Maui News
Mauna Loa Volcano Alert Level Raised to Yellow
Shallow earthquakes are occurring in locations similar to those that preceded Mauna Loa’s most recent eruptions in 1975 and 1984.
Moloka‘i Group Demands Stream Flow Restoration
A community group on Molokaʻi is demanding the restoration of stream flows at four island streams located in the central part of the island.
Second Death at Twin Falls
A 38-year-old Kula man became the second fatal victim at Twin Falls in less than a week.
Pacific Media Group Expands to Oʻahu
This brings the total number of radio stations that will be owned and operated by Pacific Media Group across the state to 20.
Windsurfer Collapses at Kanahā Beach Park, Maui
A windsurfer who had collapsed at Kanahā Beach Park in Kahului on Maui was transported to the hospital after regaining a pulse.
Local Astronomers Say Interstellar Object NOT a UFO
A team of international asteroid and comet experts now agree that ʻOumuamua, the first recorded interstellar visitor, has natural origins, despite previous speculation by some other astronomers that the object could be an alien spacecraft sent from a distant civilization to examine our star system.
Sugimura Proposes Investigative Review of Water Resources for Upcountry Maui
Councilmember Yuki Lei Sugimura is requesting an exploration of options relating to East Maui water resources to ensure reliable water delivery for some 37,000 Upcountry water users.
Crosswalk Law Puts Brakes on Last Minute Pedestrians
If a signal is equipped with a countdown timer, it is illegal for a pedestrian to start crossing the road if the countdown has already begun.
Tropical Storm Barbara
Tropical Storm Barbara is expected to become Hurricane Barbara by Tuesday according to the National Hurricane Center
2-Year-Old Girl Dies, Pulled From Waters on Moloka‘i
A two-year-old girl died after being pulled from waters at Hālawa, Molokaʻi on Sunday morning, fire officials said.
Maui Man Dies, Pulled From Waters at Nuʻu Bay
A Maui man was pulled unresponsive from waters off of East Maui in Kaupō on Saturday morning, June 29, 2019.
Maui High 2019 Hall of Honor Inductees Announced
The Maui High School Foundation is pleased to announce Maui High School’s 2019 Hall of Honor Inductees.
Polystyrene Ban Takes Effect in Hawaiʻi County
The ordinance passed in 2017, and as of today, prohibits disposable single-use polystyrene foam containers on the Big Island.
Monthly Siren and EAS Test, July 1, 2019
The monthly test of the Outdoor Warning Siren System, coordinated with the test of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for TODAY, July 1, 2019 at 11:45 a.m
Maui Sewer Rate Increase Effective TODAY
Single family residential customers will see a maximum increase of $4.52 per month. The last time the sewer rate was increased was July 1, 2018.
Fire Burns Half Acre at Pūlehunui Industrial Park
The fire was first reported at 12:06 p.m. in the are of Nopu Street, near a radio tower.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of June 30, 2019
Maui obituary notices for the week of June 30, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Video: Kahului Man Rescued After Jumping Into Pond at Makamakaʻole, Maui
A 21-year-old Kahului man had attempted to jump into a pond from approximately 60-feet, and suffered injuries to the lower portion of both of his legs.
High Surf Advisory South Facing Shores of Maui County
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for the south facing shores of all islands in Maui County until 6 p.m. on Monday, July 1, 2019.
Shark Sighting, Temporary Closure of Kamaʻole I, II and III
A shark sighting on Saturday, June 29, 2019, forced the temporary closure of Kamaʻole Beaches 1, II and III.
