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Beer Co. Worker on Maui Injured in Drum Explosion
A worker at Maui Brewing Co. was injured on Monday morning while cutting an open and empty 55 gallon drum.
Armed Perimeter Remains at Maui Jail, Mood Has “Calmed”
The mood at Maui Community Correctional Center and “overall atmosphere has calmed,” since removing 21 inmates to Hālawa.
Maui Crime Stoppers: Missing Man Last Heard From on Dec. 17
Thomas A. Gatlin, a 36-year-old man, reported missing on March 17, 2019. Gatlin was last heard from by relatives on the mainland on Dec. 17, 2018.
Baldwin, Ho‘okipa Beach Parks Remain Closed Due to Flooding, Surf
All beach parks have been assessed and are open Monday, except Baldwin and Hoʻokipa beach parks, according to the Department of Parks and Recreation.
Free Books for Maui County Keiki – How You Can Help ‘Book Trust’
Our Malika Dudley interviewed Book Trust Hawaii Director, Katie McMillan for details on their yearly extravaganza. View the video above for more on what Book Trust does here in Maui County…
Surf Warning Continued, 25-40 Feet and Dropping
West Maui parks from Papalaua to DT Fleming Beach Park will remain closed until a safety assessment has been completed. A high surf warning remains in effect.
Maui Beach Parks Closed Ahead of Giant Surf
Maui County will keep Papalaua Wayside Park closed today and not reopen beach parks on north- and west-facing shores on Monday until safety conditions have been assessed
Southwest Launches Inaugural Commercial Flight to Hawai‘i
Southwest completed its inaugural commercial flight, launching service to Hawaiʻi today from Oakland International Airport to Honolulu.
360,000 Visitors to Molokini is Concerning
New evidence suggests that some marine predators are being displaced by high human use at the Molokini Marine Life Conservation District.
Driver Sought in Fatal Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Crash in Wailea, Maui
The body of 41 year old James Mallobox was found lying in the northbound lane of Wailea Alanui Drive after apparently being struck by a vehicle
Maui Police Conduct St. Patrick’s DUI Enforcement
Beginning this Friday and continuing through the weekend, motorist can expect to see increased police patrols during all hours of the day and night, which will include the use of unmarked patrol vehicles, police motorcycles and sobriety checkpoints at various locations.
Giant Surf Forecast, Special Weather Statement Issued
A combination of giant surf, strong N winds, and near peak monthly high tides, overwash of low-lying coastal areas and roadways is likely Sunday to Monday.
Maui Man Arrested in Alleged Break-In, Sex Assault of 3-Year-Old
Maui police arrested a Haʻikū man after an early morning break-in and sex-assault reported against a three-year-old girl in Kīhei.
21 Maui Inmates Transferred to Hālawa
MCCC staff were able to identify 21 inmates who “aggressively participated” in Monday’s jail riot at the MCCC. They arrived on a charter flight to Oʻahu at…
Resilient Reefs on Maui, Threats Identified
Results of the survey suggest that coral reefs can be managed to build resilience and increase survivability in an uncertain climate future.
Maui’s Destin Cretton to Direct Marvel’s Shang-Chi
Destin Daniel Cretton, who is originally from Haʻikū, Maui, was selected as the director of Marvel Studio’s superhero movie Shang-Chi.
Modules in Monday’s Jail Riot on Maui Secured
The two modules involved in Monday’s riot at MCCC have since been secured. Although common areas are still unusable, individual cells are now being occupied.
Hawaiian Airlines Increases San Francisco-Hawai‘i Service
Hawaiian Airlines today announced it is adding a third daily flight between San Francisco and Hawaii in October using its new Airbus A321neo aircraft.
Maui Girl on Cancer Journey Gets Disney Wish Granted
Kahalau went to the doctor three times before physicians found a huge mass in her abdomen. It was high risk, stage three cancer. The diagnosis was devastating.
Inmates Still Agitated, Overcrowding Likely Source of Monday’s Riot at MCCC
PSD officials say: “It is expected that they will still be agitated and may create loud situations. Earlier they were pounding on the cell doors of the module.”





