Maui News
Slippery Road Results in Traffic Woes in Makawao
At around 8 a.m. we received reports that a truck with a tractor in tow was unable to advance up the slippery hill, which was wet from earlier rains.
Small Brush Fire Comes within 50 Feet of Kīhei Home
Fire officials say the small blaze came within 50 feet of a residential structure but was quickly brought under control at 2:03 p.m.
Windsurfer Dies off Kanahā, Maui
A 75-year-old man died after running into trouble while windsurfing off of Kanahā Beach Park in Kahului on Tuesday afternoon, July 18, 2017.
Police Take Precautions After Report of Man with Firearm in Kīhei
Maui police closed off an area around Halekūʻai St in Kīhei after receiving a report from an individual who was allegedly confronted by a male with a firearm…
Kulamalu Hale Apartment Rentals Still Available
Applications continue to be accepted for the one- and two-bedroom apartments at the County of Maui’s 56-unit Kulamalu Hale apartment rentals in Pukalani.
US Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Clarification of Order Relating to Travel Ban
The US Supreme Court today denied the Trump Administration’s motion to clarify an order issued by the court in Trump v Hawaiʻi relating to his travel ban.
King Tide Elevated by Swell from Fernanda
The final of three king-tide events of the summer is due to arrive this weekend, starting Friday, July 21, 2017.
‘Īao Valley Monument Reopening Pushed to August 2017
The state has pushed back the reopening of ʻĪao Valley State monument to early August of 2017 amid ongoing repairs and interim improvements.
Fire in Former Macadamia Nut Fields Burns 5 Acres
A total of five acres of brush was burned in a fire on Monday afternoon in the former macadamia nut fields located above the Kahekili Highway in Waiehu.
Maui Conservation Leaders Internship Program Accepting Applications
Positions are available for college-aged students who are interested in careers in natural resources management and protection, and invasive species management.
Hawai‘i Gets $6M for Public Health Preparedness
Hawaiʻi will receive $6.1 M from the CDC to increase the state’s ability to prepare and respond to potential public health threats.
Maui Man Arrested: Suspected of Supplying Minors with Marijuana
Francis Oliveto, 57, of Kīhei, was arrested for supplying minors at Mākena State Park with marijuana, marijuana concentrate and marijuana edibles.
Remnants of Fernanda May Affect Hawai‘i Late This Weekend
Hurricane Fernanda continues a gradual weakening trend over the next two days and is forecast to become a tropical storm by Wednesday, July 19, 2017.
Two Paddleboarders Rescued off Kīhei, Maui
Two individuals aboard a stand up paddleboard were rescued by firefighters and ocean safety personnel on Sunday afternoon, July 16, 2017, in Kīhei.
REWARD OFFERED: Ni‘ihau Lei Stolen from Maui Hands
Maui Hands Art Gallery in Makawao was burglarized in the early morning hours of Monday, July 17, 2017.
Hāna Landfill Partial Closure Due to Insufficient Staffing
Due to insufficient staffing, the Hāna Landfill will close at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19, 2017.
Crew Aboard Disabled Vessel Rescued off Kahului, Maui
The 25′ pleasure craft Nohuli, was safely towed to shore after the boat became disabled and adrift approximately 17 miles north of Kahului, Maui, Sunday.
Maui Crews Respond to Brush Fire Off Kahekili Hwy
The fire was first reported at around 2 p.m. on Monday, July 17, 2017. Initial reports indicate the fire is about 3 acres in size.
Proposed Expansion of Kula Ag Park Discussion Planned
Maui recently received a $5 M appropriation from the State, with a $1 million match from the County, to expand the Kula Ag Park onto former HC&S sugar land.
Maui Stage 1 Water Shortage Re-Issued for Upcountry
Due to the Stage 1 water shortage, all Upcountry water consumers are asked to conserve water and to avoid any unnecessary water use until further notice.
