AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPrediction-Market Crackdown: Minnesota just became the first state to ban prediction market sites, making it a crime to host or advertise services like Kalshi and Polymarket (with a carve-out for certain insurance-style contracts), and the ban kicks in August. Hawaii Policy Watch: The same week, Hawaii’s governor signed a first-of-its-kind law aimed at limiting corporate political spending after Citizens United—setting up expected legal fights. Local Arts & Community: Maui’s Holy Ghost Feast returns for 133 years, while Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center is hosting a June 4 nonprofit leadership workshop at UH Hilo. Culture & Nature: NOAA identified a dead Hawaiian monk seal found off Nanakuli as Ka‘ale, and the Lahaina Noon “zero shadow” phenomenon is drawing skywatchers again. Arts Spotlight: Hurley launched a Hurley x Carissa Moore capsule, and a new Kuchipudi preservation exhibit opens May 22 in Atlanta.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.