Maui News
Jury Selection Begins in Capobianco Murder Trial
The trial for a man accused of murdering his pregnant ex-girlfriend gets underway with jury selection today in Second Circuit Court.
Hāna Ball Park Restrooms Closed for Septic System Improvements
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced that the restrooms at Hāna Ball Park will close May 23-27, 2016 for improvements to the septic system.
Private Boat Rescues Kayaker off Ukumehame
West Maui firefighters and ocean safety lifeguards responded to a kayaker who called 911 for help, saying he couldn’t make it back to shore and was about a half-mile off of the Ukumehame area in West Maui at around 1:13 p.m. on Saturday, May 21, 2016.
Deadly Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Kula Man
Police say the motorcyclist failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway, crossed left of center and collided into a utility pole located on the opposing shoulder of Lower Kula Road.
Maui’s Majestic Waterfalls: East Maui’s Hidden Gems
We recently flew with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters to get a bird’s eye view of our beautiful island of Maui. Today’s video explores Maui’s wonderful waterfalls…
Kēōkea-Waiohuli Project is Future Home for 46 Maui Beneficiaries
The Kēōkea-Waiohuli Phase 1 subdivision will become the future home for 46 Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries and their families.
AG Asks to Lift Injunction Against Maui Hospitals
The Attorney General filed a motion asking the court to lift or modify an order that temporarily stops activities related to the transition of Maui hospital.
DNA Test Results Still Under Discussion on Eve of Murder Trial
A judge ruled today on motions relating to the upcoming trial of Stephen Capobianco, a man accused of murdering his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Charli Scott.
Brush Fire Along Mokulele Hwy Quickly Doused
Maui firefighters responded to a report of a fire along the Mokulele Highway on Friday afternoon, May 20, 2016.
North Kīhei Road All Clear After Accident
Maui police have cleared the vehicles from North Kīhei Road that were involved in a motor vehicle accident near the Kīhei Junction at around 8 a.m.
Maui 2016 Graduation Schedule
Maui’s complete listing of 2016 graduation dates and times. A total of 64 schools with 11,000 seniors will graduate in Hawaiʻi.
Rep. DeCoite Files Papers for House District 13
Rep Lynn DeCoite filed papers to seek election to the District 13 House seat. She is currently filling the remainder of the term of the late Mele Carroll.
Rep. Takai Will Not Seek Re-Election Due to Health
“When I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last year, my family and I resolved to fight it head-on… Today, we find ourselves at a crossroads,” said Takai.
Chief of Staff: Maui Hospital Transfer Delay is “Devastating”
“It is near impossible to simply reverse course; this will lead to drastic gaps in coverage with no capacity to fill,” said MMMC Chief of Staff Dr. Ron Boyd.
Wailuku Girl with Brain Tumor Receives Special Gift
In two weeks Kayla will have a bracelet, made just for her, that will remind her of her wish come true. Like the bracelet, every wish child is unique, and this wish is a true gem made extra special by the generosity of the community.
Maui Has More Shark Habitat Than Other Islands
A combination of factors may explain why Maui has had more shark bites than other Main Hawaiian Islands.
Memorial Ride of Silence Part of Bike Month
Bicyclists are urged to join Maui Bicycling League for a Memorial Ride of Silence on May 21 on the Mokulele Bike Path.
14 Ka Ipu Kukui Fellows Graduate, New Applicants Sought
The Ka Ipu Kukui Fellows program is an initiative established by Decisions Maui and Focus Maui Nui. It was designed to help develop and train future leaders.
Molokaʻi Graduation Happens Only Once Every 4 Years
The graduates ranged in age from 17 to 59. Some of them completed their degrees in two years, while others worked diligently over 20 plus years.
Fallow Cane, Brush & Trash Burned in Haʻikū Fire
Pāʻia firefighters arrived at 5:49 p.m. to find about 3 acres of brush and fallow sugar cane burning on Hahana Road, about a half-mile makai of the Hāna Hwy.





