Maui News
Hawaiʻi Department of Law Enforcement monitoring global events, reaffirms there is “no credible threats to Hawaiʻi”
In light of ongoing geopolitical tensions, the Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement, Office of Homeland Security assures the public that there are currently no specific, credible threats to the State of Hawai‘i.
Maui Brewing Company recognized for Adopt-A-Highway service
Maui Brewing Company has received the Adopt-A-Highway Nō Ka ‘Oi Highway Hui Award for its volunteerism and exceptional responsiveness to the anti-pollution public service program.
Lt. Gov. Luke signs bill expanding Preschool Open Doors to include 2-year-olds
The new law, which takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026, expands eligibility to include 2-year-olds and removes burdensome accreditation requirements for child care providers—reducing barriers and increasing child care capacity across Hawaiʻi.
Kahanu Garden Director recognized as Maui County MVP during Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Awareness Month
Since becoming director in 2015, Opgenorth and his team have built a new visitor and education center that welcomes over 7,000 guests, education groups, and volunteers each year. He’s expanded efforts to restore the coastal hala forest and protect it from invasive species.
A novel idea for Maui’s housing crisis: Using vacation rental profits for residents’ down payments
A novel approach to Maui’s severe housing crisis emerged during a third round of emotional public testimony Monday on the hotly debated vacation rental phase-out bill: leveraging short-term rental profits to finance affordable housing for local families. Jonavan Asato, senior pastor at Grace Bible Church in Kahului, proposed this alternative while testifying on Bill 9 […]
New career development initiative launches to keep Maui’s keiki thriving at home
Imua Onipaʻa will offer hands-on career training beginning late summer 2025 in partnership with the YMCA in Lahaina and local Rotary clubs.
Final agreement negotiations between NASED and Aloha Hālawa District Partners extended through mid-August
The New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District project team today announced an extension of the deadline for its negotiations with Aloha Hālawa District Partners, the consortium selected as the Preferred Offeror for the construction of a new stadium and development of a live-work-play-thrive community incorporating the city’s Skyline rail system.
Public unveiling for new UHMC murals takes place Friday
A blessing and public unveiling will be held on Friday, June 27, for three new murals installed across the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College campus.
Fairmont Kea Lani launches pop-up dinner experience during Kō renovation
Fairmont Kea Lani has launched a limited-time buffet-style dinner experience near its Serenity Pool while its Kō Restaurant undergoes renovations through late October.
Case votes against agriculture funding bill over cuts to food assistance, support for Hawaiʻi farmers
The Fiscal Year 2026 agriculture funding bill, which passed the House Appropriations Committee, proposes a $1 billion cut compared to the current year.
Maui’s High School cowboys and cowgirls dominate at Hawaiʻi State Finals
Hawaiʻi’s top high school cowboy and cowgirls traveled off island to compete at the Hawai’i High School Rodeo State Finals, held on Kauaʻi on June 5-8. This year, Hawaiʻi’s National Team is comprised of 25 athletes total, with seven from Team Maui.
Maui Mustang 10U baseball wins Hawaiʻi regional, heads to California
The Maui Mustang 10U baseball team is headed to California next month after clinching the Hawaiʻi Region Championship with a 5-4 win over Team Kauaʻi on June 16 in Hilo.
Aloha Council honors 106 new Eagle Scouts at annual banquet
Scouting America, Aloha Council honored 106 new Eagle Scouts on Saturday at its annual Eagle Scout Recognition Banquet & Mentoring Luncheon in Nuʻuanu, Oʻahu.
Update/Located: Kahului woman reported missing by a concerned family member
Aliksa was located and found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department thanked the public for their assistance.
Maui County unemployment holds steady in May, remains below 2024 levels
Maui County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate continued to hover around 3% during the month of May, according to data released by the Hawai‘i State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism on Monday.
Over 1,000 Maui keiki to benefit as wildfire mental health program expands in year 2
Maui Youth & Family Services (MYFS), in partnership with Maui United Way and Sentry’s Mālama Nā Keiki Initiative, is expanding critical mental health services for keiki impacted by the Lahaina wildfires.
Nā Koa Manu Conservation announces leadership transition, new staff appointment
Effective November 2024, Sarah McLane Bryan has assumed the role of President of the Board of Directors, succeeding Bryan Berkowitz, who will continue to serve as Vice President. Sarah previously served as Vice President and, along with Bryan, was a founding board member of Nā Koa Manu Conservation, Inc. in 2015.
Flags to be lowered June 24-26 in honor of John Henry Felix
Born and raised in Honolulu, John Henry Felix dedicated his life to advancing the common good. His roles spanned Chair Emeritus of the Hawai‘i Red Cross, founder of multiple Red Cross Societies in the Pacific, field delegate in international relief efforts across Southeast Asia and Africa, Chair of the American Red Cross International Committee, and distinguished leader in the Boy Scouts of America and March of Dimes.
Habitat for Humanity Maui to hold Disaster Recovery Fundraiser at Old Lahaina Lūʻau
Habitat for Humanity Maui announced its second annual Disaster Recovery Fundraiser to be held at the historic Old Lahaina Lūʻau on Oct. 4, 2025. This event aims to raise essential funds to support the continued rebuilding of Lahaina, which was devastated by the catastrophic wildfires of 2023. All proceeds from the fundraiser will go directly towards recovery and reconstruction efforts.
Hōkūleʻa crew sights land in the Tuamotus, continues toward Taputapuātea
The crew of the Polynesian voyaging canoe, Hōkūleʻa sighted distant lights on the horizon, Saturday—marking their first visual confirmation of land since departing Hilo on June 3. A safety crew aboard the Hikianalia confirmed it was the island of Rangiroa in the Tuamotu Archipelago of French Polynesia.
