Olivia Peterkin
Honolulu Civil Beat
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Volunteers Keep One of Makiki's Best-Kept Secrets Afloat
The state wants to convert Hawaii's only volunteer-run public library into a state-run facility, but it's waiting on a lease agreement from the city. → Read More
A Champion For Kalihi's Kids
Vailima Watson has spent almost 30 years mentoring Kalihi's youth as a tennis coach, health advocate and community leader. → Read More
Why Hawaii Trends Toward Large And Extended Families
Cultural and economic factors keep extended relatives under the same roof in Hawaii, which leads the nation in prevalence of multigenerational homes. → Read More
Native Hawaiian Health Task Force Isn't Giving Up The Fight
After racing to craft legislation to promote Native Hawaiian health last session, the group's members want to continue addressing ethnic health disparities. → Read More
These Kalihi Streets Are A Big Hazard For Bike Riders
Honolulu DOT has plans for improving safety in the area, including repaving North King Street and adding shared-use lanes. → Read More
Kauai Powerlines Are Killing 1,800 Seabirds A Year
An analysis by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service predicts that all colonies of two endangered bird species on the island could vanish as early as 2050. → Read More
Study: Living In Hawaii Can Make You Less Prejudiced
A new UH study found that after nine months of living on Oahu, mainland students' views on race shifted noticeably. → Read More
Shortage Of Mental Health Providers Is Taking A Toll On Hawaii Teens
In a state where suicide is the leading cause of death among youths, there are not enough care providers. → Read More
Are Hawaii's Nursing and Senior Care Homes Prepared For Disasters?
Recent tragedies elsewhere raise questions about preparedness here, which can vary dramatically depending on the size of the facility. → Read More
Hawaii Would Lose Big If Obamacare Repealed
The congressional delegation condemns the GOP plan, and isn't impressed by reports that Hawaii might be exempted along with Alaska. → Read More
Helping Those Who Help Their Kupuna: State Aid Program Takes Shape
The Legislature approved a $600,000 effort to help people who give up their time, work and financial security to help relatives. → Read More
Waikiki High Rise Would Include 450 Rental Units
The Queen Emma Land Co. proposal also calls for replacing a Food Pantry store with a full-service grocery. → Read More
Will Kalihi Redevelopment Push Out Current Residents And Businesses?
A state "vision report" says "Mom and Pop stores would thrive and gentrification would be mitigated." It just doesn't say how. → Read More