#Politics
Maui County voters to decide 8 charter amendments, 2 state constitutional amendments. What would the changes mean?
One major change would eliminate a panel that was created to fill vacancies in volunteer boards and commissions but has been struggling with quorum itself.
15 days to election: How do mayoral candidates compare on Maui County’s challenging issues?
Incumbent Mayor Richard Bissen and County Council Vice Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura both say they would prioritize housing, affordability and keeping locals from moving away, but they differ on how.
‘October surprise’ allegations could tighten Maui County’s mayoral showdown
Incumbent Richard Bissen appeared to be in the driver’s seat for reelection after a decisive victory in the primary, but allegations by the police chief that BIssen was the target of two criminal investigations could make the race much tighter against Maui County Council Vice Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura.
Maui County’s top prosecutor denies police chief’s claims that mayor is under criminal investigation
The dispute between the police chief and Bissen’s administration is growing with less than a month before the mayor defends his seat in the general election.
Bissen, Sugimura each raise $100,000 in July for mayoral campaigns ahead of upcoming primary
Both campaigns are spending heavily on advertising as they jockey for the top spot at the ballot box on Aug. 8.
Spending reports in Maui County mayor’s race show Sugimura leading Bissen in fundraising
Both campaigns are well funded and spending big in the lead-up to the Aug. 8 primary election, although Sugimura has a much bigger war chest left with the general election on Nov. 3.
Maui County asks court to dismiss former chief of staff’s lawsuit; trial possible as election looms
Saying they were not notified of key updates in the case, a Maui County Council committee passed a resolution that would require all settlement offers in the lawsuit to be sent to the council for review and approval.
‘A lot at stake for West Maui’: Three longtime residents face off in Aug. 8 Democratic primary
A chef, a high school teacher and a business advocate are competing in a primary for the House District 14 seat that is wide open after incumbent Rep. Elle Cochran switched parties.
Mayor Bissen says former chief of staff’s lawsuit is politically motivated as he seeks reelection
The incumbent mayor is contending with a lawsuit and a slate of challengers as he defends his first term, with one political analyst calling it “probably the most interesting race this election cycle.”
Prominent kalo farmer Bobby Pahia to run for Maui County Council seat in race that could impact power balance
Bobby Pahia hopes to fill the seat that will be vacated by Yuki Lei Sugimura as she launches a bid for mayor.
White Explains Intent of Bill Seeking Authority to Fire Members’ Staff
Testifiers called the legislation “unfair,” “bullying,” and “discriminating.” Opponents said such power would give the chair and those in the majority…
Lingle Endorsed by Police Union
Today, former governor Lingle visited the State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers’ Maui Chapter to accept their endorsement of her bid for the US Senate.
Hirono: Majority’s Gift to Hawaii Is Tax Increase
Congressman Hirono issued a statement today saying that the US House Majority has thrown out the bipartisan agreement to extend the payroll tax cut and unemployment benefits.
Attorney Guzman Running for Pontanilla’s Council Seat
Don Guzman has announced his candidacy for the Maui County Council residency seat of Kahului today.
US Senate Candidate Lingle to Speak to Maui Chamber
Hot on the heels of her senate candidacy announcement, former Republican governor Linda Lingle will speak to the Maui Chamber of Commerce.
Ed Case Opening Maui Campaign Headquarters
Continuing his statewide Senate campaign kickoff, Ed Case will open his Maui headquarters on Friday, August 26th in Wailuku.
Primary contestant opts out of Maui mayoral endorsement
Former Mayoral Candidate Chris Hart says he will remain neutral, refraining from endorsing either of the remaining two candidates in the race for Mayor. The announcement was made this morning during an interview with Pacific Radio Group. “Recently I was invited to meet with Charmaine Tavares and also with Alan Arakawa, and we discussed the […]