Maui News
Witnesses Sought: Visitor Severely Injured in Mākena Altercation
The incident was reported on Wednesday March 20, 2019 near the roadway in the area of the ʻĀhihi-Kīnaʻu Natural Area Reserve and involved several males fighting with two male visitors.
Day 2: Protest at Maunakea
A protest at Maunakea is now in Day 2 as opponents of the Thirty Meter Telescope continue efforts to block construction atop the mountain they consider sacred.
Input Sought on Options for 50 Lots at Maui Lani
The 50 lots are in The Fairways at Maui Lani subdivision. Options include partnering with a developer to build homes or selling the lots and reinvesting the proceeds in acquiring land well-suited to a multi-family project.
Maui Wildfires are Now 100% Contained
The Maui wildfires that burned a total of 9,000 acres since Thursday are now 100 percent contained.
Chained Demonstrators Include Maui and Moloka‘i Residents
In a brief video from the site at around 9:10 a.m., Kaleikoa Kaʻeo provided us with the following comment…
NASA Contract Awarded to UH Institute for Astronomy
NASA has awarded a contract to the University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy to continue to manage and operate the agency’s Infrared Telescope Facility on Maunakea.
Special Committee on “Climate Crisis” to Meet
US Senator Brian Schatz of Hawai‘i will convene a hearing on Wednesday to discuss climate action at the local level.
Maui Councilmember Paltin Issues “Urgent Appeal” for Stand Down on TMT
Maui County Councilmember Tamara Paltin is asking University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner to put a hold on moving forward with the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope planned for the summit of Maunakea.
Mayor Victorino Urges Vigilance: Wildfires Burn 9,200 Acres
Fire officials reported responding to numerous calls of “smokers,” many in the middle of the burn areas, which fire officials said are of a lower priority than those near the edges, or perimeter, of burned areas. The fire may smolder for a week, fire officials said.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of July 14, 2019
Maui obituary notices for the week of July 14, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
TMT Resistance Proclaims Puʻuhonua at Base of Maunakea
Opponents of the Thirty Meter Telescope project atop Maunakea have set up camp at the base of Maunakea Access Road ahead of construction, which was allowed to proceed on Monday.
Information Sought in Masked Assault in Haʻikū
Maui police are seeking the public’s help for information related to a masked assault reported last month at the Haʻikū Cannery.
Missing Man Last Seen in Pāʻia on Thursday
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating 20-year-old Mateo Stephens who was reported missing on July 12, 2019 at around 7:30 p.m.
“Baby Shark” Party Transformed Into Kīhei Shelter
“Baby Shark” Derian Kekoa Romero Cardenas was all dressed up for his baby lūʻau, when a massive brush fire turned his shark-themed birthday party into an emergency shelter.
Maui Wildfires 80-90% Contained: Saturday Updates
Maui Wildfire Updates for Saturday, July 13, 2019 are posted here…
At last report the large South Maui wildfire was 70% contained and the Puunene fire was 80% contained.
Health Recommendations to Protect Against Smoke from Maui Wildfire
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health is urging Maui residents and visitors to protect themselves from elevated levels of fine particulates (PM2.5) caused by the wildfire in Central Maui.
Arson Investigation: Police Looking For Truck Seen Leaving Puʻunēnē Fire
Maui police are looking for a possibly maroon-colored Ford dually-type truck, early to mid-2000’s model with truck racks. Police are interested in identifying this vehicle as well as the owner as it was seen leaving the area of the Hoʻokele Street fire today.
Fire Damages More Than a Dozen Army National Guard Storage Units
Fourteen shipping containers full of construction equipment and emergency shelter supplies were discovered burning inside-out at the Army National Guard Armory Friday morning.
Puʻunēnē Fire Is Separate from Large Maui Wildfire From Thursday
Fire crews are battling a new fire reported at around 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 12, 2019 in an area of brush near the new Hookele Safeway location behind Lowe’s and Target.
Governor Declares Maui a Disaster Area For Massive Wildfire
Gov. David Ige issued an emergency proclamation on Friday, declaring the County of Maui a disaster area. The proclamation enables the state to provide quick and efficient relief from damages, losses, suffering caused by the disaster, and to protect the health, safety and welfare of the people.
