Author: Shelby Mattos

Think You Can Spot a Scam? So Did Thousands of Hawai‘i Residents Who Lost Money Last Year.

Local people lost $61.6 million in 2024 to fraud, from romance and cryptocurrency scams to fake concert tickets and gig work. Our writer was one of them.

Careers

New in the Office? I Was, and Here’s What I Learned

Advice from a workplace newcomer and HR experts on how to cope, network, manage your side gig and prioritize mental health.

Entrepreneurship

Hawaii Entrepreneur Awards 2025

25 years of honoring outstanding local startups and innovation.

Community & Economy

More Guns, More Gun Violence in Hawai‘i

Firearm registrations are up 280.5% since 2000, with gun deaths rising sharply as well. Should Hawai‘i be doing more to control firearms?

Housing

Making the Case for Increased Urban Density

Building up can be a lot cheaper than constructing single-family homes in new developments.

Arts & Culture

Forget Hollywood: Why Three Maui Filmmakers Made Their Own Show

Season two of the comedy “Moku Moku” is now in production. It’s part of an effort to create a more visible local film industry.

Transportation

Next Stops for Honolulu Rail: Airport to Middle Street in 2025

Ridership and operating hours are expected to increase significantly when this second segment opens.

Housing

Hunting for a New Place in Renters Purgatory

How four O‘ahu residents navigate fees, scams, unanswered calls, intrusive rules and housing options that run from “crappy and crappier.”

Education

Homeschooling in Hawai‘i

Thousands of families are taking charge of their children's education. Many say they like the flexibility and are happy with the outcomes.

Human Resources

To Outsource or Not?

It’s not just about cutting costs. Hawai‘i outsourcing companies provide expertise in preventing cyberattacks, complying with laws, hiring the right people and more.