Josh Green

Governor Josh Green criticized a UHERO report advocating for increased solar electricity production and reduced investment in liquefied natural gas, calling it 'baloney,' which led to the report's withdrawal. The report was produced by a research organization at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Governor Josh Green signed two laws in Hawaii to combat tobacco use, including a ban on disposable electronic devices and increased oversight of ESDs and e-liquids.

Governor Josh Green signed a bill into law that will prohibit the purchase of disposable electronic smoking devices in Hawaii starting next year. The ban is set to take effect in 2027.

Governor Josh Green signed two new laws to diversify Hawaii's economy, including increased film industry incentives and the creation of the Office of Marine Affairs to promote the state's blue economy.

Hawaii Governor Josh Green criticized a University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization (UHERO) clean energy report as 'baloney' after it recommended increasing solar electricity production and avoiding investment in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld laws in 27 states restricting biological males from women's sports, but 19 of 23 remaining states allow transgender athletes in girls' sports. California and Illinois defend their state laws protecting transgender athletes, while Hawaii complies with existing policies. A lawsuit against California's AB 1266 law, which permits transgender students to compete consistent with their gender identity, is ongoing.

Governor Josh Green has assumed leadership of the Western Governors' Association and launched the Health Beyond Healthcare initiative to enhance mental health outcomes, expand access to care, and address factors influencing overall well-being in Western states.

The Charlotte Hornets traded Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick, and a 2027 second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns for Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and a 2023 first-round pick. Separately, the Hornets traded LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps, and three future second-round picks. The Hornets also drafted Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson Jr. in the recent draft.

A controversial gondola project on Oʻahu’s North Shore has been halted after Governor Josh Green signed House Bill 1881 into law, which prohibits motorized gondolas, ski lifts, and aerial tramways statewide in Hawaiʻi.

The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Naz Reid and draft picks. LaMelo Ball, a 24-year-old All-Star, has a $203.9 million contract with the Hornets and averaged 20.1 points per game last season but has struggled with injuries. The trade creates an NBA-record $41 million trade exception for the Hornets and is part of broader league activity involving Julius Randle and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

LaMelo Ball was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid, Josh Green, and multiple draft picks. The trade includes a 2033 unprotected first-round pick and several future swaps. The move follows recent trades involving Julius Randle and aims to pair Ball with Anthony Edwards for a championship pursuit.

The Charlotte Hornets traded LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for center Naz Reid and multiple future draft picks. The Hornets will now seek to fill the point guard vacancy, potentially re-signing Coby White, while building around rookies Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller. Miles Bridges' future with the team remains uncertain.

The Charlotte Hornets are trading star guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, 2030), and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033). LaMelo Ball, who has three years left on his contract and is eligible for a $119.2 million extension, averaged 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds per game over 72 regular-season games.

Hawaii's attorney general and local governments are suing oil and gas companies for climate-related damages, but critics argue the lawsuits exclude the state's largest refiner and involve judges with connections to climate advocacy organizations, raising questions about judicial impartiality and federal jurisdiction.

George R Ariyoshi, Hawaii's former governor and the first Asian American governor in U.S. history, has died at age 100. He led Hawaii from 1973 to 1986 during the Democratic Party's rise to power in the state.