Maui News
BRIEF: No Tsunami Following 3.8 Kona Coast Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaii following a 3.8 magnitude earthquake reported in the deep ocean off the Kona Coast of the Big Island early this morning. The incident was reported at 3:44 a.m. on Wednesday, May 23, 2012.
VIDEO/UPDATE: Police Identify Man Killed in South Maui Shooting
Maui police have since identified the victim as 31 year old Marshall M.K. Langford of Wailuku. County officials have confirmed that a second suspect also involved in the stolen car incident has since turned himself in to Maui police.
Honolulu Tops LA and New York as America’s Worst Traffic City
According to the annual INRIX Traffic Scorecard, drivers in Honolulu waste 58 hours in traffic, with the worst time to travel being on Tuesday’s after work from 5:15 to 5:30 p.m.
Waiale Project Gains Initial Approval from LUC
“The thought of a sidewalk and a paved walkway, so that people can view and visit the site makes my na’au turn,” said Makua of the cultural preserve plan for burials and iwi kūpuna.
Judicial Conference on Maui Criticized
Two Republican senators say they are concerned that an annual judicial conference on Maui is inconsistent with the nation’s financial crisis.
VIDEO: Trio of Maui Mayors Endorse Hannemann
A trio of Maui Mayors, past and present, joined hands today in endorsing congressional candidate and former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann for Hawaii’s 2nd District. Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa joined former mayors Charmaine Tavares and James “Kimo” Apana in making the endorsement announcement at the Maui Tropical Plantation in Waikapu.
Gabbard Files Papers Vowing to Bring Fresh Leadership to Congress
Congressional candidate Tulsi Gabbard filed nomination papers today for the 2nd District that includes Maui. Gabbard, who currently serves as a member of the Honolulu City Council, made her candidacy official by filing papers at the Office of Elections.
Erosion Damage Forces 24/7 Contraflow on Honoapiilani
Erosion damage caused by ocean waves has undermined the eastbound (Kihei-bound) shoulder lane on Honoapiilani Highway, forming a crack in the asphalt pavement. State DOT officials say the eastbound lane will be closed around the clock until repairs can be made. In the interim, traffic will be contraflowed through the westbound lane.
Council Member White Files For Re-Election
Councilmember Mike White today filed nomination papers for re-election to Maui County Council’s Makawao, Ha‘ikū and Pā‘ia residency seat. As of May 17, no other candidates were listed as potential contenders for the Makawao, Ha‘ikū and Pā‘ia residency seat.
Maui Brush Fire Burns 1 Acre Near Luana Gardens
A small, 1-acre brush fire was quickly brought under control last night near the Luana Gardens apartments in Kahului. The incident was reported at 10:30 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 2012, off of Kamehameha Avenue in an area of brush.
Click It Or Ticket Seat Belt Enforcement Returns
Hawai’i law requires seat belts for those riding in the front seat and those 17 and under riding in the back seat. The fine for a seat belt violation is $92.
Visitor Pulled in Critical Condition From West Maui Waters
A 45-year-old woman was pulled from the ocean in West Maui on Sunday afternoon by other snorkelers in the area, authorities said. The incident was reported at 1:30 p.m. in the area fronting the Sheraton Resort.
Road Advisory: Lower Honoapiilani at S-Turn in Kahana
Authorities say there is a downed utility pole in the area as a result of the accident. The incident forced the closure of the lower road between Aekai Place and Piina Place near the S-Turn surf spot.
2 Baldwin Athletes Among 2012 HHSAA Hall of Honor Inductees
The list includes Baldwin’s Kristine Felix, who is on both the track and field, and tennis teams. Also among the inductees is Baldwin’s Pasoni Tasini, who competed in football, basketball, track and field, and volleyball.
BRIEF: Electric Service Restored to Mahinahina and Kahana
Electrical service has been restored to customers in areas of Mahinahina and Kahana in West Maui. The outage was first reported at around 2:45 a.m. MECO officials say power was restored shortly before 5 a.m.
Governor Orders All Flags to be Half-Staff on Monday
Gov. Neil Abercrombie today ordered all national and Hawai’i flags at state offices and agencies as well as Hawai’i National Guard facilities to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, May 21, in memory of former state Senator Wadsworth Y.H. Yee. Senator Yee died May 8 at age 90.
Star-Advertiser to Publish Hawaii Edition of USA TODAY
Beginning Monday, May 21, a new Hawaii Edition of USA TODAY will be printed locally by The Honolulu Star-Advertiser.
Report: DOE Class of 2011 College Enrollment Increases
53% of Hawaii’s public high schools’ Class of 2011 enrolled in college for the Fall semester following their commencement, an increase of 3% over the previous years’ graduating class enrollment.
Fishermen Have Rest of May to Catch Moi
The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) reminds the public that the moi fishing season is closed beginning Friday, June 1.
“Ruth” Voted Into National Disability Contest Semi-Finals
Votes are now closed for the contest but Ruth’s family said that she made it into the top 10% of entries with 12,624 votes, in part due to huge support from Mauians.
