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Power surge likely a contributing factor to fuel spill at Haleakalā, official expresses remorse
Brigadier General Anthony Mastalir, commander of the US Space Forces Indo-Pacific, said equipment failed in a “catastrophic way,” and said a power surge during severe weather reported last weekend, was a likely contributing factor.
Kāko’o Haleakalā calls for the removal of telescopes following diesel fuel spill on Maui
The Hawaiian rights group, Kākoʻo Haleakalā, is calling for the removal of “all telescopes” from both Haleakalā on Maui and Maunakea on Hawaiʻi Island. This comes following recent reports of a 700 gallon diesel fuel spill at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex near the summit of Haleakalā.
Mayor visits site of diesel fuel spill at Haleakalā, Air Force plans update on remediation plan
The US Pacific Air Forces is preparing to update the public on remediation plans amid criticism after 700 gallons of diesel fuel spilled at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex Sunday. Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. visited the site Thursday.
New Trial Ordered for Maui Man Arrested During Telescope Protest
The appeals court vacated Honokōhau taro farmer Keith Kauhane’s conviction and had the case remanded for a new trial.
Trial Date Set for Maui Man Who Asserts Right to Speak Hawaiian
A Maui man who asserted his right to speak Hawaiian in court instead of English, has been granted a Hawaiian language interpreter.
Demonstration: Hawaiian Man Who Refused to Speak English in Maui Court
A demonstration was held in front of the Old Wailuku Courthouse in support of a Native Hawaiian educator who refused to speak English in a Maui courtroom.
Police Force Questioned During Injury to Demonstrator at Kāko’o Haleakalā Protest
Police force has been questioned following an injury reported during an arrest of one of the demonstrators during the Kāko’o Haleakalā protest on Maui Wednesday
Kāko’o Haleakalā Protest: Police Force Questioned During Injury to Demonstrator
Six people were arrested during a Kāko’o Haleakalā demonstration in which protesters formed lines, bound together at the hands and lay on the ground as police..
Temporary Closure of Unencumbered Lands on Haleakalā During Convoy
The state DLNR today announced it will implement a temporary closure of unencumbered lands on Haleakalā during a convoy that starts today to the DKIST.
