Maui News
Capobianco Hearing Delayed, Outstanding Criminal Cases Nearing Settlement
In requesting a continuance, Defense Attorney Jon Apo said Thursday that he is very close to wrapping up all of Steven Capobianco’s remaining criminal cases.
$122K Waihe‘e Ridge Trail Facelift Nears Completion
An almost completed $122,000 trail improvement program provides two viewing platforms, drainage features in particularly boggy areas, and better trail tread.
Delta Air Lines “Sorry” After Dispute With Family Over Child Seat on Maui to LA Flight
Delta Air Lines responded today following a dispute with a family that was booked on Flight 2222 from Maui to Los Angeles, California on April 23, 2017.
Waiehu Driving Range will Close for Two Weeks for Repairs
The driving range will be closed Monday, May 8 – 19.
BREAKING: Rep. Souki Resigns as House Speaker
Souki cited some disappointments this session including: failure to pass Compassionate Aid in Dying bill; immunity for lifeguards bill; and funding for rail.
Cochran Coordinates Maui’s First-Ever Large Scale Training on Pesticide Alternatives
Maui County Councilmember Elle Cochran has coordinated what is being called Maui’s first-ever large scale training series on landscape pesticide alternatives.
Rep. Gabbard Votes to Keep Government Open, Fund Maui Watersheds
The bill invests in a clean water infrastructure including Lower Hamakua Ditch, Upcountry Maui Watershed, Lāhainā Watershed, and Wailuku-Alenaio Watershed
Groups Seek to Halt Approval of Mākena Resort’s Environmental Assessment
A lawsuit was filed in Maui’s Environmental Court against developers of the 158-unit community above Mākena Landing, disputing project impacts.
Temporary Work Stoppage at Maui Airport Rent-A-Car Project
A work stoppage occurred on Wednesday at the Kahului Airport’s Consolidated Rent-A-Car Facility “due to an internal issue with the general contractor.”
VIDEO: Rally Against Sand Mining of Maui Dunes
Throughout the week, demonstrators from the group Iwi Protectors have been waving signs calling for a stop to sand mining and export from Maui to Oʻahu.
Hawaiʻi Firearm Permits and Registrations Increased in 2016
A total of 21,408 personal firearm permit applications were processed statewide during 2016, marking an 8.4% increase from the tally in 2015.
Meeting on Proposed Restrictions on Polystyrene Set for May 8
The council will consider Bill 127 (2016), which would restrict the use or sale of polystyrene food service containers in the County of Maui.
Maui Police Cinco de Mayo Impaired Driving Enforcement Starts Today
Starting today and continuing through the weekend, the Maui Police Department will increasing impaired driving enforcement in conjunction with Cinco de Mayo.
Maui Dance Studio Finds Temporary Space After Kula Building is Condemned
Some 150 dancers are practicing at temporary sites after being forced from the Old Kula Community Center which was condemned from use after finding lead paint.
HDOT Cuts Energy Use in Half at 11 Hawaiʻi Airports
The state is expected to save hundreds of millions of dollars in guaranteed airport electricity savings
The Mystery Haze of 1950: Vog By Another Name Would Look as Clear
The USGS explains the mystery haze that blanketed Honolulu in 1950 and how the term Vog came to be.
DOE Sends Warning About ’13 Reasons Why’
Hawai‘i DOE wrote a letter to the parents and guardians, warning them about “13 Reasons Why,” a controversial Netflix series that was released over a month ago.
Makawao Man Arrested on Drug Charges
A warrant was obtained after information was received that an adult male had been supplying students at King Kekaulike with butane hash oil (BHO) and marijuana.
House Passes $14.1B State Budget, Includes $63M for Kīhei HS
Major items include: $63M for a new Kīhei High School on Maui; $1.8M for the Hawaiʻi Promise Program; and $23M to acquire 500 acres of ag land in Central Oʻahu.
Frozen Cubed Tuna Recalled Due to Hepatitis A
The recalled product was distributed to restaurants and retailers all located on O‘ahu between April 27 and May 1
