Maui News
New Maui Police Chief Selects Las Vegas Colleague as Deputy Chief
Soon-to-be sworn-in Maui Police Chief John Pelletier has selected a colleague from Las Vegas, Charles Hank, as his Deputy Chief.
Eat Pizza To Protect Reefs at Fundraiser for Maui Nui Marine Resource Council
The Flatbread Company in Pāʻia is hosting a benefit night Nov. 23 with pizza proceeds going to the nonprofit Maui Nui Marine Resource Council that works to protect Maui’s coral reefs.
Nov. 19, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 206 New Cases, 6 Deaths
There were 206 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Friday. Today’s COVID-19 case count includes approximately 40 backlogged cases involving testing providers that recently began providing data to DOH’s electronic lab reporting system. DOH expects additional backlogged cases to be reported in the next few weeks.
Acacia Koa Wood Salvaged from Public Lands on Maui, to be Offered at Auction
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife will conduct a forest products auction for Acacia koa wood. All wood pieces are from the West Maui State Forest Reserve on the island of Maui.
Public Webinar Presents ACLU of Hawaiʻi Report on Alternatives to Criminalizing Homelessness
The ACLU of Hawai‘i released a report today titled “Decriminalizing Houselessness in Hawai‘i,” which shows how criminalizing people’s status of being unsheltered causes irreparable harm to individuals, wastes public resources, dehumanizes those experiencing houselessness in the eyes of the public, and directly undermines the government’s investments in housing and supportive services.
Man Airlifted from Base of 50 Foot Cliff After Boat Runs Aground, Woman Climbs to Safety
Two mariners are safe after the boat they were in ran aground and became submerged off of Honokalā Point along the North Shore of Maui in Haʻikū, Sunday morning.
All 50 State Attorneys General Support FCC’s Efforts Targeting Illegal Robocallers
A letter signed by all 50 State Attorneys General and the District of Columbia was sent today to the Federal Communications Commission in support of its efforts to reduce illegal robocallers’ access to legitimate phone numbers to make unending robocalls that scam people.
Hannah Brown Memorial Impaired Driving Awareness Rally to Kick Off Holiday Enforcement on Maui
The Third Annual Hannah Brown Memorial Impaired Driving Awareness Checkpoint will take place next Wednesday, Nov. 24. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Wailuku Police Station as police launch their impaired driving awareness holiday campaign.
NOAA Considers Marine Sanctuary Off Hawaiian Islands
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is initiating the process to consider designating the marine portions of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument as a national marine sanctuary.
$2.9 M Grant Awarded for Replacement of Kaupakalua Bridge Washed Away in March Storm
A newly awarded $2.9 million federal grant will go towards the construction of a replacement bridge at Kaupakalua, after the original two-lane timber bridge, built around 1911, washed away in a storm event earlier this year.
Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park Temporary Weekend Closure, Nov. 20-21
The temporary Kīpahulu District closure is due to a complete road closure by Maui Department of Public Works along Hāna Highway, 1.5 miles east of the park entrance.
Partial Humpback Whale Birth Off Maui, Detailed in Scientific Publication
Underwater footage captured by author Deborah Patton’s GoPro on Feb. 3, 2020 reveal an in-process birth with two male escorts surrounding the mother in labor after approaching a whale watching boat operated by Captain Steve’s Rafting Adventures in Lahaina.
Two Endangered Nēnē Killed This Week on Maui, Struck by Cars Near Kahului Airport
A bonded pair of nēnē, a male and female, were struck and killed by cars on A‘alele Street near the Kahului Airport on Tuesday afternoon.
Nov. 18, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 226 New Cases, 7 Deaths
Today’s COVID-19 case count includes approximately 70 backlogged cases involving testing providers that recently began to provide data to DOH’s electronic lab reporting system. This reporting delay includes cases reported across the state. DOH expects additional backlogged cases to be reported in next few weeks.
Hawaiʻi’s Escape the Vape Campaign Continues with Teen Addiction Rising
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health (DOH) released a new Escape the Vape Hawai‘i ad that hits hard on the relationship between teen vaping and addiction.
Senators Schatz and Braun Introduce Build More Housing Near Transit Act
US Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Mike Braun (R-IN) today introduced the Build More Housing Near Transit Act to address America’s affordable housing shortage by offering federal benefits and encouraging local governments to build more high-density housing near transit-oriented urban spaces.
“Being Nimble and Proactive” Helps Maui Retailers Avoid Holiday Supply Chain Issues
When it comes to the fast-approaching holiday season, there will be turkeys, toys, stuffing and wine but these items will likely cost more and might not be widely available.
Two Arrests Made in Connection with Kīhei Auto Theft Investigation
Maui police made two arrests yesterday in connection with a report of auto thefts in which four vehicles were stolen from the Kīhei Auto Sales lot in South Maui on Sunday.
Maui Police Recover Multiple “Ghost Guns” While Executing Search Warrant in Wailuku
Officers with the Maui Police Department crime reduction unit and special response tactical team joined a Wailuku patrol officer in executing search warrants on a 41-year-old male resident at around 7 a.m. on Nov. 15, 2021.
Maui Youth Join in Homeless Awareness Sign Waving Event in Kahului
The Homeless Alliance organized the sign-waving event in Kahului and Lahaina to mark National Hunger & Homeless Awareness Week from Nov. 13-21. The theme of the week is “Everybody Needs A Home.”
