Maui News
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.
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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.
“Incredible Corals: Night at the Reef” July 3, 2019
Maui Ocean Center’s annual “Incredible Corals: Night at the Reef” event will immerse guests into the world of Hawaii’s corals with the potential to see live coral spawning.
Medical Examiner Releases Identity of 7 Victims in Dilligham Airfield crash
The Honolulu Medical Examiner’s Office has released the identities of seven of the 11 victims involved in the airplane crash that occurred at Dillingham Airfield on the evening of Friday, June 21.
Airbnb Among 20 Bills on Ige’s Intent to Veto List
Gov. David Ige notified legislative leaders and key lawmakers of his Intent to Veto 20 measures.
Pothole Repairs Planned at Hoʻokipa Beach Parking Lot
The lower west end of the parking lot at Hoʻokipa Beach Park will be closed for maintenance from 5 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2019.
Kahului Airport Gets $4.29 Million in Federal Funds
Maui’s Kahului Airport will receive $3.6 million to reconstruct its taxiway and $693,750 to purchase aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicles.
Air Rescue: Lost Hiker Located Above Kaheawa Wind Farm
A 24-year-old Maui man was airlifted to safety on Sunday after becoming lost and spending the night in the mountains above the Kaheawa Wind Farm in Māʻalaea.
Lahaina Cockfighting Raid Nets 2 Arrests
Two Maui men were arrested and charged with cruelty to animals following a cockfight raid in Lahaina over the weekend.










