A federal judge says Martin Kao’s prison sentence will be a deterrent for others.

Some Hawai‘i nonprofits are objecting to the mainland organization’s meddling in local politics and overall lack of public transparency.

Court documents in an ongoing felony case reveal new details about how employees were reimbursed for making campaign donations.

Lobbyists are still the top donors, but they no longer can give lawmakers money while they’re in session.

Call to issue an executive order echoes legislation that failed this year but raises questions about autonomy of local law enforcement.

A look at the latest campaign finance filings for Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation.

Mayor Derek Kawakami has not decided his next move, which may depend on a looming decision by Hawaiʻi Senate President Ron Kouchi, whom he calls a mentor.

Two familiar faces on the Garden Island have emerged as frontrunners, declaring their intent to run months before it’s even time for candidates to register.

Under Republican proposals, Hawaiʻi could face more than $100 million in new costs to maintain the food stamp program.

The Republican caucuses have grown in the Legislature thanks to the 2024 election.