Oʻahu's first official School Resource Officer program launched this week. HIDOE says this is not to replace existing school disciplinary action, but rather to focus on mentorship and building trust.

The joint briefing Tuesday included the state’s other health insurance and health care providers. Many raised concerns about how the partnership would impact competitive markets, access to care, and client balances at health systems.

The John A. Burns School of Medicine plans to use the money to develop AI systems to have a humanistic approach when teaching medical students about rural health.

The measure proposes increasing the price of annual passes from the current $880 to $990, and monthly passes from $80 to $90. Bill 54 also calls for a $0.25 price hike for single rides paid with cash, which currently cost $3 for adults.

The aftermath of a disaster is a legal and financial minefield. Put important documents in your evacuation kit in case disaster strikes.

It's been nearly four years since a massive volcanic explosion rocked the Pacific nation of Tonga. The eruption created a huge plume of ash and water that stretched more than halfway to space. HPR's Derrick Malama has more in the Pacific News Minute.

Heather Peske, president of the National Council on Teacher Quality, spoke to HPR's DW Gibson about a report that highlights the lack of paid parental leave for teachers across the country.

Department of Transportation Director Ed Sniffen spoke to HPR contributor Yunji de Nies about last year's record number of fatalities.

ACLU of Hawaiʻi Executive Director Salmah Rizvi explained that working on strengthening state and local laws is one way to push back against the federal administration.

Tourism consultant Keith Vieira spoke with HPR's DW Gibson about the current state of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority.