Maui News
Hawai‘i Medical-Aid-In-Dying Law Takes Effect Jan. 1, 2019
Starting tomorrow, residents with a terminal illness and 6 months or less to live may request medical-aid-in-dying prescriptions under Our Care, Our Choice Act.
Haleakalā National Park Government Shutdown Update
During the lapse in appropriations, most areas of Haleakalā NP remain open with all park laws enforced. Sunrise reservations are still required from 3-7 a.m.
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$9 M in Grants Released by Maui Mayor’s Office
Funds have helped preserve our environment and open space, support our small businesses, and share our host culture with residents and visitors.
Suzuki Challenges Trump’s Environmental Rollbacks
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Russell A. Suzuki joined a coalition of 29 states and local governments in challenging the Trump Administration’s proposed rollbacks of environmental protections.
Maui Flash Flood Warning Until 9:45 p.m.
At 642 PM HST, radar indicated heavy rain near Kapalua. Rain was falling at a rate of two to three inches per hour. Flash flooding is expected to begin shortly.
Waterline Break Affects Service on Makawao Ave
Due to a waterline break, customers from 1295 Makawao Avenue (Saint Joseph’s church) to Kokomo Road are without water this evening while contractors repair the break. The job is expected to take approximately six hours.
Vehicle Suspected in Pi‘ilani Fatality Located, Owner Arrested and Released
Maui police have located and seized a green Geo Tracker suspected of being involved in a deadly motor vehicle collision on the Piʻilani Highway.
Trespassers Arrested: Unoccupied Leilani Estates Homes Become Haven for Homeless
Police say some of the unoccupied residences have become a haven for homeless people and a focal point for criminal activity.
Walls of Mayors, Managing Directors Unveiled
The display begins with Elmer Cravalho, who served as the first mayor of Maui County, and ends with Mayor-elect Victorino, who will be sworn in on Jan. 2, 2019.
Gov. Shut Down Affecting Circuit Breaker Applications
The Department of Finance has learned that the federal government shut down is affecting circuit breaker applications.
Gov. Ige Announces Leadership Appointments
Gov. David Ige announced that he is reappointing the directors at the departments of Health, Human Services, and Land and Natural Resources for his second term.
Upcountry Skate Park Provides 15,000 Sq Ft of Skateable Space
A grand opening celebration was held on Thursday for the new Upcountry Skate Park located below the Upcountry Pool Complex in Pukalani.
Schatz Introduces Legislation to Protect Children From Pesticide
US Senator Brian Schatz introduced a bill last Monday to ban chlorpyrifos, a dangerous pesticide that is particularly harmful to children. The bill, called the Prohibit Chlorpyrifos Poisoning Students Act, would take Hawai‘i’s state ban to the national level, banning the use of the chemical near schools in 2019 and banning its sale and distribution […]
Hawai‘i 2nd State to Ban Wild Animal Circus Acts
Gov. Ige signed a rule amendment to ban the import of elephants, tigers, bears, and other dangerous wild animals for circus and carnival performances.
Maui Gas Prices Drop for 7th Week Straight
In Kahului and Wailuku, the average price is $3.80, which is the same price as last Thursday and 24 cents lower than on this date last month.
Maui Polystyrene Ban Takes Effect Dec. 31
A bill restricting the use and sale of polystyrene foam food service containers in Maui County goes into effect on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018.
Lt. Gov. to Keynote Maui Council Inauguration
Lieutenant Governor Josh Green will deliver the keynote address at the Maui County Council inauguration on Jan. 2, 2019 at 10 a.m. in the Council Chamber.
Lower Nāhiku Without Water
Water customers in the Lower Nāhiku area of East Maui are currently without water while the Nāhiku tank is offline for maintenance.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Challenges Department of Homeland Security
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Russel A. Suzuki joined other states in challenging the Department of Homeland Security’s practice of unlawfully terminating Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival status for some recipients.
Maui Lani Brush Fire
BRUSH FIRE KAHULUI 4:45 p.m. 12.26.18 Maui firefighters are responding to reports of a brush fire near the Dunes at Maui Lani golf course in Kahului. Check back for updates which will be posted once available.
