Maui News
Legislation Introduced To Halt Separation Of Immigrant Families
US Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaiʻi joined Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California today in introducing legislation to halt the separation of immigrant children from their parents at the border.
Slumping in Summit Area Triggering Additional Explosions, Ashfall
As the magma reservoir lowers and drains out (erupts) at the lower East Rift Zone, the summit area is slowly subsiding and slumping inward, which is triggering additional gas-driven explosions.
Ige Releases $12 Million for Volcano Disaster Response
While the funding could be used for emergency supplies and temporary shelter-related goods and services, the agreement specifies that the funds are not intended for long-term infrastructure repairs or for private purposes such as the repair or rebuilding of private dwellings.
2 Fishermen Rescued From Capsized Boat off Moloka‘i
The mariners had departed from Kaunakakai Harbor on Thursday morning, but encountered trouble when a wave hit and overturned their blue and white 18-foot recreational vessel.
No Tsunami Threat After 5.2 Earthquake at Kilauea Summit
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaii after a 5.2. (preliminary magnitude 5.5) earthquake reported at 2:44 a.m. on Friday, June 8, 2018 in the summit region of the Kilauea Volcano, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center. The USGS reports that the earthquake was located: 7 km (4 miles) SW (224 degrees) of Volcano, […]
Maui Aquatics Facilities Master Plan Recommendations to be Unveiled
For the last year, the Maui Department of Parks and Recreation has been working to prepare a master plan for the county’s aquatic facilities.
Two Pāhoa Polling Places Declared as Absentee Mail Precincts for 2018 Primary Election
Due to the continuing volcanic eruption, the Office of Elections issued a proclamation today designating polling places 04-03, Pāhoa Community Center, and 04-04, Pāhoa High/Intermediate School, as absentee mail precincts for the 2018 Primary Election.
“Pattern” of Summit Activity Resulting in Near Daily Explosions
The US Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is reporting a “pattern” of activity at the summit of the Kīlauea Volcano that is resulting in explosion events that are occurring about once a day.
More Loitering at Volcano Eruption Zone, at Least 25 People Cited
Seven more people were cited Wednesday night by officers from the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement for loitering in a closed volcano eruption zone area. That brings the total to at least 25.
Legislation Introduced to Strengthen Missile Defense Systems
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) joined colleague Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) in introducing the Integrated Missile Defense Act of 2018 (S. 2980).
Attorney General Sessions Announces New U.S. Attorney Positions
Attorney General Jeff Sessions and U.S. Attorney for the District of Hawai‘i Kenji M. Price announced that the Department of Justice is taking a dramatic step to increase resources to combat violent crime, enforce immigration laws and roll back the opioid crisis.
Rep. Gabbard Backs Legislation that Funds Hawai‘i’s Water Infrastructure
The legislation also provides $62.5 million for small river and harbor improvement projects in Hawai‘i and Pacific island territories.
Maui Police Relief Association Scholarship Fund
The Maui Police Relief Association awarded four $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors as part of an annual scholarship award fund program to assist family members that are college-bound.
Ha‘ikū Man Dies, Vehicle Plunges 200 Feet Off Maliko Gulch Cliff
Emergency crews responded and recovered a white 2013 GMC pick-up from the bottom of the cliff, which was partially submerged in the water. A male driver was found inside the truck and pronounced dead at the scene.
NO Tsunami Threat After Preliminary Magnitude 5.6 Quake at Kilauea Summit
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaii after a preliminary magnitude 5.6 earthquake reported at 4:07 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 in the summit region of the Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaii Island. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: An ash plume has been detected traveling to the southwest. Those in the area on the Big Island are advised […]
Live Stream: Another Ash Plume Expected at Kīlauea Volcano Summit
Scientists with the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory say there has been no explosive event since yesterday morning, but they do anticipate another one within the next few hours.
Camp Imua Retreats to Ke‘anae
Imua Family Services hosts its 42nd annual Camp Imua Program June 9 to 14 at YMCA Camp Keʻanae.
Paris Climate Accord: Senators Reflect on Past Year
Senators Schatz, Markey, Whitehouse Release Summary Of The Past Year In Climate Action In The Wake Of Trump Announcement Of Withdrawal From International Agreement
West Maui Lawmakers to Discuss Stream Flow and Lahaina Flood Control
West Maui lawmakers will provide the community the latest information on important water projects impacting the Lahaina area.
Kahului Wastewater Facility Focus of Mayor’s TV Show
Mayor Alan Arakawa will discuss the Kahului Wastewater Facility during his one-hour TV show entitled, “Your County with Mayor Arakawa,” which airs live on Akaku Channel 55 tonight, Wednesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.
