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Oregon Man Dies, Fell Ill While Snorkeling at ‘Āhihi-Kina‘u

The snorkeler was brought to shore after reportedly experiencing a medical emergency in waters at the ʻĀhihi-Kinaʻu Natural Area Reserve.

Police Seek Help to ID Body Recovered in April

The Maui Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the body of male that was found on April 23, 2017 in a field above Kaiwahine Street in Kīhei.

WANTED: Mathias Wanted on Arrest Warrants

The Maui Police Department is asking for public assistance in locating Lee Mathias who is wanted for several arrest warrants.

Black Friday Specials, Deals and Hours on Maui

Maui Now breaks down all the deals and hours for Thanksgiving and Black Friday across Maui

‘Īao Valley State Monument to Re-Open Nov. 22, Ahead of Schedule

ʻĪao Valley State Monument will reopen on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017, following completion of a second phase of slope stabilization to the stream areas in the park that were damaged by a massive flood event in September 2016. The park was originally expected to reopen by Dec. 16, 2017.

Mayor Seeks Removal of Water Director, Dave Taylor

Maui Director of Water Supply Dave Taylor has been placed on paid administrative leave while Mayor Alan Arakawa seeks his removal as head of the department.

Top Maui Headlines with Wendy Osher

Here are some of the important headlines and stories you need to know around Maui.

Interstellar Object Discovered with Maui Telescope Gets Hawaiian Name: “ʻOumuamua”

The interstellar object that was discovered last month with the Pan-STARRS 1 telescope atop Haleakalā on Maui, now has a name — ʻOumuamua.

Update: Police Investigate Unattended Death Near Kahului Elementary

The investigation stems from the discovery of a lifeless body of an adult male, found near the campus of Kahului Elementary School at 6:46 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017.

Winds Weakening Today for Maui County

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2.2% Hawai‘i Unemployment Rate, Lowest on Record

Here on Maui, the unemployment rate was even lower with Maui Island reporting a 1.9% unemployment rate for October, down from the 2.4% rate in September and the 2.9% reported at the same time last year.

Dive Float Found Off Launiupoko, Maui

The US Coast Guard is seeking the public’s help identifying the owner of an adrift dive float found approximately three miles off Launiupoko, Maui, Thursday.

Windy Conditions Continue Today

Windy conditions expected through Thursday with winds weakening Friday and Saturday. Windward and mauka spots will get some scattered…

Atty Gen: Saito’s Escape was “Premeditated, Intentional and Planned”

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health is placing a total of seven Hawaiʻi State Hospital employees on off-duty status without pay pending the investigation.

Maui Film, “Kuleana” Kicks Off Hawai‘i International Film Festival

Next up for KULEANA will be a one-night-only screening on Maui during the holidays – stay tuned for an exclusive announcement

Black Friday Deals Start Early on Maui

Black Friday sales are starting earlier, weeks ahead of the actual shopping holiday at some Maui stores

BREAKING: Hawai‘i Mental Health Escapee Arrested in California

Maui Now has learned that an arrest has been made for a mental health patient who escaped from the Hawaiʻi State Hospital in Kaneʻohe over the weekend.  

Winds Gusting to 30 mph Today

Windy trade winds are forecast through about Thursday before dropping off a bit Friday into Saturday. Wet weather continues for parts of the state…

$500K Bench Warrant Issued for Escapee Saito

Law enforcement authorities in all 50 states may enforce an arrest warrant issued by the state of Hawaiʻi.

UPDATE BREAKING: Saito Landed in California 2 Hours Before Being Reported Missing

Sources tell Maui Now that a man who escaped from the Hawaiʻi State Hospital was only on Maui for a short while before boarding another flight for the mainland
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