Maui News
Honoapi‘ilani Rollover Accident Cleared
Traffic is starting to resume its normal flow following a single-vehicle rollover crash on the Honoapiʻilani Highway. As of 8:30 a.m., the vehicle was being towed from the scene and crews were working to clean fluids on the road. Traffic that was previously at a standstill headed from Lahaina into Kahului has since started moving. Motorists are asked to exercise patience as traffic resumes its normal flow. The accident was reported shortly after 7 a.m. on the Lahaina side of the “Pali” tunnel, on the makai shoulder.
Rabang Named Chair of 2020 Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk
Rabang is the General Manager of The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas and will oversee the Charity Walks held on Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.
Maui Police Chief Introduces Wellness App to Address Emotional Health of Employees
“Police work is stressful and unpredictable, and the burden of dealing with tragedy often remains unspoken and follows our employees into their personal lives,” department officials said.
US House Votes to Impeach President Donald Trump, Hawai‘i Delegation Weighs In
The US House of Representatives approved articles of impeachment today against President Donald Trump.
$21 Million Secured for Hawaiian Volcano Observatory in Year End Spending Bill
US Senator Mazie Hirono successfully advocated for $21 million in federal funding for US Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory to build a new field station in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park in the year end spending package making its way through Congress.
HSTA Seeks Nominees for Pono Award, Celebrating an Educator’s Work in Social Justice
The Pono Award recognizes an exceptional HSTA member who demonstrates the ability to lead, organize and engage educators, parents, and the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives of students, fellow educators and the communities they serve.
UPDATE: Honoapi‘ilani Hwy OPEN in Honokōhau, Police Conclude Traffic Investigation
Honoapiʻilani HIghway is now open in both directions. It was closed earlier today following a motor vehicle collision near Mile 35 a the Honokōhau Bridge.
Hirono Pays Tribute to Victims of the Shooting at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard
US Senator Mazie Hirono today paid tribute to the victims of the shooting at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard during remarks on the floor of the United States Senate. Today marks two weeks since the tragic events of Dec. 4, 2019.
Native Habitat Project Calls for Tree Planting Volunteers This Saturday in Kula
Skyline Conservation Initiative is seeking volunteers for a tree planting project this Saturday, Dec. 21 in Kula. The group will plant 500 native trees, plants and ferns over a two hour period beginning at 1 p.m. along Pōhakuokalā Gulch.
Maui Council Committee Takes Action on Climate Change Litigation
Mayor Victorino vowed to hold fossil fuel companies responsible for what he called escalating impacts and costs of climate change and rising sea levels. He said “taxpayers should not be left to pay for the staggering costs related to the impacts of climate change.”
Moku ʻO Wailuku Ahupuaʻa Sign Project Continues to Seek Community Input
The Moku ʻO Wailuku Ahupuaʻa Sign project is a cultural grants program funded by the County of Maui Office of Economic Development. It aims to bring awareness of Maui Nui’s ancient land division system.
13 Maui Teachers Awarded Grants to Purchase Classroom Supplies
A total of 89 grants were distributed to public school teachers across Oʻahu, Maui, Lānaʻi and Hawaiʻi Island to help purchase classroom supplies and enhance student curriculums.
Report: Maui Ranks No. 2 in Top Trending US Destinations
Maui ranked number two on a list of the Top 5 trending US destinations. The report by HotelTonight, a last-minute hotel booking app, was part of the company’s 2019 travel trends report.
Hawaiian Telcom Honored for Commitment to Rural Broadband Deployment
This year Hawaiian Telcom enabled broadband service with speeds up to 940 megabits per second (Mbps) download and 300 Mbps upload to more than 2,000 locations primarily on Maui in Makawao, and on the Big Island in Glenwood, Kohala, Nā‘ālehu and Volcano.
Grand Wailea Launches Aloha Pledge for Responsible Tourism
Inspired by similar initiatives on Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi Island, Grand Wailea intends to leverage its reach as Maui’s largest private employer, and bring attention to important issues faced by residents and state agencies.
Deal Gives More Than 20,000 Federal Workers in Hawai‘i a 3% Pay Raise
The deal includes a three percent raise in pay for federal workers across the country, including the more than 20,000 federal employees in Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i Emergency Proclamation for Homelessness Extended
Gov. David Ige signed a seventh supplemental emergency proclamation that extends the disaster emergency relief period for homelessness in Hawaiʻ i.
Maui Crime Dec. 8-14: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 10 burglaries, nine vehicle thefts and 10 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Dec. 8 to 14, 2019.
Paddle For Keiki Toy Drive Benefits 275+ Kids
$2,200 and 188 toys were collected during the Paddle for Keiki event this year, enough to provide toys for more than 275 children.
Schatz Legislation Seeks to Raise National Smoking, Vaping Age to 21
In 2015, Hawai‘i became the first state in the nation to raise the smoking age to 21. Sen. Schatz’s provision seeks to expand the minimum legal sale age nationwide.
