May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
In honor of the role Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have played in America’s history, Gray Media and InvestigateTV gathered stories for you to read in remembrance of their cultures this month.
‘Handed Down, Then Protected’: Indigenous Knowledge of historic sites recognized under new policy
In March 2024, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation approved what they’re calling a groundbreaking policy.
Investigative Reporter Caresse Jackman examines this development in an effort to protect historic sites of indigenous cultures.
How Connie Chung launched a generation of Asian American girls named ‘Connie’ — and had no idea
Few Asian Americans had the name before Chung and few since, but “from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s, that’s the Connie generation,” she said.
A frequent argument for diversity in the workplace is so young people can see themselves in prominent roles; rarely do you come across such a tangible example of its effect.
‘Hawaii’s Wreath of Love’: A story of faith and heritage waits to be told
In the 1950s, retired naval officer Kenneth Dodson’s bestselling book, “Away All Boats,” told a tale of World War II and put him on the list of must-read writers.
After his novel came out, Hollywood turned Dodson’s work into a movie.
Meanwhile, he moved his family from the mainland to Kauai where he came face to face with the inspiration for another book.
Annual event in Alaska celebrates music, food and culture of Pacific Islanders
Aloha Days is nearing 20 years of celebration, bringing the community together to share music, food and culture.
The yearly event is meant to bring people together for a sense of community.
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