Maui News
Women’s March “firestarter” Teresa Shook to be Honored by Council
Hana resident Teresa Shook, who inspired the Women’s March on Washington D.C., will be recognized on Friday, Feb. 17 in the Council Chamber.
Strong Thunderstorms, Flood Advisory for Maui
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood advisory for the islands of Maui and Lānaʻi until 7 p.m. HST.
Mayor Arakawa to Address Upcountry Residents
The Kula Community Association has asked Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa to discuss a number of issues of interest to residents on Feb. 15 at the Kula Community Center.
Texas Man Guilty of Interference on Flight to Maui
A federal jury found William Clark Turner, 53, of Texas, guilty of interference with a flight attendant for an incident on a direct flight from Dallas to Maui.
Hōkūleʻa Sets Sail for Rapa Nui, Navigational Return to Pacific
The crew of Hawaiʻi’s legendary Polynesian voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa set sail today for Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, continuing its Worldwide Voyage…
Maui Nisei Exhibit Opens: Featuring Executive Order on Internment
The exhibit coincides with the executive order signed by President Franklin Roosevelt 75 years ago, that authorized the internment of Japanese Americans…
Appeals Court Upholds Injunction on Trump Travel Ban
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday upheld a nationwide injunction against President Donald Trump’s Executive Order for a travel ban…
Waiheʻe Ridge Trail to Temporarily Reopen
The popular 2.5 mile Waihe‘e ridge trail in the west Maui mountains will be temporarily reopened tomorrow, Saturday February 11.
Bail Reduced for Twin Accused of Second Degree Murder
Judge Peter Cahill granted a motion to have Alexandria Duval’s bail reduced yesterday from $3 million to $200,000 cash bail or $2 million bail bond.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawaiʻi After Philippines Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a preliminary magnitude 6.5 earthquake reported at 4:04 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017 in Mindanao, Philippines..
MEO Offers $47K in Project Graduation 2017 Grants
MEO has announced $47,741 in Maui County funding has been made available for Project Graduation Programs for 2017 high school graduating classes…
Maui Used Motor Oil Program Temporarily Suspended
Maui County announced that its Used Motor Oil Program for home mechanics has been suspended immediately, due to increased costs and a lack of available funding.
Machado Selected as New Chair of OHA Trustees
Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi Trustee Colette Y. Machado was selected as the new chair of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees today.
1,305 Gallons of Wastewater Overflows in Kahului
An estimated 1,305 gallons of wastewater overflowed along Amala Place in Kahului on Thursday morning, Feb. 9, 2017.
Governor Appoints Three to First Circuit Court
Attorney Todd Eddins, 52, is appointed to the First Circuit Court to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of former Circuit Judge Richard Perkins in June.
Bill Aims to Free Up Bed Space at Maui Hospital
House Bill 995 seeks an appropriation of funds for Hale Makua Health Services to admit more wait-listed patients from the Maui hospital into their care.
Washington Woman Pulled from Water at Kapalua Bay
A 64-year-old female visitor from Renton in Washington State, was pulled from the waters at Kapalua Bay while snorkeling with family members on Wednesday…
Rep. McKelvey: Lahaina Harbor Dredging Approved
State Rep. Angus McKelvey says maintenance dredging of Lahaina Harbor has been approved and is moving forward with expected completion by the end of the year.
Coast Guard Cracking Down on Illegal Lava Boat Tours
The Coast Guard has identified two tour boats operating illegally out of Pohoiki Boat Ramp. The lava ocean entry is one of the most dangerous areas because…
Bill Seeks Funds to Support Ongoing Restoration at Kahoʻolawe
The House Committee on Water & Land will hear a measure on Friday, Feb. 10, that seeks to appropriate funds to support the Kaho‘olawe Island Reserve Commission.
