Maui News
Rotary club honors Upcountry’s Students of the Month
The Upcountry Maui Rotary Club has announced its Students of the Month for December, recognizing two high school seniors for academic achievements, leadership and community service.
12 Maui Police Department sergeants promoted to rank of lieutenant
The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of 12 sergeants to the rank of lieutenant including: Jerry Barrera, Matthew Bigoss, Kyle Bishaw-Juario, Christina Bonacorsi, Jeffrey Calibuso, Nathaniel “Chinky” Hubbard, Erik Losvar, Kamuela Mawae, Jan Pontanilla, Gregg Rowe, Aaron Souza, and James Terry. All promotions are scheduled to take effect on Jan. 16, 2026.
Update/Open: Kahekili Hwy closed near Makaʻala Drive due to motor vehicle accident
Update: (2:14 p.m., Jan. 12, 2026). The Kahekili Highway is now open in both directions.
2026 proclaimed ‘Year of Our Coastal Kuleana’
Gov. Josh Green on Friday proclaimed 2026 as the “Year of our Coastal Kuleana” at a proclamation signing ceremony.
Episode 40 of ongoing eruption at Kīlauea produces vibrant lava fountains
Episode 40 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 8:22 a.m. HST on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
XL surf rising to 35 feet on north facing shores
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning, in effect until 6 p.m. on Tuesday for the north and west facing shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and Molokaʻi, and the north facing shores of Maui.
772,288 reasons to celebrate: Visitors give back to Hawaiʻi, American Samoa national parks they love
Smaller counter donations programs in 2022 and 2023 became permanent at all Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association park store locations in March 2024; there were $100,000 in direct donations in just the last 3 months of 2025.
Fire Chief Kazuo Todd remembered for his efforts to leave the Big Island a safer, better place
In a public memorial attended by more than 200 people, Hawaiʻi County celebrated the life and legacy of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd who died unexpectedly in December at age 45.
Bipartisan effort to tackle nation’s deteriorating federal finances led by Case
The 47-member US House Problem Solvers Caucus recently released its fiscal stability framework developed by the congressman who represents Hawai‘i’s House District 1 in Washington and US Rep. Chuck Edwards.
Hot Kūpuna Nights returns to Lahaina on Jan. 17
The County of Maui Office of Recovery, in collaboration with the Hawaiian Music Perpetuation Society, is hosting Hot Kūpuna Nights on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Royal Lahaina Resort Ballroom.
Honoapiʻilani to be closed in Launiupoko for Maui Oceanfront Marathon, Jan. 18
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is advising highway users to prepare for potential traffic delays on Sunday, Jan. 18, as the Maui Oceanfront Marathon will proceed from the Shops at Wailea to Launiupoko Beach Park.
‘Forever chemicals’ may increase liver disease risk in adolescents by as much as 3-fold
A new study co-led by the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Southern California Superfund Research and Training Program for PFAS Assessment, Remediation and Prevention Center has linked certain common “forever chemicals” to a higher risk of liver disease in adolescents. These synthetic compounds, known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, may as much as triple […]
First Tee Hawaiʻi opens 2026 youth golf programs at four Maui courses
Registration is now open for First Tee – Hawaiʻi’s first programming opportunities of 2026, with youth golf classes offered at four Maui locations.
Hawaiʻi products to be showcased at 2026 Winter FancyFaire in San Diego
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism will debut the Hawai‘i Pavilion at the 2026 Winter FancyFaire taking place Jan. 11–13 at the San Diego Convention Center in California.
Rep. Tokuda votes to extend ACA tax credits for 3 years
US Rep. Jill Tokuda voted Thursday in favor of extending the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits for three years, a measure which has since passed the US House.
UH balloon mission over Antarctica seeks to decode mysteries of the universe
By tracking these signals, scientists hope to learn more about powerful events in the universe, such as black hole formation and collisions between dense stars.
Hawai‘i Cannabis Expo 2026 returns, Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2026
The Hawai‘i Cannabis Expo 2026 returns to the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall from Jan. 30 – Feb. 1, 2026. This three-day experience brings together education, wellness, entertainment, and community.
Hale Kau Kau serves record number of meals in December
Hale Kau Kau provided a record 5,785 meals in December, according to an announcement from Board President Barry Rosenfeld. The nonprofit organization served 2,419 meals on-site, a total that included its annual Christmas Day lunch. Additionally, volunteers and staff delivered 3,366 meal boxes to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities. Based at St. Theresa Church […]
Seabury Hall Performing Arts presents ‘Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr.’
The Seabury Hall Performing Arts Department proudly presents “Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr.,” a lively and heartwarming adaptation of Barbara Park’s beloved best-selling book series. This family-friendly production will take the stage for one weekend only at the ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center on the Seabury Hall campus.
OWR releases plan to strengthen peer support services statewide
The Hawaiʻi Office of Wellness and Resilience has released a new framework report that will be used to guide the development, implementation and sustainability of peer support services statewide.
