Maui News
Legislative measure would have state acquire all West Maui water systems through eminent domain
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources would be required to acquire all West Maui water systems through eminent domain and then hold them in trust for the management by Maui County, according to a bill introduced this legislative session.
Traffic Advisory: Crews repair traffic light pole at Hāna / Haleakalā Highway intersection
(Update: 12:25 p.m., Jan. 16, 2025) The traffic signal at the intersection of Hāna Highway and Haleakalā Highway has been repaired.
Senate bill would continue licensing for certified midwives
A bill to make it easier for expectant mothers to give birth at home is under consideration by state lawmakers.
Subaru Telescope’s new compound eye to start exploring the universe in February
The Subaru Telescope in Hawaiʻi, announced the addition of a new capability as it studies from nearby objects to the distant Universe. A powerful compound eye likened to that of an insect will allow the telescope to simultaneously observe about 2,400 celestial bodies. This innovative eye can capture cosmic rainbows (spectra), enabling detailed exploration of the Universe.
FAFSA sign-waving event scheduled at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday
The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now open, and HawaiiKidsCAN Afford College is launching grassroots efforts to reach local students and families who may qualify for financial aid but haven’t applied.
Maui Emergency Management Agency urges public to avoid restricted areas in Lahaina
The County’s Maui Emergency Management Agency is urging Lahaina residents and visitors to respect safety measures by avoiding restricted areas in Lahaina town.
DOH monitoring detection of H5 avian flu in Kauaʻi wastewater
The Hawai‘i Department of Health, State Laboratories Division has detected H5 avian influenza (bird flu) at very low levels in wastewater samples collected at the Līhuʻe Wastewater Treatment Plant on Kauaʻi.
Surveys to help shape Maui’s agricultural future open to all
The nonprofit Common Ground Collective is calling on all members of the Maui community involved in food production, preparation, distribution and grocery shoppers to share their input by participating in its surveys. Feedback will be used to create agricultural infrastructure and to improve access to locally grown food on the island.
Maui arts groups among recipients of $1.5M Hawai‘i Community Foundation Equitable Access Arts & Culture grants
Maui County organizations Hāna Arts, Hanona, Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center, Hui O Waʻa Kaulua, Maui Public Art Corps, Lānaʻi Academy of Performing Arts, and Hōkūlani Children’s Theatre of Molokaʻi all have received grants from the Hawai‘i Community Foundation through its Equitable Access Arts & Culture program.
Lahaina Community Land Trust celebrates blessing of its first parcel secured in community ownership
Standing on ʻāina that will forever be protected for Lahaina’s kamaʻāina families, the Lahaina Community Land Trust gathered Monday with community leaders, friends and ‘ohana to celebrate and bless the first property secured into community ownership.
Senate bill calls for changes on Commission on Water Resource Management
At the request of the Maui County Council, Senate President Ronald Kouchi (Kaua’i, Ni’ihau) has introduced a bill to make changes to operations of the state Commission on Water Resource Management.
HI Alcohol Policy Alliance pushes to lower BAC limit from 0.08 to 0.05 percent
The Hawai‘i Alcohol Policy Alliance returned to the State Capitol today to continue advocating for legislation aimed at reducing alcohol-related traffic fatalities and injuries.
Kīlauea volcano enters fourth eruptive episode following two week pause
The summit eruption at Kīlauea volcano that began on Dec. 23 appears to have entered its forth eruptive episode this morning at about 9:15 a.m. with a small lava flow exiting the north vent, following low-level continuous lava spattering that started around 5:40 a.m. from the same vent.
Mike Lambert nominated as new Director of State Department of Law Enforcement
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., announced the nomination of Major Mike Lambert, a distinguished veteran of the Honolulu Police Department, as the next Director of the State Department of Law Enforcement.
Mokulele Airlines puts temporary pause on all flights due to maintenance
Mokulele Airlines has temporarily paused all of its flights this morning, according to an announcement on the company’s website. The airline says the pause is due to maintenance and is being done out of an abundance of caution.
Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization submits annual report to state Legislature
Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization has submitted its fiscal 2024-2025 annual report to the state Legislature. The report covers the period from Dec. 1, 2023, to Nov. 30, 2024.
Bill introduced to establish four-year nursing bachelor’s degree at UH Maui College
In an effort to address the growing problem of nursing shortages in Hawaiʻi, state senators led by Central Maui Sen. Troy Hashimoto are proposing that the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College establish a four-year nursing bachelors of science degree, a significant step up from the current two-year associate program.
Maui to receive $15.6M grant to expand Lahaina recycled wastewater facilities
The US Department of the Interior has awarded the Maui County Department of Environmental Management a $15.6 million grant for recycled wastewater facilities in Lahaina, according to an announcement.
SpaceX seeking permit to splash down in Pacific, Gulf of Mexico and Indian Ocean
Public comments are due Jan. 17 on Elon Musk’s plans for his SpaceX rockets to splash down in a much wider area, including Hawaiian waters and 240 nautical miles east of the Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary.
Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea to host speaker of Haleakalā Conservancy mid-day
The Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea will hear from Olena Alec of the Haleakalā Conservancy at Kīhei Lutheran Church on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 11:45 a.m.
