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One Person Injured, Combustion Fumes From Generator Spark Kīhei Structure Fire
One person was injured when combustion fumes from a portable gasoline generator caused and explosion and sparked a structure fire in Kīhei on Monday evening
Governor Ige Rescinds Emergency Proclamation at Maunakea
Governor Ige has rescinded his emergency proclamation at Maunakea. DLNR has also granted a two-year extension for the initiation of construction of the TMT to Sept. 26, 2021.
Milled Rumble Strip Installation on Honoapi‘ilani Hwy Results in Traffic Backup
The state Department of Transportation has confirmed that the backup is due to the installation of milled rumble strips along the Honoapiʻilani Highway.
Molina Seeks Creation of Pā‘ia-Ha‘ikū Advisory Committee
Molina who represents Makawao, Haʻikū and Pāʻia said even though his district is not as remote as Hāna, “the Pāʻia-Haʻikū area has experienced one of the highest annual growth rates in the state.”
Maui Lane Closures: July 27 to Aug. 2
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting a number of road projects on Maui during the period ending Friday, Aug. 2, 2019.
Mayor Victorino Urges Emergency Preparedness Ahead of Erick and Flossie
While Hurricane Erick is forecast to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands and Tropical Storm Flossie approaches from the Eastern North Pacific, Mayor Michael Victorino is urging residents to be vigilant, stay informed and prepare.
Mauna Loa’s 1935 Flow Seen in Current Media Coverage of Maunakea
In ongoing media coverage of demonstrations at the base of Maunakea, many hundreds of people can be seen standing on a black lava flow that surrounds Puʻuhuluhulu.
Category 4 Hurricane Erick Moves Into Central Pacific
Erick has become a major category 4 hurricane and has moved into the Central Pacific basin where it is being tracked from forecasters in Hawaiʻi.
Wailuku Man Charged with Attempted Murder in North Market Shooting
A 57-year-old Wailuku man was charged with second degree attempted murder after allegedly firing a handgun at his neighbor Friday evening.
Wailuku Man Keeps Navy’s Newest Helicopters Flying
2009 Kamehameha Schools graduate, Petty Officer 3rd Class Kamaki Maluo-Huber of Maui is serving with a U.S. Navy helicopter squadron.
Kīhei Charter Enrollment Grows to 720
Enrollment at Kīhei Charter School is up by 100 students over last school year, with an expected 720 students to begin attending classes in the coming semester.
Tropical Storms Erick and Flossie to Become Hurricanes
The weather pattern is forecast to change late Thursday as Tropical Storm Erick moves into the local area.
Woman Missing, Vehicle Found in East Maui
Khiara Henry, 23, arrived on Maui on July 21, 2019, and the vehicle she rented was found at Waiʻānapanapa State Park in Hāna on July 25, 2019.
Erick to Become Hurricane by Late Monday or Tuesday
Erick is expected to become a hurricane by late Monday or early Tuesday. Tropical Storm Erick is located about 1665 miles ESE of Hilo, Hawaiʻi
Sugimura: Analysis Needed for Upcountry Cesspool Replacement Requirement
“Clarification as to why Upcountry Maui is deemed a top priority for cesspool replacements is needed,” said Sugimura.
16 Hawaiian Home Land Lots Awarded on Lānaʻi
DHHL has a total of 50 acres of land on Lānaʻi. In addition to the 16 lots awarded on Saturday, the Department has future plans to develop approximately 79 additional lots.
Kīhei High School Infrastructure Work Traffic Advisory
Construction work is planned on Piʻilani Hwy from Kaonoulu St to East Waipuilani St as part of Phase I infrastructure work for the new Kīhei High School.
Maunakea Day 12: Mayor Kim Clarifies Role, OHA Board Resolution
Mayor Kim said on Thursday that he has no authority to intervene or make any kind of deal regarding TMT; his role is to work with all sides to find a better way forward for everyone concerned.
Shipt Partners With Times Supermarkets on Three Islands
Shipt is partnering with Times Supermarkets to bring same-day delivery to three Hawaiian Islands, including the Kīhei and Lahaina areas of Maui.
Fatal Fall at “Chutes and Ladders” Area
A 37-year-old Kentucky woman died during a visit to the popular “Chutes and Ladders” area north of Honokōhau Thursday morning.
