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Wet Weekend Ahead for Maui County
A low north of Kauai will move southwest through Monday, passing just west of Kauai Sunday morning. The disturbance will bring showery…
Last Load of Sugar Departs from Kahului Harbor
The final load of sugar from Maui went out of port at Kahului Harbor this morning. Blaring boat horns could be heard throughout central Maui as the departure marked the end of an era for sugar in the islands.
Chance of Thunderstorms Today, Wet Weekend Ahead
A weak cold front over the Big Island will move east of the state later today. A deep low pressure system associated with this front is now forecast to move…
UPDATE: Repairs Underway to Fix Waterline Break on Kaʻahumanu Ave
Water work on Kaahumanu Avenue is anticipated to be completed at approximately 5:30 p.m. today (Friday, Dec. 16, 2016).
Hawaiʻi Unemployment Rate 3.0%, Lowest in 9 Years
The Island of Maui in Maui County recorded a 2.9% unemployment rate in November 2016, down from the 3.1% rate recorded in October, and the 3.3% rate reported in November of last year.
Maui Police Begin Holiday Crackdown on Impaired Driving
The Maui Police Department’s Traffic Section will be cracking down on impaired driving as part of the annual holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” nationwide campaign.
Maui Medical Cannabis Dispensary Located at Maui Lani
The company expects to sell cannabis and cannabis-derivative products approximately 112 days after it receives a “Notice to Proceed with Cultivation” from the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health.
Capobianco Trial: Jury “Divided,” Deliberations Continue
The jury has decided to continue deliberations after receiving a communication from the court today asking if they are deadlocked or if more time would help them in coming to a decision.
Culinary Countdown at Auntie’s Kitchen in Kā‘anapali
The newly-opened Auntie’s Kitchen at The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas offers The 12 Days of Poke from Dec. 14 to 25 to benefit Imua Family Services.
Beautiful Today, Unsettled Weather Expected Soon
Fairly dry and stable weather across the island chain through Wednesday night. A front is forecast to pass from west to east over the state Thursday through Friday…
MAPA Purchases Main Street Promenade Building in Wailuku
The Maui Academy of Performing Arts, also known as MAPA, has purchased the Main Street Promenade Properties in Wailuku from Robert and Lisa Joslin.
Stranded Hikers Rescued at “Commando Hike”
Two visitors were airlifted from the area known as the “Commando Trail” in Kailua on Monday morning after becoming stranded by high stream water on Sunday night.
Nicer Weather Expected Today for Maui County
Nice weather for most spots the next couple of days as drier more stable conditions are ushered in. More unsettled weather is expected to return for the second…
Coast Guard, Salvation Army Bring Holiday Cheer to Molokaʻi
The Coast Guard Station Maui partnered with the Salvation Army to deliver toys to the children of Molokaʻi on Friday, Dec. 9, 2016.
Improving Weather Conditions Expected Today
A gradual improvement in our weather pattern from west to east is expected over the next few days, as moisture associated with a trough of low pressure moves…
Stalled Motorists, Flooded Bridge in South Maui
We received reports of flooding near the Kīhei Bay Vista property as well as the wetland area just south of the old Maui Lu property in North Kīhei.
Siren Malfunction Confirmed in Kīhei
Authorities have confirmed that the emergency siren in Kīhei is malfunctioning. There is NO emergency at this time.
UPDATE: Maui Flood Warning Expires
Weather radar indicates that the heaviest rain has pushed offshore. Therefore the Flash Flood Warning will be allowed to expire at 1030 PM. Light to occasional moderate rainfall continues however, and, minor flooding of low lying and poor drainage areas may continue for the next hour or two.
UPDATE: Honoapiʻilani Hwy (30) Flooding
The Honoapiʻilani Highway in West Maui is closed between North Kīhei junction in Māʻalaea to Papalaua Wayside Park in Lahaina due to flooding across the roadway.
Unsettled Weather Tomorrow, Transitions Sunday
A disturbance west of the state will keep conditions unsettled through Saturday, with cloudy skies and pop up showers. The disturbance is forecast to shift…
