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‘This is not a drill’: How quick action, pre-planning, averted catastrophe during IT outage
HONOLULU (KHON2) — It has been more than 24 hours since a faulty software update wreaked havoc around the world, grounding flights, disrupting hospitals, businesses and first responders. Some companies are still playing catch up. The impact of the CrowdStrike software update at the heart of the IT meltdown, hit Hawaii around 7 p.m. on […]
HFD responds to early morning house fire in Aiea; 6 people displaced
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Fire and police investigators spent Sunday morning on the scene of a house fire in Aiea. The fire broke out around 3:20 a.m. in a home on Hapuu Street. When firefighters arrived, the house was engulfed in flames. Witnesses say vehicles parked in front of the home...
Trade winds begin to strengthen as warm days continue
HONOLULU (KHON2) – A shallow batch of moisture that moved over the island chain today is clearing this evening, allowing a stable trade wind flow to return. The moisture was not very impressive, leading to a slight boost in windward rainfall from the Big Island to Oahu. However, the increase in shower activity was more […]
Two teens arrested for burglary in Hilo
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Two juveniles were arrested and charged with burglary and related property offenses following two incidents in Hilo on Wednesday. According to Hawai’i PD, the suspects, a 14 and 15-year-old teen, were caught on surveillance footage breaking a window at Waiakea Elementary School. They were observed removing items from an office and using […]
Lahaina schools to close on Aug. 8 for anniversary of the wildfires
Public schools in the Lahaina area will be closed on Aug. 8 to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the deadly Lahaina wildfire. The state Board of Education on Thursday voted to give students and teachers the day off to take part in activities to remember and heal from the fire.
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.
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 […]
Amended sewer service status announced for several areas of Lahaina, Maui
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management’s Wastewater Reclamation Division announced that it has amended the Sewer Service Status from “red,” which indicates a property does not currently have active sewer service, to “green,” meaning the sewer service is active for a property, in the following areas:
Webinar for Lahaina homeowners impacted by wildfire to be held July 25
Lahaina homeowners impacted by the August 2023 wildfire are encouraged to attend the County of Maui Office of Recovery’s Homeowners Webinar on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Officials will discuss topics related to rebuilding and housing including permitting, temporary structures, permanent housing, interim housing, and financial assistance...
Celebrating the Style Refresh Weekend at Ka Makana Ali‘i
Ka Makana Ali‘i is the place to be this weekend, with a Style Refresh weekend event, featuring Hawaii’s Finest and Ocean Creations. Mikey went out to Ka Makana Ali‘i to learn all about the back-to-school deals!. Ocean Creations, renowned for its handcrafted jewelry made in Hawai‘i, is...
2024 Primary Election: Key updates for Hawaii voters, Kauai ballot drop box locations
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Residents will start receiving their ballot packets for the 2024 Primary Elections from Friday onwards. It is important to note that ballot packets are only mailed to active Hawaii voters. If you have moved and have not updated your voter registration, you must do so before you can vote in this election. […]
Costly road damage from fire cleanup leaves Kula residents searching for answers
Huge potholes. Torn-up concrete. Hardly any road left. That’s how some Kula residents described their roads after the fire debris cleanup process wrapped up. Donna Waters lives on Alanuilili Place, a private, dead-end street with a handful of homes. Residents are normally responsible for road maintenance and she said the road was not built for the heavy machinery involved in the fire cleanup process.
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