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Apr 29, 2025

Honolulu EMS Chief Says Medics Aren’t Safe In Oʻahu Prisons

Recent incidents at two state facilities prompted a letter to state prison officials telling them medical crews won’t be going inside the jails and prison anymore.

Apr 26, 2025

Legal Status Of Many International Students Across U.S. Reportedly Being Restored

Salmah Rizvi, ACLU Hawaii Executive Director speaks to KITV Island News.

Apr 21, 2025

Watered Down Property Seizure Bill Moves Forward

House Bill 126 was intended to require a conviction before property forfeiture is allowed.

Apr 10, 2025

Transgender Discrimination Concerns Rise At Maui Prep

The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii is taking action against Maui Preparatory Academy, challenging a policy that allegedly discriminates against transgender students.

Apr 10, 2025

ACLU Demands Maui Prep Rescind Anti-Transgender Policy

The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii has issued a formal legal demand to Maui Preparatory Academy in Lahaina, alleging the school has adopted a discriminatory policy targeting transgender students in...

Apr 9, 2025

Maui Prep Policies For Transgender Students Face Legal Scrutiny

The ACLU of Hawaiʻi says Maui Prep’s proposed policies for transgender students violate state anti-discrimination laws.