Maui News
Sign Waving Honors Memory of Hannah Brown
As the holiday season approaches, law enforcement officials are hoping to spread a simple, yet life saving message–donʻt drink and drive.
3,000 on Lāna‘i Attend Annual Turkey and Rice Giveaway
More than 3,000 Lānaʻi residents attended the 26th annual Lānaʻi Turkey and Rice Giveaway, hosted by the Coon Brothers.
Hawaiʻi Woman Hits Slots Jackpot at Fremont Hotel in Vegas
A Hawaiʻi resident turned a stay at Boyd Gaming’s Fremont Hotel and Casino into a $1,098,478 payday when she hit a giant jackpot on IGT’s Wheel of Fortune slots on Saturday, Nov. 23.
Environmental Groups Call Aquarium Industry Assessment “Flawed”
“…can’t ignore the 800-pound gorilla that, except for bag limits for a limited number of species, nothing prohibits these collectors from taking every single fish from every singe reef in the state.” –Earthjustice
Schatz Pushes Bill to ʻEnsure Dignity in the Workplaceʻ
Under current federal law, employers in the United States are not legally obligated to provide workers a break to eat a meal, use the restroom, or tend to medical needs.
Nurse Recognized for Contributions to Hawaiʻiʻs HIV Community
Raymond Alejo is this yearʻs recipient of the Suzanne Richmond-Crum award, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health announced on Monday.
Maui Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Texas Man
Hobart W. Dickinson, 39, is approximately 6’2″ tall, weighs 225 pounds, and has no local address. He was last known to be in the Lahaina area.
Maui Crime Nov. 17-24: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 16 burglaries, 9 vehicle thefts and 7 vehicle break-ins in Maui County from Nov. 17 to Nov. 24, 2019.
Five Tropical Cyclones Reported in 2019 Central Pacific Hurricane Season
With just four more days remaining in the Central Pacific Hurricane season, there were a total of five tropical cyclones that occurred in the region, which is considered near average.
Developer of Maui’s Windward Hotel Seeks Community Plan Amendment
The 200-room Windward Hotel is planned on just over five acres of former sugar cane land in Central Maui off of Lauʻō Loop.
DHHL Withdrawing its 2003 Honokōwai Master Plan
Honokōwai Master Plan had called for up to 1,000 residential lots and kupuna housing. Plans have shifted to a lower impact agriculture community.
Madly in Love: Couple Re-Wears Wedding Ensemble Every Anniversary
“We just really feel like the more we’re married, the more fun we get to have together.”
Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flooding to Peak During High Tides
The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be during the peak high tides from Tuesday through Friday, which will occur before sunrise during the early morning hours.
New Legislation Aims to Alleviate Homelessness
Today, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono introduced legislation that lays out a 10-year investment in federal housing and homelessness programs.
Maui High School Names Robert Dougherty Head Football Coach
Maui High School announced the selection today of Robert Dougherty as the school’s new head football coach.
LIST: Dining Out on Thanksgiving
Tired of cooking your own Thanksgiving meal? Here is a list of take-out options on Maui.
Grand Wailea Development Request Strikes Opposition
Native Hawaiian activists are expressing disapproval over proposed development at the Grand Wailea Resort, which they argue would disturb iwi kūpuna, or human remains.
Wildlife Conservation Stamp Contest Seeking Entries
Artists are encouraged to submit entries to the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife for the 2020-21 hunting stamp.
Report: Maui Hotels, Vacation Rentals Lead State
Hotels and vacation rentals throughout Maui County outperformed others in the state during October, the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announced earlier this week.
2 Displaced After Fire Breaks Out in Kīhei High Rise
Both lanes on South Kīhei Road from North Kīhei Road to Uwapo Road are closed due to a structure fire.
