#2024 election

Incumbent Democrats record wins across Big Island in state elections

Democrats dominated state elections throughout the islands, although Republicans picked up state House seats on O‘ahu.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ incumbent trustees retain seats in 2024 election

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs, a semi-autonomous state agency, is made up of nine elected officials who serve four-year terms.

Hawai‘i Island continues to support Democratic leadership in State Legislature

Democrats won all the Senate and House races on the Big Island during the 2024 General Election.

Election Day votes could impact too-close-to-call race for Hawai‘i County mayor

University of Hawai‘i political science professor says it’s essentially a choice between a steady approach to county government or a less conventional but untested approach, with the appeal of each depending on whether voters think their needs are being met by incumbent Mitch Roth’s administration or if they’re ready to take a chance and go a new direction with challenger Kimo Alameda.

AARP Hawai‘i, Nā Leo TV to host forum with Big Island mayor candidates

The four leading hopefuls in the 2024 race will have the chance to shaire their views about the future of the Big Island and answer questions from the public.

Brittany Anderson to seek District 1 seat on Hawai‘i County Council

The sixth-generation resident of Hāmākua and her husband Bodhi own Sugar Hill Farmstead in Honomū.

Breeani Kobayashi announces candidacy for Big Island mayor

Kobayashi is the manager of the SCP Hilo hotel and owner of the Keaukaha General Store. She also serves holds leadership positions in several community organizations.

Big Island Now poll No. 45: What should be the top issue in the 2024 Hawai‘i County mayoral race?

There are two who have entered the race so far, incumbent Mayor Mitch Roth and former Bay Clinic Chief Executive Officer Kimo Alameda. Candidate filing for the 2024 election starts Feb. 1.

‘Dr. Kimo’ Alameda informally announces 2024 run for Hawaiʻi County mayor on 54th birthday

Alameda, who was born and raised in the Hilo area, will spend the next six months collecting feedback from constituents and formulating his top prioritie.