Maui News
Honoapiʻilani Traffic Accident
Honoapi’ilani Hwy vehicle accident near Mile 14. Emergency crews are on scene. Please drive with caution in the area.
Maui Arborist: Selecting the Perfect Plant and Location
The 3rd edition of the Maui County Planting Plan is now available online with a comprehensive guide on how to choose and care for trees and other plants.
Candidate Filing Deadline Today for 2016 Election
Individuals interested in becoming a candidate may obtain and file a nomination paper at various locations statewide by 4:30 p.m., on Tuesday, June 7, 2016.
2016 Maui Film Festival Complete Line-up
Festivities surrounding the 2016 Maui Film Festival are ready to be rolled out with screenings and special events taking place June 15 to 19, 2016, in Wailea.
Twin Charged in Murder of Sister After Fatal Maui Crash
Alexandria Duval was placed under arrest and subsequently charged for the offense of second degree Murder in the death of her twin sister.
UPDATE: Officer Involved Shooting in Hilo Under Investigation
Police say that upon arrival, an officer encountered a man wielding a knife, along with a Pit Bull that had earlier chased paramedics into their vehicle.
“Boatload of Decision Makers” Reveals Plight of West Maui Reefs
A boatload of decision makers visited Maui waters to see firsthand how land-based pollutants and unsustainable fishing practices are killing coral reefs.
Snorkeler Pulled Unresponsive from Kamaʻole II
The male snorkeler was found by lifeguards floating in the water approximately 20 yards from shore at Kamaʻole II, according to Maui police
Hōkūleʻa Greeted by Thousands in New York City
The Hōkūleʻa is on a worldwide voyage that began more than two years ago and is in New York to ring in World Oceans Day on Wednesday. The voyage is scheduled to conclude in June 2017.
Spike in Counterfeit Cases, 2 Reports from Maui
Recent reports of counterfeit activity on Maui included cases involving counterfeit $100 bills on Molokaʻi and Wailluku, Maui in May and April respectively.
National Hawaiian Foods Week, June 12-18
The US Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution designating the week beginning June 12 as National Hawaiian Foods Week.
Filipino Veterans’ Benefits Legislation Proposed
The Filipino Veterans Fairness Act would ensure that surviving Filipino veterans are fully eligible for the benefits they earned during WWII.
2016 Maui Outstanding Older Americans Announced
Maui County’s 48th Annual Outstanding Older Americans for 2016 are John Tryggestad and Kathleen Phillips.
Live Opossum Captured at Honolulu Harbor
A live opossum was captured early this morning in Hawaiʻi by workers offloading a cargo ship at Honolulu Harbor on Oʻahu.
Congressman Takai Endorses Hanabusa for Congress
Congressman Mark Takai (HI-01) has endorsed Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa in the First District of Hawaii Congressional race.
HTA Teams Up to Support Junior Lifeguard Program
HTA is funding the program with $200,000, which pays for the instructors and equipment and tents, to operate the program statewide this summer.
National Donut Day Observance on Maui, June 3
Krispy Kreme Kahului and The Salvation Army on Maui have partnered up for today’s observation of National Donut Day.
Stamp Depicting Haleakalā National Park is Dedicated
The Forever Stamp depicting Maui’s famed Haleakalā National Park was unveiled today during a dedicated ceremony at the Makawao Post Office.
Maui Graduate Appointed to US Air Force Academy
Maui High School graduate, Ryan-Aris Ramil has been appointed to the US Air Force Academy. He is one of just 30 Hawaiʻi students have been accepted into the US service academies.
9th Circuit Court Clarifies Order on Maui Hospitals
The Ninth Circuit had temporarily stopped activities related to transitioning service delivery at the Maui hospitals from the State to a new Kaiser entity.
