AGP Executive Report
Last update: 44 minutes agoOrange County Chemical Crisis: California officials say efforts to stop a toxic methyl methacrylate leak are on a “new trajectory” after crews found a possible pressure-relieving crack in the tank; 50,000 people remain evacuated as the incident drags into its fourth day. Big Island Earthquake Aftermath: A major 6.0 quake shook Hawaiʻi again with reports of significant damage in South Kona, while officials reiterate there’s no tsunami threat. State Accountability in Hawaiʻi: Gov. Josh Green’s office says it’s not aware of other agencies tied to a public corruption probe after a second cabinet-level official stepped down, keeping pressure on COVID-era testing contract questions. OHA Eyes Local Media: OHA is evaluating a potential purchase of KITV-KIKU, a move that could shift one of Hawaiʻi’s major TV stations toward Native Hawaiian ownership. Youth Mental Health: A new column argues Hawaiʻi must move from crisis-only care to prevention, pointing to suicide as the leading cause of death for youth ages 10–19. Arts & Culture: Konishiki’s larger-than-life presence and a contemporary take on “Antigone” highlight how Hawaiʻi audiences are staying connected to performance and heritage.
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