Choose your location
LATEST NEWS
Missing 81-Year-Old Kahului Resident Mimmie "Mele" Hoffman Found Safe, Maui Police Department Thanks Public for Assistance
The Maui Police Department has successfully located Mimmie "Mele" Hoffman, the 81-year-old Kahului resident who had been reported missing since Tuesday, July 16, according to a recent Facebook post by Maui Police Department. The brief update, released on Wednesday, July 17, expressed the department's gratitude to the public for their assistance upon her safe return, though the circumstances of Hoffman's disappearance and the details of her discovery were not disclosed.
Stronger winds linger in the forecast
HONOLULU (KHON2) – High pressure system far north of the state will continue to drive trade winds to the region for much of the week. A trough south of the high has been hampering some of the stronger trades from reaching the islands, but that trough is expected to weaken and move to the west […]
Vendor disqualification delays Hawaii emergency management report of deadly wildfire
HONOLULU — The lone vendor selected to perform an after-action report of the Maui Emergency Management Agency’s response to the fatal Aug. 8 fires that killed 102 people and destroyed the heart of historic Lahaina town is non-compliant with state policies and unable to perform the work. “All...
Maui motorcyclist fatally injured after attempting to overtake vehicle on Pūlehu Road
A 68-year-old Kīhei man suffered fatal injuries following a motorcycle collision on Pūlehu Road Thursday afternoon. Police say the man was operating a black 2012 Harley-Davidson Switchback motorcycle and was traveling northwest on Pūlehu Road when he attempted to overtake a vehicle on a double solid yellow line. The motorcyclist lost control of the motorcycle upon failing to negotiate a left curve in the roadway and drove into bushes.
After 180 days Maui wildfire debris dumpsite shows no signs of environmental impact
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - After 180 days, the temporary dump site for Maui wildfire debris is still showing no signs of environmental impact, according to Maui County’s second quarterly report. Officials say 300,000 tons of ash and debris from nearly 1,400 Lahaina properties have been dropped off at the Olowalu...
Governor says mainland parties delaying Maui fire settlement agreement
LAHAINA (KHON2) – A Lahaina wildfire settlement is close to being finalized, that is according to Governor Josh Green. On Thursday, Bloomberg News, citing sources close to the settlement, reported Hawaiian Electric, County of Maui, State of Hawaii and Charter Communications have tentatively agreed to pay more than $4 billion dollars. In a statement on […]
New Molokai Small Business Advocate
Aloha kākou, I’m Carrie DeCoite Caparida, the new Molokai Small Business Advocate at the County of Maui, Office of Economic Development, Kuhaʻo Business Center. For those unfamiliar with our center, we’re an extension of Maui’s Office of Economic Development (OED), dedicated to empowering Molokai’s families. We are a resource for new entrepreneurs and existing business owners who needs assistance for business operations in Maui County. Our goal is to support financial independence and foster healthy, sustainable businesses within the community.
County Council adopts resolution authorizing ‘global settlement’ of wildfire lawsuits
Maui County Council members unanimously approved today a resolution authorizing a global settlement of all wildfire litigation filed against the county for wrongful deaths, injuries and property damage stemming from the Aug. 8 wildfires in Lahaina and Upcountry. West Maui Council Member Tamara Paltin said her greatest hope is that...
Maui Fire Victims Sue Insurers To Make Sure They Get Fully Paid In Any Settlement
A group of Maui wildfire victims has sued several of Hawaii’s largest insurance carriers, alleging the insurers are wrongly seeking compensation from a limited litigation settlement fund before the fire victims are fully compensated for their damages. The suit, which was filed Friday in Circuit Court on Maui, is...
Another Maui Jail Project Stalls After Underground Duct Work Is Discovered
Work on a $10 million expansion of the Maui jail has been stalled for months after a construction crew unexpectedly discovered buried conduit on the site designated for the new facility. It is the second time in recent years that a Maui jail project has become mired in long delays.
Report: Key Defendants Have Agreed To Settle Maui Wildfire Claims For $4 Billion
Hawaiian Electric Industries, the state of Hawaii, Maui County and Charter Communications have agreed to pay $4 billion to settle several hundred lawsuits filed on behalf of thousands of victims of Aug. 8’s Lahaina wildfires, Bloomberg News has reported, citing anonymous sources. But the tentative settlement hasn’t been finalized...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.