State lawmakers on Monday grilled HTA for its lack of progress to improve the state's tourism industry, its handling of tourism-related contracts and internal operations. This comes after Gov. Josh Green reportedly plans on asking all the members of the board to resign.

The Honolulu City Council underwent significant changes in leadership last week, leading to some optimism and uncertainty about the direction the council will go. HPR's Mark Ladao reports.

A Maui decision over whether to phase out certain vacation rental units has drawn controversy and division within the community. HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol reports on a discussion over free speech that arose in a recent hearing.

Maui Mayor Richard Bissen wants to increase the number of rental units available for locals. Opponents say that would hurt tourism and local jobs.

The state public preschool program serves about 5% of four-year-olds and 2% of three-year-olds. However, that number is growing as more classrooms are created each year.

The Honolulu City Council voted to shake up its leadership team in a tense meeting that some say is good for council operations, but others are convinced is “political retaliation.” The circumstances around the proposed reorganization did lead to concerns from the public, including several who said it was a response to the council's recent sewer fee vote.

To provide universal pre-K by 2032, Lt. Gov. Luke's Ready Keiki plan will open 50 new public school classrooms statewide over the next two years.

The new chair of the House Committee on Agriculture and Food Systems said his focus will be on legislation addressing biosecurity and food security in the state. Rep. Cory Chun was appointed as the committee chair following recent changes in House leadership.

The Honolulu City Council will vote this week on a measure that could change its leadership for vice chair and floor leader.

Millions participated in the "No Kings" protests against Donald Trump's administration this weekend. Organizers of the event estimate that some 7,000 people turned out at rallies and events across the islands. HPR spoke to various protestors at the State Capitol.