The Hawaiʻi State Senate has rejected the nominations for two of Gov. Josh Green’s cabinet-level appointees. Lawmakers did not confirm Scott Glenn in a split vote on the Senate floor. Senators also voted against Chris Sadayasu, the Gov.'s pick to lead the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
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Monday was the final day for residents to comment on a draft assessment for a controversial Oʻahu affordable housing project. Mānoa Banyan Court would provide affordable rentals for older residents, but some community members have concerns. HPR's Casey Harlow has more.
Solemn memories on the grounds of the ‘Iolani Palace Tuesday marked the 130th anniversary of the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Thousands gathered in Honolulu to reflect on the impact of this history on the Hawaiian Islands and its native people. HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi reports.
The day marks the moment when Queen Liliʻuokalani was forcibly removed from her throne in 1893, representing the collapse of the Hawaiian monarchy. Hundreds of marchers of all ages gathered at ʻIolani Palace under the banner of ʻOnipaʻa, or unity.