, signaling strong economic recovery from pandemic highs.

The Shidler College of Business at UH Manoa begins search for a new dean as Vance Roley plans to transition back to teaching after over two decades of leadership.

Former police chief and CBP Commissioner Christopher Magnus is being considered for Honolulu's Police Commission amid ongoing leadership turmoil. The veteran law enforcement executive impressed Mayor Blangiardi after offering policing advice.

Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers rally at Moanalua Medical Center demanding 30% wage increases to match mainland pay as contracts expire September 30.

Dr. Seth Colby has been named Hawaii's new chief state economist, leading the DBEDT's economic analysis efforts.

Hawaii Governor Josh Green and legislative leaders have appointed a new, diverse Hawaii Tourism Authority Advisory Board, following the resignation of the previous board.

Mayor Bissen will bring the Holomua Kākou initiative to East Maui for direct community engagement on August 20-21, including a "talk story" event and a grant workshop.

A proposed $1.9 million business improvement district for downtown Honolulu is facing mounting opposition from major property owners who say they were left out of the planning process.

Hawaii's state buildings are suffering from widespread water leaks, with the newest crisis at the State Hospital requiring $8.16 million in emergency repairs just four years after opening.

The City of Honolulu installed new signage at Ala Wai Golf Course marking areas as private property, escalating enforcement against homeless encampments that have existed there for years.