Maui News

Hāna Pasture Gets Grant for Conservation Protection

A coastal pasture in Hāna, Maui is among a list of locations set to benefit from grant funding from the State Legacy Land Conservation Program. 

Child Left Unattended in Vehicle, in Critical Condition

Officers responded to a report of a child suffering from heat exhaustion after being left unattended in a vehicle for almost two hours in Kona.

8th Annual Paddle Imua Concludes, Adjusts to Unstable Weather

Even with gusty winds and intermittent heavy showers, Paddle Imua supporters showed up to race and enjoy the day and support Camp Imua.

2019 Charity Walk Kicks Off on Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i

Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi residents gathered for their Charity Walks this past Saturday, May 4 raising a total of $85,525 from both islands.

Maui Huliau Foundation to Host Annual Film Festival

The Maui Huliau Foundation, a non-profit environmental education group, will host their 9th annual Huliau Youth Environmental Film Festival at the historic ʻīao Theatre on Sunday, May 19 at 6 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support the foundationʻs Huliau Environmental Filmmaking Club after-school program in the upcoming school year. The event will premiere ten short, […]

Lost Hikers at Haleakala Treated for Possible Hypothermia

Fire officials say that when found, the hikers were incoherent and unable to speak, likely due to hypothermia.

Hawai‘i Department of Health Cannabis-Derived Product Advisory

The Hawai‘i Department of Health is reminding the public that cannabis-derived products, including those containing cannabidiol or CBD sold without a prescription, have not been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration and are not considered safe for use. According to the department, these products may have potential health risks and are often untested […]

Hawaiʻi STEM Conference Empowers Students to Make a Difference

The 10th Annual Hawaiʻi STEM Conference, held on May 1 and 2, reaffirmed once again the power of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education and its impact on the future of our keiki, community and our world. The conference was presented by STEMworks™, a statewide initiative of Maui Economic Development Board, Inc. Over 1,000 educators […]

Maui Obituary Notices: Week of May 5, 2019

Maui obituary notices for the week of May 5, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, May 9

In commemoration of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day on Thursday, May 9, 2019, a variety of local events will take place across the state. 

Committee Approves Emergency Housing at Old UH Maui College Dorm

A council committee for took action to approve development of emergency housing at the old University of Hawaii Maui College dormitory location.

TSA Advisory for Kahului Airport on Maui

TSA is advising travelers to arrive at Kahului Airport at least two hours prior to flight departure due to potential delays at the security checkpoint. Currently, TSA is experiencing reduced screening capacity of carry-on luggage due to an inoperable x-ray unit following a power surge in the security checkpoint earlier today.

Little Fire Ant Found on 10 Properties in Happy Valley, Maui

The infestation is estimated to be between 3 to 4 acres in size, mostly in backyards and on a heavily vegetated hillside.

What We’ve Learned From Kīlauea’s 2018 Lower East Rift Zone Eruption

May 3, 2019, marks the one-year anniversary of the start of Kīlauea Volcano’s 2018 lower East Rift Zone eruption.

Maui Reefs Provide $376 Million Worth of Coastal Flood Protection

In Hawai’i, reefs provide more than $836 million in flood protection benefits to people, property and jobs every year, according to a new report.

Report: Visitor Spending on Maui Drops Despite Rise in Arrivals

During the first few months of this year, visitors on Maui spent nearly 6% less than they did last year, according to a report from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. However, about 3% more visitors came to Maui during the first few months of this year compared to a year ago. Among the four larger islands, […]

Flood Advisory for East Maui Until 10:45 a.m.

In East Maui, we have reports of heavy rain this morning in the area of Hāna Farms near mile marker 32 near the Hāna Airport. 

Grand Jury Indictment Made in 2016 Fatal Hit-and Run on Pi‘ilani Hwy

A Kīhei man was arrested following a grand jury indictment for his alleged involvement in a fatal hit-and-run accident in Nov. 2016 on the Piʻilani Highway.

New Program to Help Hawaiʻi Educators Buy Homes

The Hawai’i Executive Conference and Landed announce a new program that will help K-12 educators in Hawaiʻi buy homes.

Hearing For Man Accused of Sex Assault of Child

A man accused of breaking-in to a Kīhei home and sexually assaulting a three-year-old girl, is scheduled for a hearing on Maui today.
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