On Politics: Business, labor must work together for sake of keiki
Hawaii’s economy is doing poorly and with less money running through the system, local kids are suffering. Read more
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Volcanic Ash: UH plea to pay its athletes forces evaluation of ideals
A debate over community values has been ignited by the University of Hawaii athletic department’s request to the Legislature for $5 million to pay student athletes under new NCAA rules. Read more
Kokua Line: Why is appointment needed for disability parking permit?
Kokua Line continues to receive complaints about this change. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Looking back at Hawaii’s funniest stories in 2025
In reviewing my 2025 columns, I came across several that explored the humorous side of living in Hawaii. Here are some of the high points. Read more
Kokua Line: Can I buy personalized license plates as gift?
Question: I want to give my granddaughter personalized license plates for Christmas. Is that possible? Can it be a surprise? Read more
Facts of the Matter: Birthstones bridge myth, tradition, Earth science
Ever wonder why a diamond or garnet might be “yours” just because of the month you were born? Read more
Kokua Line: How can I ask city for street signs?
Question: How do I request a “No Outlet” sign for my neighborhood? I called the city once years ago but never got a response. Read more
Tech View: Boosting online efficiency, now and into the future
For many of us, going online is second nature — checking emails, streaming content or joining virtual meetings without a second thought. Read more
Kokua Line: When will the H-1 widening project be done?
Question: What is the target completion date of the H-1 Freeway widening project by the Gulick Avenue Overpass and are there plans to widen the overpass? It seems that traffic still will be constricted at the overpass unless it is also widened. Read more
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Kokua Line: What are rules to restrict neighborhood parking?
Question: Regarding restricting neighborhood parking, is there a rule to have broad community support before they do it? I worry about outspoken, wealthy individuals pushing this. Read more
Dave Reardon: UH gets to show off its resilience one more time in a bowl game
Regardless what happens in a bowl game — and it’s a pretty safe bet that it will be the Dec. 24 Hawaii Bowl — the 2025 University of Hawaii football team will have accomplished something no other UH team has since 2010. Read more
On Politics: Skyline allows historic look at how Oahu used to be
Who knew that the city’s rail project, almost always described as both late and over budget, may be carrying another adjective: “historic”? Read more
Kokua Line: When will city fix Thomas Square sidewalk?
The sidewalk has some hazards in front of Thomas Square along King Street. I hope they will be fixed in time for holiday sightseers, but in the meantime watch your step Read more
Volcanic Ash: Josh Green presidential talk more hooey than probability
A credible Josh Green presidential candidacy in 2028 is highly improbable. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Gracious Guslander faced ‘faux-bituary’ with humor
Every year at this time, I give out my annual awards to those who made, preserved or shared Hawaiian history. My first accolade — the Ho‘okipa Excellence Award — goes to Grace Guslander, the “matriarch of Kauai tourism.” Read more
Kokua Line: What are rules on getting a refund?
Question: Regarding paying by check, can a merchant hold back a refund for this? Read more
Kokua Line: Who are you grateful for today?
Happy Thanksgiving from Kokua Line, where we devote today’s column to readers’ expressions of gratitude. Read more
Dave Reardon: Why not Cal as Hawaii’s opponent in Hawaii Bowl?
California is bowl eligible, even if they lose the regular-season finale against SMU. Read more
Kokua Line: Will I lose tree if potential pest is reported?
Question: My neighbor says he sees signs of CRB in a tree on my Oahu property and I should report it. But it’s not a coconut palm and I don’t want to cut it down. Read more
Kokua Line: Will Hawaii’s emergency money for food expire?
A reader asks, “Since my SNAP came through OK after all I want to know how long I can keep the state emergency money on my EBT card. Do I have to use it by the end of November?” Read more
Column: UNLV isn’t going anywhere soon, and that is a good thing for UH
If you are a UH football fan still enduring a two-day hangover this morning, that might very well be a prevailing thought. But, like it or not, these programs are married. Read more
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On Politics: Business, labor must work together for sake of keiki
Volcanic Ash: UH plea to pay its athletes forces evaluation of ideals
Kokua Line: Why is appointment needed for disability parking permit?
Rearview Mirror: Looking back at Hawaii’s funniest stories in 2025
Kokua Line: Can I buy personalized license plates as gift?
