The report describes a series of policy mishaps regarding vegetation management, congested roadways, a lack of planning from key agencies, and communication breakdowns between stakeholders. It does not, however, determine the cause of the Lahaina fire. HPR's Ashley Mizuo has the latest.

A handful of state lawmakers have teamed up with the Hawaiʻi Appleseed Center for Law and Economic Justice to present a primer in a first step to simplifying the state budget as best they can.

This summer, a stunning historic ship sailed into Honolulu Harbor. Traveling with Italy’s Amerigo Vespucci was a photographic exhibit, "Siamo Mare – We Are Sea," about the Mediterranean Sea and its marine life.

This week, the Hawaiʻi Nurses' Association called on Gov. Josh Green, who is also a physician, to help in its labor dispute with Hawaiʻi Pacific Health and management at Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women and Children.

The Hawaiʻi Campaign Spending Commission approved an advisory opinion that says campaign funds can be used to care for elderly relatives or dependents if it is directly related to campaign activities.

Bill 2919 would allow one guest house to be built per dwelling unit on properties in certain zoning areas, including agricultural, commercial and most residential districts.

There aren’t clear standards in Hawaiʻi for different types of e-bikes. Some have motors that only assist a person pedaling, while others offer fully motorized rides up to 28 mph. Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam introduced a measure to break down e-bikes into three classes. HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports.