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Maui Fraud Risk Assessment reveals inadequate policies, identifies millions of dollars in ‘direct pay’
The report identified two key findings: inadequate anti-fraud controls and the absence of a countywide fraud complaint process. The study found $21 million in “direct pay” transactions by the Department of Water Supply that bypass standard procurement. The upcoming 2027 Audit Plan also includes a review of private jet travel provided to county employees.
14 endangered missing children safely recovered on Oʻahu during ‘Operation Shine the Light VII’
A multiagency child recovery operation conducted last week Thursday and Friday, known as “Operation Shine the Light VII,” resulted in the safe location and recovery of 14 children on Oʻahu.
Community urged to report possible keiki abuse, neglect, especially during summer
With summer break officially starting across Maui Nui, the Maui County Commission for Youth and Children is encouraging all community members who work with children and families to participate in new, statewide online training for reporting signs of possible abuse or neglect.
New Mandated Reporter Online Training Program launched statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services announced the launch of a new Mandated Reporter Online Training Program, a comprehensive and accessible resource designed to ensure that individuals required by law to report suspected abuse or neglect, have the knowledge and tools necessary to carry out this critical responsibility.
Tokuda backs bill requiring 24-hour notice of alleged abuse in military child care programs
The Military Child and Youth Program Abuse and Neglect Notification Act would codify a Department of Defense policy that was established after it became known that the Department had no requirement to notify parents in such cases.
Maui rallies for the 5th annual Men’s March Against Violence, Oct. 4
The 5th annual Maui Men’s March Against Violence is fast approaching and will take place on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kalana O Maui Building located at 200 South High St. in Wailuku. This free event invites everyone in the community—public and private sectors alike—to unite in a powerful […]
BREAKING: Corporation Counsel Patrick Wong on Administrative Leave
Wong was arrested early Saturday, March 9, by police at a residence in Wailuku. He was charged with abuse of a household member and has since posted bail.
Man in Kahului Barricade Enters Not Guilty Plea
A man involved in a barricade situation at the Harbor Lights Condominium complex in Kahului last week, will face a jury trial for multiple charges.
$100,000 Raised in Maui Benefit Concert for Steven Tyler’s Janie’s Fund
Janie’s Fund is a philanthropic initiative created by Steven Tyler in partnership w/Youth Villages to bring healing to girls who have suffered abuse & neglect