Temporary safe parking site wins unanimous Maui Council approval, but potential severe weather delays opening

The William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is headed to the neighbor islands. This fall, the law school will host a series of informational sessions across Hawaiʻi for prospective students.

Dream Resorts, the hospitality company behind Maui Resort Rentals and Beachview Rentals, has announced the appointment of Nikki Golden as Director of Experience. In her new role, Golden will oversee Guest and Owner Experience while helping establish a unified service model and experience standards across the growing Dream Resorts portfolio.

Maui County’s registered voters with email addresses in their voter record will automatically receive notification when their ballot package has been mailed, received and accepted for counting, or if there is an issue with their ballot envelope that needs to be addressed.

If the NOAA wet season forecast is accurate, the state may experience drier-than-normal conditions and droughts in many areas due to El Niño.

All schools on Molokaʻi closed today, Oct. 28, 2026, due to flooded roads. This includes: Molokaʻi High, Molokaʻi Middle, Kaunakakai Elementary, Kilohana Elementary and Maunaloa Elementary on Molokaʻi. Flooded roads are affecting safe access to the campuses.

The County of Maui opened Makahiki Maui Nui, a new collaborative initiative honoring the Hawaiian season of Makahiki, with Wehena Makahiki, an opening ceremony held Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Royal Complex of Mokuʻula/Mokuhinia in Lahaina.

The Maui Police Department, in coordination with its healthcare partner, is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating next of kin for several deceased individuals within Maui County.

The Maui County Council voted 9-0 on Friday to approve a bill that lets the county open a temporary site for people living in their vehicles along Pūlehu Road, even as advocates for houseless residents called the location a “dust bowl,” and some council members warned that the project needs a clearer framework and more site improvements.

The grant will support the $56.1 million Port of Kahului Cargo Yard Expansion project, significantly increasing landside capacity and operational efficiency at Maui’s sole commercial port.

Kaiser Permanente Hawaii tied for the highest rating in the state earning 4.5 out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in its 2027 star ratings.

The Shops at Wailea welcomes Raiman Rocks, a new fine jewelry boutique opening Saturday, Nov. 14. Founded by Maui residents Gall and Galit Raiman, Raiman Rocks specializes in rare natural diamonds, one-of-a-kind designs and personalized concierge services. A Hawaiian blessing ceremony and public celebration will mark the grand opening.

The Hawaiʻi State Senate is now hiring for the 2027 Legislative Session, offering individuals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in state government while helping serve the people of Hawaiʻi.