Even paradise has its challenges, and some of them were on display for our photographers this week.

We spent a year investigating money in Hawaii politics as part of a collaboration with The New York Times.

A natural decrease in population portends fewer younger working people supporting older residents.

Some major accomplishments are noted, including the birth of another monk seal on Kaimana Beach.

Professional surfers sharing photos of cracked helmets and stories about dangerous wipeouts on social media are helping foster greater use of protective headgear.

A vote on compensation and reelection of board members is set for May 13.

An audit, spurred by a Civil Beat investigation, is leading to policy changes at the Department of Accounting and General Services.

Sine die at the Capitol and a rally at the University of Hawaii end a week that began with hundreds of bicyclists on the North Shore.

The Pacific Connect Initiative will create new fiber links between Hawaii and other Pacific regions.

Colorful carp streamers, April's full moon, artificial intelligence and a call for action kept our visual journalists on their toes all week.