A year ago, there was public outrage when a former state senator and a sitting state representative were charged with accepting bribes to steer legislation. Since then, dozens of measures have been introduced with the goals of fighting corruption and increasing transparency and accountability in state government? What bills have a chance of becoming law and can the public trust elected officials to regulate themselves when it comes to the issue of corruption?

This rebroadcast of Spectrum Hawaiʻi features keyboard player Ernest Chang and world champion waterman Duke Kahanamoku.

Ahead of Fat Tuesday, legendary local comedian Frank DeLima talks about malasadas and other Portuguese contributions to Hawaiʻi.

Efforts to legalize recreational marijuana use for adults in Hawaiʻi has failed in recent years. So what’s different this year? A new governor who says he’s open to legalization. But before any measure even reaches his desk, it still needs to be approved by the Legislature and it’s unclear if lawmakers are ready to embrace the idea.

Driving instructor Steven Wong of Wong Way Driving Academy talks about local driving habits.

On 02/07/23, we had an advanced virtual screening of Love in the Time of Fentanyl.

Nonprofits help everyone from keiki to kūpuna in everything from healthcare to childcare, to providing shelter, putting food on the table or simply sharing a hot meal. But rising costs including wages and persistent calls for help from the community, continue to be a challenge for many of these organizations, making it difficult for them to survive. How can we help the helpers and what happens if we don’t?

Hawaiʻi State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson talks about Hollywood's longtime love affair with the Islands and how cultural sensitivity and respect play a leading role in productions.

Legendary local B-Boy Skillroy talks about his journey from humble beginnings to touring around the world as part of New York's iconic Rock Steady Crew, and how he's been able to keep breaking after 4 decades.

Local rappers Krystilez, Crichton Uale, and Osnizzle speak on why the survival of Hawaiian culture is an ongoing battle.