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Capobianco Murder Trial: Graphic Photos Detailed
The Maui murder trial for Steven Capobianco entered a fourth day on Friday with continued testimony from lead detective Wendell Loo, who described hair clumps, bone fragments and clothing allegedly belonging to the Charli Scott.
Holiday Weekend Weather Forecast
Strong and gusty trade winds will affect the state through Saturday, with a slight drop in winds expected for the rest of the holiday weekend. Dry and stable…
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Unscheduled Cane Fire Burns 40 Acres
Paia firefighters arrived at 3:16 p.m. and found a 2 acre fire burning in the center of a sugar cane field on the Paia side of Holomua Road.
Windy Conditions, Gale Warning Posted
Trade winds will continue over the islands, becoming strong and gusty by Friday and staying that way through the holiday weekend. Dry and stable conditions are expected…
Man Found Floating at Lahaina Harbor, Autopsy Planned
Maui police say a 23 year-old male was found floating face-down in Lahaina Harbor at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28, 2016.
Jury Hears Audio of Two Police Interviews with Capobianco
Sgt. Wendell Loo returned to the stand where he testified about two in-person interviews that were conducted and recorded with the defendant on Feb. 12, 2014.
Maui Government Structure Change Voted Down
Maui Councilmembers voted 5-4 against the change in government structure and will not be included on November’s general election ballot.
Wet Trades Today, Drier Air Mass Expected Soon
Solid trade winds are forecast through the middle of next week. The trades will pick up Thursday night through the holiday weekend. A much drier airmass…
Hawai‘i’s Homeless Population Increases to 7,921
A recent study revealed an overall increase in the number of homeless in the state compared to last year.
Contract Awarded for Lahaina Bypass Project, Phase 1B-2
The $38.6 million contract for phase 1B-2 includes the design and construction services for 2.7 miles of the bypass south of Lahaina.
Briefly Heavy Showers Possible Tonight
Trade winds are expected to become gusty later in the week. Breezy conditions should then last through the much of the holiday weekend. A disturbance will bring…
Maui Murder Trial: Judge Allows Statements Relating to Polygraph
Judge Joseph Cardoza said he was satisfied that the statement relating to a polygraph test was given voluntarily by the defendant and said there was no need for a warning of Miranda Rights.
Volkswagen Settlement: Up to $10 Million to Hawai‘i
A settlement agreement has been reached that requires Volkswagen to pay more than $570 million for violating state laws.
Elmer Cravalho, Maui’s First Mayor Dies
Maui’s first mayor, Elmer Cravalho died last night, Maui Now confirmed with the Rod Antone from the Office of Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa.
Maui Water and Sewer Rates Increase on July 1, 2016
Effective July 1, 2016, a sewer rate increase averaging 5% will go into effect in for general and agricultural customers on Maui.
Governor Ige Has 9 Items on Intent to Veto List
One measure relating to separation of benefits for employees affected by the Maui Region hospitals transition is on Governor Ige’s intent to veto list.
Increased Showers Expected This Evening
Trade winds are expected through the holiday weekend. Passing showers are expected for mainly windward areas and forecast to be light. A disturbance will move…
Testimony Begins in Capobianco Murder Trial
The murder trail for Steven Capobianco got underway today following opening statements from both the prosecution and defense telling very different stories of evidence that they plan to present to jurors.
MFD Hazardous Materials Unit Stops Chlorine Leak
A Water department employee was responding to an alarm from the facility and confirmed that there was a gas leak in a storage unit that housed chlorine tanks used to treat drinking water.
Habitat for Humanity Receives $100,000 Grant
Habitat for Humanity Maui will receive $100,000 grant to fund critical positions and partner with more families who need decent and affordable places to live.
