Hawaiʻi Public Radio’s coverage of the 2026 legislative session includes the latest on bills from inside the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, interviews with state lawmakers, and updates from Gov. Josh Green.
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On the eve of the 2026 primary election, The Conversation highlights past stories about engaging in the democratic process. -
Recent departures at the state Legislature will lead to new lawmakers this year. It's one of the best opportunities for newcomers to win elections in Hawaiʻi. -
Retired federal public defender Ali Silvert explains why lawmakers are pushing to convene a special session in light of the bribery case involving Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke. -
Hawaiʻi's Good Government Caucus, made up members from both chambers and both parties, is calling for an emergency special session to address corrupt campaign finance amid the ongoing bribery scandals. -
HPR interviews Hawai’i residents to hear their reactions to the new age restriction on truck bed-riding. -
A grand jury indicted Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke and four others on felony bribery charges stemming from an alleged 2022 incident. -
John Choi said he decided to run after seeing many powerful Democrats rally behind Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami. -
The upcoming elections will bring big changes in representation for residents in Chinatown, Iwilei and Liliha areas. -
Sen. Karl Rhoads, longtime chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, looks back on his career after 20 years of service in the state Legislature. -
Sen. Karl Rhoads, longtime chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, reflects on his career in the State Legislature; Vicky Durand and Indrajit Gunasekara, of the Koali Niu Coconut Gene Bank, share how the nonprofit preserves and protects the native coconuts of Hāna Maui.
