Latest Election Results
Maui Mayor
- BISSEN, Richard T., Jr.46.1%
- SUGIMURA, Yuki Lei Kashiwa33.6%
- LA COSTA, P. Denise11.6%
- PETTERSON, Amy2.5%
- DUNBAR, John1.1%
- LIGGETT, Travis A.0.7%
- WELSH, Callahan P.0.6%
- MOSES, Joseph0.5%
- HERRMANN, Justin0.4%
- ZAHND, Laurent0.2%
Councilmember
Wailuku-Waihee-Waikapu- MONIZ, Marvin32.4%
- LINDSEY, Ashley Awakea18.6%
- FORREST, James (Nahele)15.6%
- KONOHIA, Randy Ha'aheo12.7%
- LLOYD, Alan Peter4.8%
Councilmember
Kahului- BATANGAN, Kauanoe41.7%
- KAMEKONA, Carol Lee32.8%
- ABABAN, Jason7.3%
Councilmember
Upcountry- PAHIA, Bobby42.1%
- YOKOUCHI, Jon Masaru17.6%
- CABILES, Derrick W.15.3%
- GUARD, John B., IV (Jb)8.9%
Governor
Democratic- GREEN, Josh81.8%
- SHIM, Lauren Kapoliahi'iaka5.0%
- LUCAS-TADEO, George (Teva)3.6%
- BOURGOIN, Duke2.0%
Governor
Republican- CORDERY, Gary66.6%
- FUJIYAMA, Ken21.2%
Governor
Nonpartisan- HILL, Bu Laia12.8%
- WILLIAMSON, Calvert A.8.4%
- LEWMAN, Clyde McClain (Mac)4.9%
- GIUFFRE, John M. (Raghu)3.8%
Lieutenant Governor
Democratic- KAWAKAMI, Derek S.K.62.2%
- BELATTI, Della Au24.5%
- CHOI, John5.8%
- PULETASI, Sam1.0%
- CUADRA, Ku L. (Bobby)0.6%
Lieutenant Governor
Republican- ANTHONY, Daniel31.1%
- MEJIA, Margaret Rose19.8%
- PETERS, Robert E.16.3%
- CRESENCIA, Hopelin (Hope)14.8%
Lieutenant Governor
Nonpartisan- KAMAU, Kilakila24.7%
Maui News 50 years of Aloha ʻĀina with Protect Kahoʻolawe ʻOhana to be celebrated at Bishop…
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2026 Hawaiʻi Primary Election Results
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Latest Maui News
50 years of Aloha ʻĀina with Protect Kahoʻolawe ʻOhana to be celebrated at Bishop Museum
Museum plans series of presentations in honor of the group’s half-century and a recommitment to Aloha ʻĀina movement.
Community invited to celebrate the Maui County Veterans Council’s Second Annual Patriotic Luncheon
The nonprofit Maui County Veterans Council invites the community to its Second Annual Patriotic Community Luncheon on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Rainbow Ballroom at Maui Beach Hotel, 170 W. Kaʻahumanu Avenue in Kahului.
Officer Suzanne O’s one-year anniversary sign waving events planned across Maui County
The community is invited to join in department-led Officer Suzanne O Sign Waving events in honor of her memory and to encourage the passage of the Officer Suzanne O Bill during the upcoming legislative session.
‘Art of the Aloha Shirt’ unbuttons at the MACC’s Schaefer International Gallery, Aug. 11-Oct. 3
Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Schaefer International Gallery will open “Keoni of Hawaiʻi: Art of the Aloha Shirt” on Tuesday, an exhibition tracing the early history of the aloha shirt through the work of designer John “Keoni” Meigs.
Maui police launch murder investigation after fatal assault in Kahului
Maui police have launched a second degree murder investigation into the death of a 71-year-old man in Kahului, Thursday night.
Two people killed, four other injured in Polaris crash on Molokaʻi
Two people died as a result of a rollover accident involving a Polaris utility terrain vehicle (UTV) near Hālawa Valley Park on Molokaʻi, Saturday. The incident occurred on at around 10:57 p.m. on Aug. 8, 2026, on Kamehameha V Highway near Mile 28.
Lahaina Rotary Interclub Gathering features Rotary District 5000 Governor Benson Medina
Rotary club members and members of the public are invited to the Lahaina Rotary Interclub Gathering on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the rooftop venue at Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate.
Outstanding public service recognized at DLNR 2026 employee service awards
Employees of the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources who distinguished themselves through exceptional service to communities throughout the state were celebrated at the agency’s annual Incentive Service Awards Ceremony.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui Back-to-School Health Fair draws more than 450 families
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui connected more than 450 families with health and wellness resources during its annual Back-to-School Health Fair on July 24 at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului.
South Kīhei Road near Kamaʻole II Beach Park to reopen ahead of schedule on Aug. 11, 2026
After complex repairs from storm damage, South Kīhei Road near Kamaʻole II Beach Park will reopen to traffic on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, according to the County of Maui Department of Public Works. The reopening is ahead of the original completion estimate of this fall.
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Business Monday: Multigenerational farm Lions Gate Coffee looking for new owners
The Lions Gate turnkey sale offers established distribution across the mainland and internationally, along with name-brand recognition.
Public Invited to shape conservation at East Hawaiʻi Local Working Group meeting
The Local Working Group advises Natural Resources Conservation Service, ensuring conservation programs are tailored to East Hawaiʻi’s unique needs; together, these stakeholders collaborate to strengthen conservation efforts throughout the region.
Hawaiʻi Island chefs promote local foods with free recipe giveaway
Discover the flavorful fusion of locally sourced ingredients through the Kona Kohala Chefs Association's new initiative, "Local Foods in Island Recipes."
Kauai News
Junior golfers compete in a tournament, resulting in 2 Kauaʻi winners
The Poʻipū Bay Junior Classic winners include Kalā Abraham, Kai Taylor, Shane Murphy, Mie Funakoshi, Makayla Yonemura, and Makena Yonemura.
University of Hawaiʻi to replace the fundraising and membership program for student athletes
The University of Hawaiʻi is launching Bows Athletics Club to ehance support for nearly 500 student-athletes.
Green appoints Danielle Bass to represent Senate District 18
Danielle Bass was appointed following the retirement of state Sen. Michelle Kidani and will represent the district until a successor elected in the Nov. 3 general election takes office.












