Maui News
Next of kin sought in identifying 13 unclaimed bodies on Maui
The Maui Police Department, in coordination with local mortuaries and healthcare partner, is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating next of kin for several deceased individuals within Maui County. These individuals remain unclaimed and are currently under the custody of the respective agencies listed below.
Draft EIS published for Hoʻonani Village development in Puʻunēnē
The Maui Planning Commission called for an environmental impact review for the proposed 1,608-unit Hoʻonani Village development in Puʻunēnē, and developers have delivered a draft study with public comments due May 7. The state Office of Planning and Sustainable Development published the three-volume document Monday, initiating a 45-day public review period for the project planned […]
Flood Watch through this afternoon
The National Weather Service has extended the Flash Flood Warning for Maui until 10:30 a.m. At 7:16 a.m., radar showed heavy rain over east Maui. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. The heaviest rain is falling over the Kaupō area. Additional heavy showers are expected through the morning. Flash flooding is ongoing.
Community-wide donation drive mobilized to support Molokaʻi flood recovery
The donation drive will take place on Wednesday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kahului Shopping Center parking lot (next to Burger King). Community members are encouraged to drop off much-needed supplies and volunteer their time to help collect, sort, and prepare donations for transport to Molokaʻi.
Mayor to hold community meetings in storm-impacted areas of Upcountry, ʻĪao Valley, South Maui, Lahaina and Molokaʻi
Mayor Richard Bissen will hold community meetings for residents of Upcountry, ʻĪao Valley, South Maui, Lahaina and Molokaʻi to discuss impacts of the recent kona storms in those areas.
Three Oʻahu libraries and two in Maui County are closed Tuesday following severe weather
Due to the severe weather that continues to impact the State, several public library locations will be closed on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
HECO 5 p.m. update: 130 without power on Oʻahu, mainly in Waialua; 50 customers without power on Maui
Hawaiian Electric crews are continuing inspections and repairs in flooded areas of Oʻahu. In some North Shore neighborhoods, crews have seen stains or lines on homes that show how high the floodwaters rose.
HIDOE extends school closures in multiple areas following continued storm impacts
More schools were added to the closure list following continued storm impacts from the recent kona low.
The Prince Kūhiō Maui Hoʻolauleʻa returns to Queen Kaʻahumanu Center, March 27
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center invites the community to celebrate Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole at the Prince Kūhiō Maui Hoʻolauleʻa on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 5 to 8:30 p.m.
County of Maui offices to close Thursday for Prince Kūhiō Day holiday
County of Maui offices, facilities and services will be closed or modified on Thursday, March 26, 2026, for the Prince Kūhiō Day holiday.
Kamalani elevates country-reggae fusion with ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi flip of Ella Langley’s hit ‘You Look Like You Love Me’
Rising star Kamalani is set to ignite the airwaves with her latest single, a stunning reimagining of Ella Langley’s viral country hit, “You Look Like You Love Me.” Shifting the track from the honky-tonk to the shoreline, Kamalani’s version infuses the flirtatious storytelling of the original with smooth Island Reggae rhythms and the poetic beauty of ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi.
The Shops at Wailea hosts live music performances throughout April
Live music continues at The Shops at Wailea this April with a series of performances in the Center’s Lower Level Performance Area. The lineup features returning local favorites and evening sets that add to the rhythm of Wailea’s dining and shopping experience.
County of Maui kona storm 2 recap: Midday update on March 23, 2026
No areas remain under MEMA evacuation warnings; however, some potentially high-impact areas remain under evacuation advisories out of an abundance of caution.
UHERO study reveals housing ripple effect: One condo, hundreds of homes
The study examines a concept known as housing filtering, a process in which new construction sets off a chain of moves that frees up existing homes across the market. When a household moves into a newly built unit, it leaves behind a previous home, creating an opportunity for another household, and so on.
ALTRES offers staffing solutions for vendors at upcoming Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo
As the Merrie Monarch Festival approaches, ALTRES, Hawaiʻi’s largest staffing, payroll and HR company, is ready to assist vendors participating in the various events taking place between April 5 to 11. With over 55 years of experience, ALTRES specializes in providing top-tier staffing services for businesses.
Maui Ocean Center names new marketing director
Maui Ocean Center announced the return of Heather Walters, a former digital marketing specialist, as the aquarium’s marketing director, effective April 1.
Update/located: Missing Wailuku woman last seen leaving home on March 18, 2026
Hunter was located and found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department thanks the public for their assistance.
Flood Warning for Big Island through 3:45 p.m.; Flood Watch for Hawaiʻi Island through this afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the island of Hawaiʻi until 3:45 p.m.
Aloha United Way activates Community Relief Fund to support flood recovery in affected communities
The fund will be distributed through trusted nonprofit partners and direct support strategies to help address urgent needs such as shelter, food and basic essentials while supporting ongoing recovery in affected communities.
Summer and Fall 2026 UH Maui College registration begins April 10
UHMC registration for Summer 2026 begins on Friday, April 10. The schedule for Fall 2026 classes will be available in “Browse Classes” on Monday, April 6 and registration begins on Monday, April 27.
