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Search Suspended for Remaining Crewmember of Sincerity Ace
Good Samaritans from four merchant vessels were able to rescue 16 of the 21 Sincerity Ace crew who abandoned ship following a fire, Monday.
Mayor Mike Victorino Sworn Into Office
Maui County Mayor Mike Victorino took the oath of office on Wednesday morning from 2nd Circuit Chief Judge Joseph Cardoza.
Terminal Patient Becomes First to Request Prescription Under New Hawai‘i Law
Terminal cancer patient and medical aid-in-dying advocate John Radcliffe, today went on record as Hawaiʻi’s first individual to request a prescription for aid-in-dying medication under a new law that took effect on Jan. 1, 2019.
Brown Water Advisory for DT Fleming, Maui
A Brown Water Advisory has been for DT Fleming Beach in West Maui.
Sentry Donates $25,000 to Maui United Way
Sentry announced it will donate $25,000 to Maui United Way, an organization helping to address Maui’s most vital needs through the impact areas of Education…
12 New Year’s Eve Fires on Maui, 4 Fireworks Related
Over a 24 hour period beginning New Year’s Eve at 3 p.m., the Maui Fire Department responded to 12 total fire related calls.
Kula Man Dies in New Year Accident on Pūlehu Road
The collision occurred as a 2004 Honda CR-V multi-purpose vehicle was traveling southbound on Pūlehu Road attempting to negotiate a right curve in the roadway.
Maui Year in Review: Top Stories of 2018
Hurricanes, snow, a false missile and volcanic activity all made our list of top 20 stories in 2018. Here’s a recap of our top stories of 2018:
Land Purchase Closes for Kula Ag Park Expansion
Maui’s purchase of 262 acres of A&B ag land in Kula has closed escrow, effectively allowing the county to nearly double the size of its current ag park lands.
Hawai‘i Medical-Aid-In-Dying Law Takes Effect Jan. 1, 2019
Starting tomorrow, residents with a terminal illness and 6 months or less to live may request medical-aid-in-dying prescriptions under Our Care, Our Choice Act.
Haleakalā National Park Government Shutdown Update
During the lapse in appropriations, most areas of Haleakalā NP remain open with all park laws enforced. Sunrise reservations are still required from 3-7 a.m.
$9 M in Grants Released by Maui Mayor’s Office
Funds have helped preserve our environment and open space, support our small businesses, and share our host culture with residents and visitors.
Maui Flash Flood Warning Until 9:45 p.m.
At 642 PM HST, radar indicated heavy rain near Kapalua. Rain was falling at a rate of two to three inches per hour. Flash flooding is expected to begin shortly.
Vehicle Suspected in Pi‘ilani Fatality Located, Owner Arrested and Released
Maui police have located and seized a green Geo Tracker suspected of being involved in a deadly motor vehicle collision on the Piʻilani Highway.
Hawai‘i 2nd State to Ban Wild Animal Circus Acts
Gov. Ige signed a rule amendment to ban the import of elephants, tigers, bears, and other dangerous wild animals for circus and carnival performances.
Maui Polystyrene Ban Takes Effect Dec. 31
A bill restricting the use and sale of polystyrene foam food service containers in Maui County goes into effect on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018.
Lt. Gov. to Keynote Maui Council Inauguration
Lieutenant Governor Josh Green will deliver the keynote address at the Maui County Council inauguration on Jan. 2, 2019 at 10 a.m. in the Council Chamber.
Maui Woman Dies in Pi‘ilani Highway Hit-and-Run Accident
Update: Police Press Release Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision On Tuesday, December 25th, 2018 at approximately 6:25 p.m., a fatal motor vehicle collision occurred on Piilani Highway just south of Kaonoulu Street in Kihei, Hawaii. Preliminary investigation reveal’s that a Harley Davidson Motorcycle with two occupants was traveling southbound on Piilani Highway. While the motorcycle was […]
Hale Kau Kau: 1.5 Million Meals and Counting
Today, South Maui’s only daily soup kitchen, Hale Kau Kau, served its 10,000th consecutive day of meal service.
Maui Police Body Cam Video Released in Deadly Shooting
New video of yesterday’s deadly officer-involved shooting in Wailuku was released at a press conference today at the Wailuku Police Station. The 23 second encounter at the Kaohu Street, South Market Street intersection, came following a chase that ensued for approximately 12 minutes.





