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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.
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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.”

Hawaiian Airlines Fares Drop As Low as $97.60 Roundtrip

Interisland airfare on Hawaiian Airlines has dropped as low as $97.60 round trip between Maui and Oahu in May, according to a search of the company’s website.

Hiker Injured on South Maui Lava Field

The hiker, identified as a 73-year-old woman visiting from Portland, Oregon, was rescued from a trail in the lava fields south of La Perouse Bay in Mākena.

Magnitude-5.5 Earthquake on Kīlauea Volcano’s south flank

The location, depth, and waveforms recorded as part of today’s earthquake are consistent with slip along this south flank fault.

Maunakea Skiing Investigation Finds No Damage, Reaffirms Need for Rules

The report cited that the skiing/boarding incident on a snow-less Maunakea highlighted the need for administrative rules on UH managed lands.

42 Inmates Refused Order During MCCC Disturbance

Maui Community Correctional Center inmates who refused the order began breaking fire sprinklers, which began shooting water out in the common area.

Maui Police Special Response Team Takes Man into Custody at Kahului Home

A Special Response Team from the Maui Police Department took a man into custody at a cottage on Kea Street this morning.
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