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Maui Planning Commission to review Hoʻonani Village, housing and parking bills
The Maui Planning Commission is scheduled to review land use bills regarding the proposed Hoʻonani Village project near Kahului Airport, as well as legislation regarding accessory dwelling units, agricultural retail structures and electric vehicle charging stations.
FEMA housing assistance for Maui wildfire survivors extended 18 days while yearlong extension under review
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has extended its temporary housing and financial assistance to Feb. 28 for the approximately 1,500 people still receiving it.
Kamaliʻi Elementary now accepting geographic exception applications for K-5 enrollment
Kamaliʻi Elementary School has opened its geographic exception application window for a limited number of K-5 students through March 1, 2026. School administrators say this is a rare opportunity, as many public elementary schools on Maui are closed to geographic exceptions due to operating at capacity.
Rotary club honors Upcountry’s Students of the Month
The Upcountry Maui Rotary Club has announced its Students of the Month for December, recognizing two high school seniors for academic achievements, leadership and community service.
12 Maui Police Department sergeants promoted to rank of lieutenant
The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of 12 sergeants to the rank of lieutenant including: Jerry Barrera, Matthew Bigoss, Kyle Bishaw-Juario, Christina Bonacorsi, Jeffrey Calibuso, Nathaniel “Chinky” Hubbard, Erik Losvar, Kamuela Mawae, Jan Pontanilla, Gregg Rowe, Aaron Souza, and James Terry. All promotions are scheduled to take effect on Jan. 16, 2026.
Update/Open: Kahekili Hwy closed near Makaʻala Drive due to motor vehicle accident
Update: (2:14 p.m., Jan. 12, 2026). The Kahekili Highway is now open in both directions.
2026 proclaimed ‘Year of Our Coastal Kuleana’
Gov. Josh Green on Friday proclaimed 2026 as the “Year of our Coastal Kuleana” at a proclamation signing ceremony.
Episode 40 of ongoing eruption at Kīlauea produces vibrant lava fountains
Episode 40 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 8:22 a.m. HST on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
XL surf rising to 35 feet on north facing shores
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning, in effect until 6 p.m. on Tuesday for the north and west facing shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and Molokaʻi, and the north facing shores of Maui.
772,288 reasons to celebrate: Visitors give back to Hawaiʻi, American Samoa national parks they love
Smaller counter donations programs in 2022 and 2023 became permanent at all Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association park store locations in March 2024; there were $100,000 in direct donations in just the last 3 months of 2025.
Fire Chief Kazuo Todd remembered for his efforts to leave the Big Island a safer, better place
In a public memorial attended by more than 200 people, Hawaiʻi County celebrated the life and legacy of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd who died unexpectedly in December at age 45.
Bipartisan effort to tackle nation’s deteriorating federal finances led by Case
The 47-member US House Problem Solvers Caucus recently released its fiscal stability framework developed by the congressman who represents Hawai‘i’s House District 1 in Washington and US Rep. Chuck Edwards.
Monday Morning MIL: Seabury Hall boys appear ready to defend state basketball title
Despite playing without the only returning starter from last season’s state championship, the Spartans swept Hāna and improved to 19-2 overall and 9-0 in MIL Division II play.
Hot Kūpuna Nights returns to Lahaina on Jan. 17
The County of Maui Office of Recovery, in collaboration with the Hawaiian Music Perpetuation Society, is hosting Hot Kūpuna Nights on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Royal Lahaina Resort Ballroom.
Honoapiʻilani to be closed in Launiupoko for Maui Oceanfront Marathon, Jan. 18
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is advising highway users to prepare for potential traffic delays on Sunday, Jan. 18, as the Maui Oceanfront Marathon will proceed from the Shops at Wailea to Launiupoko Beach Park.
‘Forever chemicals’ may increase liver disease risk in adolescents by as much as 3-fold
A new study co-led by the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Southern California Superfund Research and Training Program for PFAS Assessment, Remediation and Prevention Center has linked certain common “forever chemicals” to a higher risk of liver disease in adolescents. These synthetic compounds, known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, may as much as triple […]
First Tee Hawaiʻi opens 2026 youth golf programs at four Maui courses
Registration is now open for First Tee – Hawaiʻi’s first programming opportunities of 2026, with youth golf classes offered at four Maui locations.
Hawaiʻi products to be showcased at 2026 Winter FancyFaire in San Diego
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism will debut the Hawai‘i Pavilion at the 2026 Winter FancyFaire taking place Jan. 11–13 at the San Diego Convention Center in California.
Rep. Tokuda votes to extend ACA tax credits for 3 years
US Rep. Jill Tokuda voted Thursday in favor of extending the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits for three years, a measure which has since passed the US House.
UH balloon mission over Antarctica seeks to decode mysteries of the universe
By tracking these signals, scientists hope to learn more about powerful events in the universe, such as black hole formation and collisions between dense stars.
