Maui News
South Kīhei Road Resurfacing to End March 6
The Maui County Department of Public Works expects to complete resurfacing a portion of South Kīhei Road by March 6 and help relieve recent traffic impacts.
Maui Firefighters Extinguish Kīhei Brush Blaze
Maui firefighters responded to reports of a brush fire in the area of Liloa Drive at Pi‘ikea Avenue in Kīhei.
169 More Bills Cross Over to Hawai‘i Senate
As the 2019 Legislative Session nears its crossover deadline, the House has passed nearly 500 bills during a productive session focused on good
Hawai‘i AG Urges Senate to Enact Measure to Curb Illegal Robocalls, Spoofing
Attorney General Clare E. Connors urged the U.S. Senate to enact the TRACED Act to curb illegal robocalls and spoofing.
Online Registration Accelerates Access to Medical Cannabis
Hawai‘i DOH’s new online registration accelerates access to medical cannabis for residents and enables qualified out-of-state patients to register and buy medical cannabis.
MFD Extinguishes Kula House Fire
Maui firefighters were called to reports of a house fire on Ho‘opalua Drive in Kula at 12:34 a.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
21 Attorneys General Challenge New Title X Restrictions
Hawai‘i Attorney General Connors joined a coalition of 21 state attorneys general in filing a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a new Title X “Gag Rule.”
Alaska Airlines Launches 3-Day Sale on Hawai‘i Flights
Alaska Airlines is launching a 3-day sale today, giving sun seekers the perfect excuse to book that well-deserved vacation to Hawai‘i.
Waihe‘e-Waiehu Rated Most Affordable Communities in State
A financial technology company ranks the Waihe‘e-Waiehu area on Maui as the most affordable place to live in Hawai‘i.
VIDEO: DOH Provides Med Cannabis Patient Registry Program Information
The Hawai‘i Department of Health will hold a news conference providing details on major new developments in the state’s medical cannabis patient registry program.
Live Fire Training to Be Held at Kahului Airport
The Kahului Airport Fire Station will conduct live fire training beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
Senators Introduce Legislation to Combat Veteran Suicide Crisis
The legislation would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to improve oversight and evaluation of its suicide prevention media outreach campaigns.
Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Tax Wall Street
The Wall Street Tax Act addresses the disconnect between the financial system and the real economy by reducing unproductive and speculative trading.
UPDATE: Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Kīhei Building
American Red Cross volunteers responded to a residential fire in Kihei that caused minor damage to a residential building on Monday, March 4, 2019.
High Surf Advisory in Effect for East-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf Advisory, which is in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday, March 7, 2019.
Small Craft Advisory in Effect Until March 6 AM
A Small Craft Advisory has been issued for Maui County’s leeward and windward waters, which is in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2019.
Lawmakers Urge Passage of Supplemental Disaster Relief Legislation
Sens. Mazie Hirono and Kamala Harris led nine other senators in urging the bipartisan leadership of the Senate and House to pass disaster supplemental legislation.
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Car in Wailea
A Motor Vehicle Collision occurred on Wailea Alanui Drive just north of Malukai Lane in Wailea on Monday, March 4, 2019, at about 12:15 a.m.
Price Comparison: Southwest Airlines Hawai‘i Ticket Prices vs. Competitors
With Southwest Airlines’ opening of ticket sales today, Maui Now put together a few price comparisons on Southwest’s new Hawai‘i routes. This unofficial survey takes the lowest price offering from the airlines’ respective websites, although it does not factor in baggage fees or fare limitations.
UPDATE: Maui Crime Feb. 24–March 2, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to five burglaries, 14 vehicle thefts and 12 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven-day period from Feb. 24 to March 2, 2019.
