Earth, Wind & Fire Concert Returns to MACC After 13-Year Break
The legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire will perform at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on June 14, marking their first Maui show in 13 years. The concert coincides with a new HBO documentary about the group. Earth, Wind & Fire performs June 14 at MACC’s A&B Amphitheater with special guest John Cruz. Tickets […]
Court Slashes Attorney Fees in Lahaina Fire Settlement to Benefit Victims
Multiple news sources report that a Maui judge has dramatically reduced legal fees in the $4.03 billion Lahaina wildfire settlement. The ruling ensures fire survivors will retain significantly more of their settlement money. Hawaii Circuit Judge Peter Cahill capped attorney fees at $222 million, far below the $1 billion lawyers had requested The fee structure […]
Hawaii Visitor Spending Up 14% Despite Full Flights and Rising Complaints
April 2026 data shows visitors are spending $278 per person per day, up 14.1% from last year, even as many travelers complain about high costs and say they’re done with Hawaii. Planes remain fully booked despite widespread price concerns. Hawaii visitors spent $278 per person per day in April 2026, representing a 14.1% increase from […]
Large South Swell Expected This Weekend, Coastal Impacts Possible
A major south-southwest swell arriving Saturday night could bring High Surf Warning conditions and coastal infrastructure impacts through early next week. Current south shore surf is minimal but expected to rise to seasonal average by Tuesday. A large south-southwest swell from a New Zealand storm will arrive Saturday night with waves potentially exceeding High Surf […]
Hawaiian Airlines Ends Free Meals on Most Mainland Routes Starting July
Hawaiian Airlines will stop serving complimentary meals on most Hawaii-mainland flights starting July 1, replacing them with a paid pre-order program featuring Maui chef-designed dishes. Passengers can purchase meals ranging from $10.99-$16.99 through advance ordering. Free economy meals end July 1 on most Hawaii-continental US routes, replaced by paid pre-order system. Maui chef Sheldon Simeon […]
Red Cross Seeks Maui Volunteers for Hurricane Season Emergency Shelters
The Hawaii Red Cross is training community volunteers to run emergency shelters ahead of an expected busier hurricane season due to El Niño conditions. The program aims to have trained volunteers available in all island communities in case access roads are blocked during storms. El Niño conditions are expected to increase hurricane and storm activity […]
UH Agriculture College Showcases Community Programs at Annual Maui Fair
The University of Hawaii’s agriculture college participated in the annual Maui AgFest, sharing programs focused on local food production, youth development, and community wellness with hundreds of attendees. CTAHR connected with hundreds of community members at the 17th annual Maui AgFest on May 30. Extension agents showcased the Sage Heart wellness program promoting kitchen herb […]
Fire-Resistant Roofing Company Reports Structure Survived Lahaina Fire
Multiple sources report that Endureed, a synthetic thatch roofing manufacturer, documented that one of its commercial roof installations survived the 2023 Lahaina wildfire. The company has announced it is expanding its fire-rated roofing products to residential customers following the findings. One structure with an Endureed engineered thatch roof survived the Lahaina wildfire along Front Street, […]
Judge Cuts Attorney Fees for Wildfire Settlement, More Money for Victims
Multiple news sources report that Maui Circuit Judge Peter Cahill dramatically reduced attorney fees in the $4.03 billion wildfire settlement to $222 million, far less than the $1 billion lawyers sought. The ruling means more of the settlement money will go directly to survivors of the 2023 Lahaina fire. Judge Peter Cahill capped attorney fees […]
Maui Beach Water Quality Report Shows Pollution Concerns for Swimmers
A 2025 water quality study found nearly 27% of tested beaches across Hawaii failed health standards for bacteria over half the time, with flooding and storms worsening contamination levels. Twenty-four of 90 tested beaches across Oahu, Maui and Kauai failed state health standards for fecal bacteria more than 50% of the time. During recent Kona […]