Thanks to a generous donation of presents from the Aloha Meritorious Program, the Friends of the Big Island Drug Court was able to provide holiday gifts to over 100 children... read more

HILO, Hawaii — In a year when staying within your bubble and social distancing were the norm, adoption celebrations became more joyful because they could be shared with family, friends,... read more

First Circuit District Family Court Judge Jessi L.K. Hall and her band of merry elves worked hard to bring some holiday joy to youth in the foster care system and... read more

  In what Fifth Circuit District Court Judge Michael K. Soong described as “a major turning point in your lives,” the latest graduating class of the Kauai Drug and Veterans... read more

  After 20 years and 650 graduates, the Maui Drug Court continues its passionate pursuit to get those with substance abuse addictions on paths to better lives. Last week the... read more

  Wednesday, December 16 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Join us in conversation as we reflect on the civic weight of this year and the ideals of democracy, equality, and justice.... read more

Poignant reflections by the graduates and a marriage proposal highlighted the first virtual DWI (Driving While Impaired) Court graduation ceremony. Presiding Judge Alvin K. Nishimura acknowledged the accomplishments of three... read more

  Second Circuit District Family Judge Adrianne N. Heely was recently named Humanitarian of the Year by the Maui Non-Profit Directors Association. The award is given to an “outstanding individual... read more

  HONOLULU – First Circuit Chief Judge R. Mark Browning was presented with the 2020 Jurist of the Year Award by Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald, at the Hawaii State... read more

  On October 8, 2020, the supreme court entered two orders promulgating amendments to the Hawaii Rules of Civil Procedure (HRCP) and to the Rules of the Circuit Courts of... read more