Maui News
Maui Fire Chief Evaluation: “Very Favorable”
The annual performance evaluation of Maui Fire Chief Jeffrey Murray for the 2016 calendar year was “very favorable.”
Four Receive Awards for Heroism from Maui Fire Department
Four Maui residents were honored for their heroism and quick action during two separate rescues in South Maui, at a Kīhei home fire and at a condominium pool.
Capobianco Sentenced to Life in Prison With Possibility of Parole
Steven Capobianco was sentenced today to life in prison with the possibility of parole for the second degree murder charge. He was also sentenced to a maximum period of 10 year term for the offense of arson in the second degree, to be served consecutively.
New Maui Law Lifts 11 p.m. Deadline on Sale of Alcohol
The Department of Liquor Control on Maui has lifted the time restriction on the sale of alcohol at retail locations and hotels in Maui County.
Maui Police Release Surveillance from Pukalani Burglary
The Maui Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a male involved in a burglary reported on Sunday, March 5, 2017 at the Pukalani Superette.
New Science Agreement to Improve Maui Coastal Water Quality
The plan will augment the efforts of the single DOH employee responsible for all water quality monitoring across the entire island of Maui.
Carden Academy Half-Way to Fundraising Goal
The school is in the process of rebuilding a portion of their school and have received a generous $150,000 donation from the Browning Family.
No Tsunami Generated from 4.3 Kīlauea, Hawaiʻi Earthquake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a preliminary magnitude 4.3 earthquake reported at 1027 a.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at Kīlauea.
Suspect Arrested in Tourist Kidnapping Case on Maui
Ashley Ramos, 19, of Lahaina was arrested yesterday afternoon in connection with last week’s kidnapping and robbery of a California couple at Nākālele Point.
Lyft Launches on Maui Today
The rideshare company, Lyft, is launching on Maui for the first time starting at noon today.
Stack at Māʻalaea Generating Plant Prepped for New Paint
The stacks at the Māʻalaea Generating Station are looking a little different as crews prep them for some new paint.
Apprentice Maui Navigator Takes Helm of Hikianalia in Voyage to Tahiti
The journey to Tahiti marks the inaugural voyage as captain for apprentice navigator Kalā Baybayan Tanaka of Maui.
Habitat’s Kahoma Affordable Housing Project Offers 10 Homes
The homes will be sold under Residential Workforce Ordinance guidelines which means that units will range from $281,520 to $380,880.
Rep. Fukumoto Announces Departure from Republican Party
During the Hawaiʻi Women’s March, Rep. Fukumoto spoke out against the Republican Party and Donald Trump. Today she announced her departure from the GOP.
Maui Ranked Among Top Destinations in US by TripAdvisor
Maui was ranked among the top destinations in the US in a new list compiled by the travel planning and booking site, TripAdvisor.
Maui Capital Improvement Projects Targeted for $382 M
Maui representatives secured about $382 million in CIP funding for projects across Maui County, including funds for Maui County schools, airports and harbors.
VIDEO: Navy Detonates WWII Ordnance Found in Mākena
The object was deemed old and very deteriorated, and identified the ordnance as possibly a 1940s WWII mortar round.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Calls for Decriminalization of Marijuana
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard urged Congress to pass bipartisan legislation to federally decriminalize marijuana.
Waiale Park Playground Replacement Begins
The Maui Department of Parks and Recreation will begin construction to demolish and replace the existing playground equipment at Waiale Park on March 30th.
Pop-Up Planning Events for Wells Park Master Plan
The first event is on Thursday, April 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Calvary Chapel. The second event is on Friday, April 7, from 6 to 9 p.m. at ʻĪao Square, next to ʻĪao Theater.
