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Last update: 10 hours agoMonk Seal Case Escalates: A Maui tourist accused of hurling a coconut-sized rock at endangered Hawaiian monk seal “Lani” is now trying to justify the act—his attorney says he meant to scare the seal away from sea turtles and didn’t realize monk seals are protected. Climate & Cost Pressure: Hawaii lawmakers are still wrestling with affordability as electricity rates stay the highest in the nation and bills head to Gov. Josh Green to expand dementia and long-term care planning—critics say it’s not enough. Local Food Resilience: Hawaii’s farm-to-school push is getting real at Waipahu High, where students grow produce and it’s making it onto cafeteria plates. Ocean Health Watch: New reporting spotlights the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and ongoing microplastic impacts, while a separate study warns industrial fishing is stripping midwater ecosystems. Safety & Policy: Honolulu is moving toward stricter e-bike rules after rising injuries, and a new law would require judges to consider trauma when charging youth as adults.
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