We still don't know the identity of the “influential lawmaker” who allegedly accepted $35,000 in a paper bag in 2022. So why is Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke being mentioned?
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A traveling exhibition showcasing the work of Hawaiʻi sculptor Toshiko Takaezu comes home to the islands starting this weekend. The show also features a multi-sensory experience that tapped sound artist and musician Leilehua Lanzilotti. -
Japan's prime minister won a decisive victory in parliamentary elections this weekend. The international reaction to the results depends on where you look. -
Wildfire prevention experts are encouraging local communities to scale their efforts to reduce fire risks and improve access to insurance. -
Darren Pai, Hawaiian Electric Company manager of external communications, spoke to HPR's Maddie Bender about recent power outages. -
Hawaiian Rent-All co-owner Scott Jung spoke to The Conversation's Catherine Cruz about the humorous messages displayed on its outdoor sign. -
Hawaiʻi Democratic Party Chair Derek Turbin spoke to The Conversation's Catherine Cruz about the current political landscape. -
House Speaker Nadine Nakamura spoke to The Conversation's Catherine Cruz about a resolution to expedite the investigation into an alleged $35,000 payment involving a Hawaiʻi lawmaker. -
National Weather Service meteorologist Derek Wroe spoke with HPR’s Maddie Bender about severe weather that shut down most of the state Monday morning. -
The House Economic Development and Technology Committee advanced six measures on Friday — all of them providing more guardrails for immigration enforcement. -
Hundreds of high schoolers across Oʻahu gathered after school Friday to protest recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement violence. The student-led gathering gained popularity on social media.
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