Maui News
Juvenile Arrested, Released for Suspected Arson in Kīhei
A juvenile was arrested by police at the scene of a brush fire in Kīhei on Sunday, on suspicion of arson, and was later released to the custody of their parents
Grand Jury Indictment, Birano Enters Not Guilty Plea
Raymond Birano Jr., 58, entered a not guilty plea today after being indicted by a grand jury for kidnapping and attempted first degree sexual assault.
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UH to Launch Completely Online Degree Program
The program begins with pilot courses in the accelerated AA degrees in fall 2019 from UH Community Colleges; applications open March 1.
Hāna Hwy, Traffic Accident at Maliko Gulch
The Hāna Highway is now open in both directions. It was closed earlier this morning in the Maliko Gulch area due to a traffic accident reported at around 6:22 a.m.
Tobacco Costs Average Hawai’i Smoker More than $2 Million Over a Lifetime, Study Finds
According to the personal finance website Wallethub, An estimated 37.8 million Americans smoke tobacco. The organization released a new report on the potential monetary amount that these Americans lose to smoking. The report, called The Financial Cost of Smoking by State, highlighted that smoking tobacco costs the average Hawaiʻi smoker more than $2 million over […]
Man Arrested, Found Within Stolen Vehicle
A man found within a stolen vehicle in West Maui last week, was arrested for unauthorized control of a propelled vehicle.
Man Arrested for Burglary, Found within Closed Waikapū Community Center
The incident as reported at around 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7, 2019 at the center, which is currently closed to the public for renovations.
Veteran Officer Chosen to Lead State Conservation Enforcement
Jason Redulla, a 15-year veteran of the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement, has been chosen as the agency’s new enforcement chief.
Altercation Ends in Arrest at East Maui Food Truck
According to police reports, a 21-year-old woman was seated in the front of a food truck parked at 5123 Hāna Highway when Sinenci allegedly started yelling ….
Pacific Whale Foundation to Host Annual Whale Festival
In celebration of the 3,000-mile homecoming of whales from northern feeding waters, Pacific Whale Foundation will be hosting their month-long Maui Whale Festival beginning Saturday, Feb. 2. One of Maui’s longest running events, the festival offers many opportunities for up-close and personal sightings of Hawaiʻi’s largest visitors. The festival will begin with the Run and […]
Preschool Tuition Subsidies Available for Low-Income Families
The Department of Human Services is accepting applications for its Preschool Open Doors program, offering preschool tuition assistance to low-income families.
250 Tons of Marine Debris Collected on Hawai‘i Island
The Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund marked reaching 250-tons of marine debris collection since the organization’s founding.
Governor Ige Designates James Griffin as PUC Chair
Gov. David Ige has designated James Griffin as Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission chairman.
VIDEO: Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Historic Presidential Bid
U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard announced her decision to run for President of the United States on the Van Jones Show.
Gov. Ige Reappoints Hawaiʻi Defense Department Leaders
Gov. David Ige has reappointed two Hawaiʻi Defense Department leaders that will await confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.
Gov. Ige Announces Three New State Department Directors
Gov. David Ige announced that he is appointing new directors at three state departments; all three appointments are subject to State Senate confirmation.
CNN: Tulsi Gabbard to Run for President in 2020
US Representative Tusli Gabbard (HI-02) today announced she plans to run for president in 2020 during an interview that is scheduled to air Saturday on CNN’s The Van Jones Show, according to CNN.
Hawaiian Airlines Revises Check-In Procedures
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation in collaboration with Hawaiian Airlines is revising the international passenger check-in operations at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
Maui Hotel Workers Honored With Industry Awards
Hawai‘i’s hospitality industry honored the best-of-the-best of its employees at the 29th Annual Na Po‘e Pa‘ahana (the hard-working people) Awards.
Hawai‘i Lawmakers Demand End to Government Shutdown
On the 20th day of the partial government shutdown, members of Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation rallied in solidarity with federal employees…
