Maui News

Students Take a Stand to Reduce Risky Driving

Thousands of students statewide are urging drivers and passengers to reduce risky behaviors while on the road with the annual “Stop If You Love Me” campaign.

Weakening Cold Low to Pass Over Islands Overnight, Summit Remains Closed

A weakening cold core low will pass over the islands overnight, resulting in continued frigid temperatures at the summit of Haleakalā on Maui above 9,000 feet.
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Keālia Pond to Host Free Keiki, Family Activities

Keālia Pond National Wildlife will be open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will offer multiple free activities.

Maui Crime Feb. 2- Feb. 8: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts

Maui police responded to 8 burglaries, 3 vehicle thefts and 9 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Feb. 2 to Feb. 8, 2020.

Hawaiʻi Ranks Top 10 in US For Highest EMT Salaries

A study from Frontpoint named Hawaiʻi No. 2 in the nation for highest emergency medical technician (EMT) salaries. 

Ship Operator Fined $1.75M For Unlawful Bilge Dumping

Coast Guard officials say itʻs the largest fine ever imposed in the District of Hawaiʻi for this type of offense. 

Hawai‘i Resident Quarantined at Pearl Harbor As Precautionary Measure

The state placed a Hawaiʻi resident into quarantine at Pearl Harbor on Monday morning after learning that the person traveled through the Hubei Province over the weekend. The individual was quarantined based on policy and an overabundance of caution. The person is healthy and has no symptoms, according to health officials.

Winter Weather Advisory Extended for Haleakalā Summit

Showers will likely continue to move over the islands today, leading to additional snow accumulations of up to two inches at the summit of Haleakalā on Maui.

Bail Remains at $500K For Suspect in Fatal Lahaina Assault

46-year-old Heather Glennon was arrested on Feb. 2 after allegedly assaulting 51-year-old Christopher Flanagan outside of the Lahaina McDonaldʻs.

Flood Advisories for Maui, Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i

Flood advisories are in effect for Molokaʻi until 4 p.m., Maui until 3 p.m. and Lānaʻi until 2:45 p.m.

Fallen Tree Knocks Out Power to 150 Customers in East Maui

About 150 customers from Keʻanae to the Nāhiku homestead area are being asked to plan for an extended outage overnight until Tuesday, Feb. 11, after a large tree fell and brought down six spans of power lines along a remote area of East Maui around 3:05 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020.

Decision-Making Hearing Scheduled For Housing Bill

On Tuesday, the Committee on Housing, and Water and Land, will hold a decision-making hearing that will include discussion on a bill that is part of the 2020 joint legislative package to provide real economic benefits for Hawaiʻiʻs working-class families and individuals. 

Crews to Remove Hazardous Trees in Makawao, Waihou

About a dozen trees as tall as 70 feet will be removed from the Makawao State Forest Reserve, and about 30 trees will be removed from the Waihou Springs State Forest Reserve.

Haleakalā National Park Temporary Road Closure due to Winter Conditions

There is a temporary road closure in Haleakalā National Park due to winter weather conditions. The Haleakalā Highway temporary closure begins at Kalahaku Overlook (9,324 feet) and extends up to the summit of Haleakalā.

Maui High Seeking Nominations For Hall of Honor

Submissions due by March 15.

Lānaʻi White Goods, Metal Collection on Saturday

County to accept white goods, metals and e-waste at the Pūlama Lānaʻi Fleet Yard from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Another Dusting of Snow Forecast for Haleakalā

Additional snow accumulations of 1-3 inches and ice accumulations of around one-tenth of an inch is in the forecast, with winds gusting as high as 120 mph.

Six Years Later: Charli Scott Memorial Held, Family Pleads for Return of Remains

A memorial service was held Sunday for Carly “Charli” Scott, who went missing on Maui six years ago, as her family continues to fight for the return of her remains.

Survey Shows Extent of Sexual Harassment Among UH Students

Representatives say the survey is an important tool for UH in providing a safe and discrimination-free learning and working environment.

Icy, Windy Weather in Forecast For Haleakalā

Winter weather advisory to begin at midnight Sunday and continue through 6 p.m. on Monday, wind warning set for 6 p.m. Sunday until 6 a.m. on Monday. 
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