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A 43-year-old Pukalani man is in police custody following an alleged burglary on Vineyard Street in Wailuku reported Friday morning. The man allegedly threatened responding officers before fleeing the scene, and is accused of resisting arrest and assaulting police during the incident.
Slope protection work to close one lane on Hāna Highway in Waikamoi
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is notifying the public that the makai lane at mile marker 9.8 on Hāna Highway (Route 360) in Waikamoi will be closed for slope protection work.
Street Bikers United Maui Chapter raises $3,700 for Pacific Cancer Foundation’s Children’s Fund
Street Bikers United Hawaiʻi Maui Chapter raised $3,700 for Pacific Cancer Foundation’s Children’s Fund through its 4th of July Weekend Biker Blowout Party, bringing the community together in support of local keiki and families facing cancer.
Joshua Hargrove appointed general manager of two iconic resorts in Waikīkī
Joshua Hargrove, who led The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali, through the 2023 Maui wildfires, has been named general manager of two Waikīkī resorts owned by Marriott International. He currently chairs the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association and previously served as chairman of the statewide Hawaiʻi Lodging & Tourism Association.
Tokuda joins 26 colleagues in issuing joint statement opposed to $3.2 billion in military money for Israel
US Rep. Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi joined 26 of her colleagues in a joint statement ahead of a House vote on an amendment to the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act that would halt $3.3 billion in Foreign Military Financing to Israel.
Hilo man who led online extremist group sentenced to 10 years for child pornography
A Hilo man who co-founded and led an online extremist group has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing child pornography, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Hawaiʻi announced.
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The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists, in partnership with the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy’s Peter Lamy Center on Drug Therapy and Aging, has announced Molokai Drugs, Inc. as the first recipient of Age-Friendly Pharmacy Recognition in Hawaiʻi. Funding from The John A. Hartford Foundation supports education and development of pharmacy champions in the […]
Waikō brush fire burns two acres
A brush fire on Waikō Road near Manea Place in Wailuku burned about two acres of brush and grass on Thursday night. Upon arrival, crews found the fire burning southwest of Waikō Road. Firefighters had to move concrete barriers to access the site.
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Maui Food Bank announced the appointment of Brandi Saragosa as its permanent Chief Executive Officer following a comprehensive search conducted by the organization’s Board of Directors.
State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers endorses Yuki Lei Sugimura for Maui County Mayor
Maui County mayoral candidate Yuki Lei Sugimura announced that she has earned the endorsement of the State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers (SHOPO), the union representing officers of the Maui County Police Department.
Mayor Richard Bissen bringing Holomua Kākou back to Lānaʻi
Mayor Richard Bissen will bring Holomua Kākou back to Lānaʻi on Monday, Aug. 17, and Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, following the postponement of the originally scheduled visit earlier this year. The ongoing initiative is part of Mayor Bissen’s efforts to bring County government directly to Maui County’s rural communities.
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AARP Hawai‘i seeks 2026 Andrus Award nominees
Award honors volunteers 50 years old and older who share their experience, talent and skills to not just make a difference in their communities but enrich them; nomination deadline is Sept. 1.
Roberg receives 2026 Mothers Against Drunk Driving Award for innovative traffic safety program
Hawaiʻi Police Department Area II Traffic Enforcement Unit officer and creator of the department's new 'Heal Our Highways' program was honored for his outstanding commitment to impaired driving enforcement and traffic safety education.
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding 16-year-old runaway
The teen was last seen leaving his home on July 9 on a dirt bike.
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Lane closures scheduled for Po‘ipū, Kōloa, Maluhia roads in Kōloa
Closures are planned for 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 20-24, weather permitting, and are necessary for roadside and shoulder vegetation maintenance.
Department of Water plans repairs, intermittent outages along upper Kuamoʻo Road
Residents of Wailua Homesteads near Kuamoʻo Road can expect water disruptions as essential repairs are conducted on a local water tank.
No injuries reported following brush fire near Hanamāʻulu Beach Park
There were no threats reported to nearby structures.

















