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Hula Hālau Tradename Filing in Japan Sparks Controversy in Hawai‘i
The controversy that arose when a former student of a hula hālau reportedly filed papers to trademark the Hālau Ka Liko Pua O Kalaniākea name in Japan.
Rep. Ing Proposes Net Neutrality Bill
State Representative Kaniela Saito Ing will propose legislation to explore the feasibility of public or community-owned, high-speed broadband in Hawaiʻi.
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Hawai‘i Humpback Whale Season Underway
As 12,000 humpback whales migrate to Hawaiʻi each year. Approaching humpback whales within 100 yards or within 1,000 feet by air is illegal.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures, Dec. 16-22
Maintenance is planned on the Hāna Highway this week between mile 14 and 15 in Haʻikū. Alternating lane closures will be in effect between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Maui New Year’s Eve Fireworks Information: 2 Public Displays Planned
There are 937 permits available on Maui, 89 on Lānaʻi and 84 on Molokaʻi. Fireworks can only be legally set off from 9p New Year’s Eve to 1a New Year’s Day.
Maui Flood Conditions Forecast Through Wednesday Night
A slow moving cold front will move down the island chain tonight through Wednesday night.
Miscellaneous Accident: Teen Falls From Sixth Floor Window
Miscellaneous Accident: Teen Falls From Sixth Floor Window. The juvenile was transported to the hospital in critical condition and treated for injuries.
Winter Weather Brings Freezing Rain to Haleakalā Overnight
The Summit District at Haleakalā re-opened at 4:30 this morning after an overnight closure that went into effect on Friday due to heavy rain and icy conditions.
Black Ice, Below-Freezing Temperatures at Haleakalā
Due to current temperatures and wind chill, motorists are advised that there is black ice on the park road at the upper elevations at Haleakalā.
Letter Goes Home to Kīhei Parents Amid Attempted Kidnapping Report
A student was approached at the pickup area by Līloa St on Wednesday afternoon by a male described to be in his 40s, with short, dark hair and dyed ends.
Lahaina Bypass From Olowalu to Keawe St Slated for March Completion
A list of current and future projects that the state DOT has planned in Maui County was unveiled along will a progress, timelines, costs and scope.
Holiday Drive Sober Campaign Runs From Dec. 13 into New Year
The Maui Police Department is participating in the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign, which began on Dec. 13, 2017, and continues into the New Year.
Award-Winning Filmmaker to Teach Digital Storytelling at UH Maui College
The creative media program at UHMC welcomes award-winning director, writer and producer Brian Kohne to teach its digital storytelling class in spring 2018.
FCC Votes 3-2 to Repeal Net Neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission today cast a 3-2 vote along party lines to repeal net neutrality protections implemented during the Obama administration.
Colorado Man Pulled from Waters off Wailea Beach
A 56-year-old Colorado man died on Tuesday after being pulled from the water at Wailea Beach where he had been snorkeling with a family member
Hawai‘i Holds 3 Spots in List of Largest Hotel Deals of 2017
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali was listed at number 5 with Marriott International Inc. selling the property for $317 million in March.
Hawai’i Mayors Pledge: 100% Renewable Ground Transportation by 2045
Mayor Arakawa: “It is vitally important that we chart a new course that steers us away from fossil fuel use and carbon emissions in our ground transportation.”
Hawai‘i Vehicle Fatalities Surpass 100 in 2017
DOT officials: “Working together, we can reduce Hawaiʻi’s annual traffic fatalities from 101, to 80 or fewer by 2018, toward the ultimate goal of zero deaths.”
Hanabusa Joins Call for Investigation into Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against President
US Rep. Hanabusa of Hawaiʻi joined 58 of her colleagues in calling on a House Committee to investigate allegations of sexual misconduct against President Trump.
HHSC Files Complaint Amid Unresolved Lease Negotiations with Pacific Cancer Institute on Maui
Hawaiʻi Health System Corporation filed a legal complaint on Tuesday in an ongoing effort to get a lease negotiated with the Pacific Cancer Institute on Maui.
