Policy & Law

Hawaii Contractor Nominated to Construct GOP Comeback After Two-Decade Democratic Hold on Governor's Mansion

Gary Cordery defeated Ken Fujiyama in Saturday's Republican primary but faces an uphill battle against incumbent Gov. Josh Green, who holds a significant fundraising advantage and 56% approval rating.

By James Callahan · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Dem Establishment Strikes Back As Longtime Incumbent Fends Off Progressive Challenger

Rep. Ed Case defeats state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole in Hawaii's 1st Congressional District primary, the incumbent's toughest race yet.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Hawaii Rep. Jill Tokuda Wins Democratic Primary, Setting Up November Race Against Republican Brenton Awa

Tokuda defeated three primary challengers including one who was arrested for a beach altercation caught on video.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Sen. Grassley Bids Farewell to Family Vacuum Named Beth After Nearly 50 Years

The Iowa Republican, who turns 93 this year, shared a eulogy for the vacuum cleaner that gained a following on his social media accounts.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

308 Women and Children Rescued in Nigeria's Largest Hostage Recovery Operation

Victims spent six months in captivity after February raid that killed 160 people in Woro community, with U.S. military support playing a role in the operation.

By James Callahan · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

WNBA Player Ejected After Flagrant Foul; Social Media Post About 'White Privilege' Draws Attention

The incident between Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham and Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington has reignited debate over women's sports protections as both players face scrutiny.

By Diane Park · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Democratic Operative Argues DSA Should Form Own Party Rather Than Compete in Democratic Primaries

The op-ed comes after DSA-backed candidates defeated two veteran House Democrats in June primary races, raising questions about the socialist group's relationship with the party.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

ICE Says It Expects to Equip Every Field Officer With Body Cameras by End of August

The announcement comes as the agency faces scrutiny over a policy allowing leadership to withhold footage after serious injuries or deaths in custody.

By Diane Park · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Wildfires Force 20,000 to Flee as British Columbia Declares State of Emergency

Premier David Eby warns the situation could worsen as more than 100 wildfires burn across the province with nearly half out of control.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

ICE Will Only Release Body Camera Video When in Agency's 'Best Interests,' Policy Says

The agency has spent $30.9 million on cameras but retains broad discretion to withhold footage of shootings and other serious confrontations.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 4 min read