Maui News
Ige Signs 18 Bills in Tuesday’s Signing Ceremonies
Gov. David Ige signed a series of bills into law on Tuesday, ranging from kupuna care, homelessness and mental health, traffic safety, elections and health.
Maui Traffic Cameras to Provide Real-Time Road Conditions
Traffic monitoring cameras are being installed at 10 key intersections on Maui this month as part of the HDOT’s Advanced Traffic Management System.
Settlement Reached to Restore Beach Access at Honokōwai
A settlement has been reached between a shoreline protection group and the owners of two beach-side condominium properties in Honokōwai.
Emergency Exercises 10 to 10:45 a.m. at Kahului Airport
Smoke may be visible on Kahului Airport property from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. This is just a drill.
UH Maui College Wins Nā Hōkū Hanohano Music Award
UHMC’s Institute of Hawaiian Music’s final recording project was selected as the Hawaiian EP of the Year at the 2019 Nā Hōkū Hanohano music awards.
Oakland Raiders Wide Receiver Trains with the Sabers
The Raider Nation met the Saber Nation when NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown came to train at Maui High School this week
Maui Electric Upgrading Olinda and Pi‘iholo Powerlines
Maui Electric Company is upgrading utility poles and using new insulated conductors in parts of Olinda and Pi‘iholo to prevent wind and tree-related outages.
Mayor Provides Update on Maui Housing, Puts Illegal Short Term Rentals “On Notice”
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino is holding a press conference this morning to discuss housing efforts being carried out by the County of Maui.
Arrest Made in North Kohala Barricade Incident
Big Island police say the suspect fired a rifle during the altercation, locked himself in a room within the residence, and did not respond to officers.
Legislation Introduced to Strengthen Rights of Public Sector Workers
Bicameral legislation was introduced in an effort to guarantee the right of public employees to organize, act concertedly, and bargain collectively in states…
Schatz Urges Investigation of Contractors In Charge of Migrant Children
Today, US Senator Brian Schatz of Hawai‘i is calling for the government to investigate federal contractors in charge of migrant children who have been detained.
Family of Fatal Crash Victim Asks that She Be Remembered with Love
Hannah Brown was a hula dancing, canoe paddling, zip-lining, adventurous and active soul according to her parents, Charlene and Everett.
Maui Bus to Reduce Fares for Seniors, Disabled and Others, July 1
The County of Maui Department of Transportation announced that beginning Monday, July 1, 2019, the Maui Bus is implementing reduced single boarding fares of $1.00 for fixed route service. This reduced fare applies to seniors (55 years & older), paratransit eligible and person with a disability (with pertinent valid ID), and Medicare card holders.
Hawai‘i to Become 6th State to Ban “Gay Panic” as Affirmative Defense for Murder
Hawai‘i is slated to become the 6th state to ban “Gay and Transgender Panic” as an affirmative defense for murder charges, joining CA, CT, IL, NV and RI.
Bill Reintroduced to Promote Gender Equity in Education
“Patsy Mink and Louise Slaughter were fierce advocates for strengthening educational opportunities for all Americans, regardless of their gender,”–Sen. Hirono.
Large Whale Entanglement Response, Free Talk by Ed Lyman
The talk, “Catch and Release: Large Whale Entanglement Response,” is offered by Edward Lyman on Tuesday, July 2 at 5:30 p.m. at The Sphere at Maui Ocean Center.
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over: July 4th Enforcement
Law enforcement statewide is taking part in the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign during the Fourth of July holiday period, June 29 to July 5, 2019.
Do’s and Don’ts for Tourists: UPDATED
Maui Now compiled a Do and Don’t list for the 2 million tourists a year with whom we share our islands with.
Maui Ranked Among Best in US and World
Maui earned a number 4 spot on the list of Best Places to Visit in the USA and number 6 on the list of the World’s Best Places to Visit.
Final EA Filed for Kalaupapa Airport Renovation
The State of Hawai‘i, Department of Transportation, Airports Division has prepared a Final Environmental Assessment for improvements at Kalaupapa Airport.
