A new resolution was put forward by House representatives to declare an official public health emergency in response to climate change. The House Committee on Energy and Environmental Protection voted to pass the resolution on Thursday.

Rep. Gene Ward, a Republican who represents parts of East Honolulu, announced his retirement from the Hawaiʻi State House of Representatives after experiencing several health setbacks.

Daniel Nāhoʻopiʻi completes his tenure as interim president and CEO of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority to embark on a new global tourism role.

Little fire ant infestations continue to concern the state. In response, the state Department of Agriculture has launched a program to eradicate these invasive pests across Hawaiʻi.

Condo owners in Hawaiʻi have been dealing with sky-high insurance bills over the past year. It’s led to headaches for condo owners and associations alike. But one local expert says it's important to know that this is not going to last forever. Pacific Business News Editor-in-Chief Janis Magin has more on the issue.

Survivors from the New Year's illegal fireworks explosion in Āliamanu have been discharged from acute care at the Arizona Burn Center. The five burn patients are expected to make a full recovery and return to Hawaiʻi in the coming weeks to months.

On Maui, a dog adventure program is helping shelter animals escape kennel stress and shine in their natural environments. HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol reports the program has gained national acclaim.