Senator Daniel K. Inouye introduced legislation yesterday that would bar ships engaged in pirate fishing operations from entering US ports and offloading their catch.

Ramon Kitaichi Madden, 2010 candidate for State House District 10, Transcript: Introduction:  Aloha West Maui voters.  My name is Ramon Kitaichi Madden, and I’m running for the state House to represent West Maui in the upcoming 2010 Primary Election.  I live, work and play in West Maui, and I’m a proud parent of a 12-year-old son... Read more »

Angus McKelvey, 2010 candidate for State House District 10, Transcript: Introduction: Hi, my name is Representative Angus McKelvey.  It’s been my honor to serve the 10th District which is West Maui, Maalaea, and two streets in North Kihei since 2006.  I was born and raised in Hawaii.  I was actually born in Honolulu, and raised and grew... Read more »

Maui Mayor Charmaine Tavares will sign a new ordinance into law today, restricting use of cell phones and mobile electronic devices while driving.  Maui becomes the last county in the state to implement such a ban.  The law allows the use of cell phones if they are operated with a hands-free device, such as Bluetooth... Read more »

By Wendy Osher A cell phone ban bill advanced out of committee today and now moves on to the full council for first and second reading.  Maui is the last county in the state to consider legislation calling for the ban on use of cell phones and other electronic devices while driving. The bill was... Read more »

Senators Shan S. Tsutsui and J. Kalani English will be holding a “Talk Story” session at Pa’ia School on Wednesday, March 24th from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. The discussion will serve as a mid-session update and opportunity for both Senators to address thoughts and concerns regarding Legislation and community projects. “This talk story session is a... Read more »

State leaders unveiled five pieces of legislation yesterday aimed at improving traffic safety on Hawai`i’s roadways.   Senator J. Kalani English and Rep. Joe Souki of Maui, joined Governor Linda Lingle and the state Department of Transportation in making the announcement.  The first piece of legislation is intended to help young motorists develop good driving... Read more »