Today on the program, we're taking stock of the state's progress toward converting all cesspools by 2050. Of the roughly 88,000 cesspools in the state, more than half are located on Hawaiʻi Island. Hawaiʻi Island will be our focus today. Our panel include... See more
“What have we done?” That was the reaction of a marine scientist, the first Micronesian (and second woman in history) to explore the deepest part of the Pacific Ocean, the Mariana Trench — more than 7 miles below the surface. Nicole Yamase’s journey is de... See more
This weekend the Honolulu Defense Forum will kick off a gathering of military and government leaders to discuss security in the Indo-Pacific. That topic takes on new meaning with the recent military action by the U.S. on Venezuelan soil. The Conversation ... See more
This month, Oʻahu residents and businesses will see a 6% rate hike to their sewer bill — the first hike in a decade. The city set a schedule for the next five years to raise billions to fix an aging sewer system and make upgrades mandated by new environme... See more
Hawaiʻi saw its first charter school about 30 years ago. Here to talk about that on The Long View was contributing editor Neal Milner. Further reading: This story aired on The Conversation on Jan. 8, 2026. The Conversation airs weekdays at 11 a.m. Hawaiʻi... See more