Honolulu Civil Beat

Climate-fueled storms like Hurricane Lala may help spread invasive pests, plants and pathogens already on the islands and usher new ones into the state. Experts say Hawaiʻi needs more advance planning.

The Board of Land and Natural Resources must protect these resources for Hawaiʻi’s people and future generations.

After nearly a year of research and reporting, Civil Beat will launch the first in an ongoing series on Tuesday.

Gaining admission to the school — which can be a life-changing opportunity — is a competitive and challenging process for many Native Hawaiian families.

There are lots of words blooming with all this rain.