Maui News
Da Artsy Bee shuttle begins service to Wailuku show venues
Beginning today, July 14, “Da Artsy Bee” will be available for free drop-off service to Wailuku performance venues.
Saturday launch of 988 dialing in Hawaiʻi for mental health & substance abuse resources
Hawaiʻi will officially adopt the national 988-dialing code for direct access to mental health and substance use crisis resources on Saturday, July 16, 2022. The new three-digit number is expected to increase access to the Hawaiʻi Department of Health’s Hawaiʻi CARES crisis helpline for crisis services, mental and emotional health support, and substance abuse recovery.
Hirono backs legislation to protect rights to cross state lines to seek abortion care
The bill clarifies that it is illegal for anti-choice states to limit travel for abortion services, and would empower the Attorney General and impacted individuals to bring civil action against those who restrict a woman’s right to cross state lines to receive legal reproductive care.
Partnerships fund more public art on Maui
Upon panel selection, artists will be invited to create a collaborative work of public art, including performance, visual or experiential works, with community members that aligns with ‘ōlelo from Mary Kawena Pukui’s ‘Ōlelo No‘eau: Hawaiian Proverbs and Political Sayings.
Maui boys earn top two spots in 15-18 division at Oʻahu Junior Classic
Maui boys Anson Cabello, 17, and Reagan James Miles, 16, took the top two spots for the Boys 15-18 Flight at the Hawaiʻi State Junior Golf Association’s Oʻahu Junior Classic.
Huliau Food & Film Festival returns after two year hiatus
After a two year pause, Maui Huliau Foundation, a nonprofit organization offering environmental education programs to Maui youth, will again host its annual benefit celebration at Sugar Beach Event’s oceanfront venue in Kīhei.
Maui Council to hear homeowner exemption bills
“These bills are part of the council’s ongoing reform efforts to promote equity in the county’s real property tax system and help local residents thrive even as everyday living is becoming more and more expensive.”
Missing Person Update/located: Washington woman may be on Maui
The Maui Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Jessica Lucero, 35, of Washington.
Regenerative Tourism at Hāʻena sparks national interest
“Public land managers are looking at solutions to curbing what has been called, over-tourism. We are grateful for and need the national media to help tell the global visitor industry there’s a new normal. Make your preparations before you come to Hawai‘i,” Cottrell said.
Maui police launch murder investigation into Haʻikū death
Maui police have launched a murder investigation into the death of a 54-year-old man, after officers were called to a Haʻikū home on Tuesday morning.
Hawaiian Airlines to suspend Honolulu to Orlando route a year after its launch
Hawaiian Airlines is suspending its direct flights to Orlando, after a year of serving the Central Florida market.
July 7-13, 2022 COVID-19 update: 11 deaths, 4,464 new infections in Hawaiʻi
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health reported 4,464 new COVID-19 cases for the week of July 7-13, 2022, which is 83 more cases than the previous week. There were 11 deaths.
20th Richard Hoʻopiʻi Leo Kiʻekiʻe Falsetto Contest issues call for entries
The 20th annual Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Kiʻekiʻe Falsetto Contest is seeking contestants. The contest will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022 at 6 p.m.
Council panel votes to settle lawsuits tied to disgraced ex-MPD officer Brandon Saffeels
A Maui County Council committee on Tuesday unanimously recommended settlements in two lawsuits that allege the County of Maui failed to train and supervise a former Maui police officer who was fired, and convicted in one case, for attempting to trade police help for sexual favors.
Sen. Hirono questions experts on reproductive rights with overturn of Roe v. Wade
During a hearing of the US Senate Judiciary Committee, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) questioned health care and legal experts about the implications of the Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade on abortion access and other constitutional rights, and what can be done to protect abortion access for all.
Gov. Ige vetoes 28 of 30 bills on his Intent to Veto list
The governor is vetoing 26 bills and line-item vetoing two bills out of the 30 bills listed on his Intent to Veto list released on June 27.
SCHHA Maui-Lānaʻi Mokupuni Council hosts candidate forum, July 14
The Sovereign Council of Hawaiian Homestead Associations Maui/Lānaʻi Mokupuni Council hosts a candidate forum at its monthly meeting this Thursday, July 14, 2022.
Indoor masking is optional at Hawaiʻi public schools under new DOH guidance
When school begins next month, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health will strongly encourage indoor mask use when COVID-19 levels are high or medium. The department will no longer recommend universal masking in most situations.
Emergency slope repair for Manawainui Gulch, July 16-19
Emergency work to remove and dispose of loose rocks at Manawainui Gulch will require the daytime closure of Piʻilani Highway at Milepost 27.5 from Saturday, July 16, through Tuesday, July 19. The planned closure will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Hirono joins colleagues in introducing legislation to expand youth access to voting
US Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), joined in introducing the Youth Voting Rights Act, comprehensive legislation to enforce the Twenty-Sixth Amendment and expand youth access to voting.
