The unemployment rate in Hawaiʻi is the lowest it has been in years but local businesses and the public sector continue to grapple with the challenge of finding and retaining workers. From entry level to highly skilled positions, the workforce shortage is impacting both the private and public employers. Join the conversation on the workforce shortage problem.

Invasive species are nothing new but the urgency of how to deal with them has increased dramatically in recent years. Is there a plan to address these menacing problems?

In this election year, what are the priorities for the state lawmakers as they convene another session? Will it be help for Maui following the devastating wildfires last summer or requests associated with Gov. Josh Green’s emergency proclamation on affordable housing, or both or something else. What are your priorities? Join the discussion as we preview the 2024 Legislative session Thursday at 7:30 pm on Insights on PBS Hawaiʻi.

For those in need and for those who help them, the holidays can be a challenging time of year. Join the discussion on meeting that challenge.

On November 16 at 7 at 7:30 pm, INSIGHTS on PBS HAWAI‘I, presents a live discussion, Hawai‘i’s Annexation: Why Knowledge of the History Matters. As usual, viewers are encouraged to participate in the discussion by sending in questions or comments.

Are those who serves in the armed forces receiving the mental health services they need?

The Honolulu City Council is considering new approaches to stop illegal game rooms from popping up in neighborhoods across Oʻahu. Right now, law enforcement is the only weapon against these enterprises.

Most of the beef products sold in Hawaiʻi come from the mainland, yet we do have cattle ranches on most islands. Why isn’t more locally-grown beef available?

This show brings together panelists to talk about resources to help Maui residents cope with the mental trauma of losing so much in the devastating wildfires in August.

A new COVID-19 vaccine booster is available for everyone over the age of six. How necessary is it? What is the latest guidance regarding COVID vaccines and what is the status of COVID infections in Hawai‘i?