Mark Ladao

The parties that damaged coral and live rock near Honolua Bay with a yacht in early 2023 were originally fined $117,000. Now they're on the hook for $1.8 million.

This week at Honolulu's federal courthouse, families affected by the November 2021 spill at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility are detailing their lives since being exposed to jet fuel.

The city wants to build 18,000 affordable housing units by fiscal year 2029, according to its 2023 housing plan . However, the availability of land and city funding continue to be two of the most expensive obstacles in doing that.

It's the end of the state's legislative session, and lawmakers have made it clear that invasive species are a top priority.

Senate Bill 3202 would allow two accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, to be built on residential properties.

This week, state senators held a briefing to get an update on the nurseries that have been knowingly selling plant material infested with little fire ants, one of the most problematic invasive species in Hawaiʻi.

Agricultural declaration forms for passengers flying to Hawaiʻi are on their way to becoming fully electronic. Travelers have to fill out a form to note plants and animals they bring into the state. The forms are meant to protect the state from invasive species and unwanted pests.

Senate Bill 2298 has passed through the state Legislature and is awaiting Gov. Josh Green's signature to become law. It would require roasted, instant, or ready-to-drink coffee marketed as "locally sourced" to have at least 51% local coffee.

Following a temporary pause in the demolition of the Haʻikū Stairs, a state court has ruled that the City and County of Honolulu can continue the removal process as planned.

For two weeks, 17 “bellwether” families shared how they were affected after the 2021 leak from the Navy's fuel tanks into its water system, which serves 93,000 people.