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E-bike bill veto leaves road safety gap, House Transportation panel chair says
House Transportation Committee Chair Darius Kila says he’s deeply disappointed with Gov. Josh Green’s veto of House Bill 958, which would have encouraged safe riding of electric bicycles on Hawaiʻi roadways. “This bill was the result of extensive work by advocates and members of both the House and Senate, and we reached agreement on a […]
Community meetings at public libraries to discuss Hawaiʻi’s Climate Plan this month
The Hawaiʻi Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission (CCMAC) is partnering with state libraries this month to host a series of community talk-story sessions on the draft Climate Action Pathways (CAP), a plan designed to guide Hawaiʻi toward a safer, healthier and more affordable future.
Free Skate Jam to be held at Pa‘animai Skatepark in Hāna on Sept. 27
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation and One Love Skate are partnering to host a free Skate Jam event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, at Pa‘animai Skatepark in Hāna.
Rare native Hawaiian land snails rediscovered after nearly a century
Bishop Museum, the State of Hawai‘i Museum of Natural and Cultural History, has announced the rediscovery of two native Hawaiian land snails not seen in nearly a century.
WCCC hosts first wellness fair for corrections officers and non-uniformed staff
Approximately a dozen community groups and cultural practitioners provided complimentary massages, yoga sessions and more for staff at the Women’s Community Correctional Center’s first wellness fair Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025.
Zippy’s opens new location in Henderson, Las Vegas
Zippy’s Restaurants celebrated the grand opening of its third location in southern Nevada, according to an announcement by the company Tuesday.
Mayor Bissen hosting community budget meetings for Fiscal Year 2027
Starting next week, Mayor Richard Bissen and his administration will host community budget meetings throughout Maui County for residents to share their priorities and provide input on the budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which begins July 1, 2026.
Hawaiian Airlines, Honolulu CC initiate aviation tech development program
Applications are open for a new workforce development initiative designed to train Hawaiʻi’s next generation of aviation maintenance technicians.
Maui Family Support Services celebrates 45 years of strengthening families across Maui County
Maui Family Support Services, Inc. announced its 45th Anniversary Celebration, marking more than four decades of dedicated service to children and families throughout Maui County. The celebration will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Maui Beach Hotel Moana Ballroom.
Case voices opposition to measure that he says slashes support for public education, workforce development and public health
US Congressman Ed Case (HI-01), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, voted in full Committee on Tuesday against the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations bill that he says cuts core assistance programs by $23.9 billion, or 11%, from current FY 2025 funding.
Senate WAM Committee gains fire management insights during visit to Maui
Members were walked through the DOFAW’s Kahului Baseyard, where DLNR is leading current fire management efforts.
Kiko downgraded to remnant low, continues on westward path away of Hawaiʻi
Kiko was downgraded from a tropical storm to a remnant low this morning, as it continues on a path north of the Hawaiian Islands. The system was last located 110 miles N of Honolulu and was traveling W at 12 mph with 35 mph maximum sustained winds.
Live mongoose captured on Kauaʻi
A live mongoose has been captured on Kauaʻi, where the invasive species does not have an established population. In a multiagency effort to prevent mongoose establishment, members of the Kaua‘i Invasive Species Committee captured the animal at Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor on Friday morning, Sept. 5.
Update/located: Woman known to frequent Kahului and Kīhei reported missing
Duray was located and found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department thanked the public for their assistance.
CFS offers suicide prevention resources statewide
With World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10, Child & Family Service reminds the community of its wide ranging mental health resources, in addition to trainings designed for active-duty service members and veterans.
Maui art exhibit to showcase works by Satoru Abe
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present Satoru Abe: Reaching for the Sun, an exhibition showcasing over seven decades of work by one of Hawai‘i’s most prominent artists, from Sept. 16 to Nov. 22, 2025, at the Schaefer International Gallery.
Results: Scholarship golf tournament raises funds for students with Maui ties pursuing law degrees
Now in its 29th year, the tournament continues to make a significant impact by helping local students achieve their dreams of a legal education.
Hawaiʻi Health Department reports 13th travel-related dengue virus case of 2025
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health has identified a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Oʻahu, bringing the total number of dengue cases to 13 in the state in 2025 (one on Maui, 12 on Oʻahu). The affected individual in this current case was exposed to the virus while traveling in a region where dengue is common and is not connected to prior cases.
Senate Ways and Means Committee visits Lānaʻi for updates on local sustainability
The Senate Ways and Means Committee arrived on Lānaʻi to receive updates on economic development and sustainability efforts from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and the Agribusiness Development Corporation.
Maui’s ʻukulele virtuoso Derick Sebastian to play national anthem at Dodger Stadium on Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway day
A chance meeting of the Arizona Diamondbacks CEO while playing at the Hula Grill in Kā‘anapali in 2009 has led to Derek Sebastian performing the Star-Spangled Banner before seven Major League Baseball games.
