Civil Beat photographers captured sunsets, a new school's first day and defendants in a high-profile corruption case. Oh, and an elusive comet.

Residents push their limits on an early Saturday morning out on the trails.

A Kahuku waterman offers a unique learning experience for visitors with the help of his canine companions.

Our photographers captured sports, a school reopening and sidewalk structures for our regular showcase of their visual skills.

Our photographers endured early mornings, late nights and everything in between to capture the visual potpourri of Hawaii.

This week Civil Beat photography captured scenes on Big Island, Maui and Oahu.

In a week of travels our photographers try to make the pieces fit.

From drama in the Senate to the state hospital and a sunrise, our photographers captured the changing moods of the week in Hawaii.

DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg's two-day visit to the state highlighted challenges with local infrastructure.