Travel Guide Highlights Seven Hawaii Long Weekend Destinations
A travel publication features seven Hawaii destinations for weekend getaways, including Makawao on Maui and Kapaa on Kauai, highlighting local attractions and accommodations. Makawao is featured for its paniolo heritage, art galleries, and attractions like Komoda Bakery and the annual Fourth of July rodeo. The guide highlights Makawao’s outdoor activities including forest reserve trails and […]
New Fast-Charging Station Opens at Kapalua Airport on Maui
Hawaii DOT opened a new electric vehicle fast-charging facility at Kapalua Airport with four 150kW chargers available 24/7. The station is part of a federally-funded program to expand EV charging infrastructure statewide. The charging depot features four 150kW DC fast chargers with standard connector types for most electric vehicles. The facility operates around the clock […]
United Airlines Deploys AI System to Hold Flights for Connecting Passengers
United Airlines launched an AI system called ConnectionSaver that delays departing flights by a few minutes to help late connecting passengers make their flights. The system has already helped over 54,000 travelers avoid missed connections at major hub airports. The AI system analyzes real-time data to determine when it’s safe to hold departing flights for […]
Hawaiian Electric Faces Ongoing Legal Battles Over Maui Fire Liability
Hawaiian Electric continues to deal with litigation related to the Maui wildfires, highlighting ongoing legal and financial risks for the utility company. Hawaiian Electric faces continued litigation stemming from the Maui wildfire incidents. Wildfire liability laws in some Western states can hold utilities responsible for fire damage regardless of fault. Utility companies in fire-prone areas […]
Legislature Passes Bill to Speed Infrastructure Rebuilding in Lahaina
A new bill would exempt government infrastructure projects in Maui County from lengthy Special Management Area reviews, potentially speeding up critical utility and road rebuilding in fire-affected areas. HB1823 would waive SMA permit requirements for federal, state, and county infrastructure projects with minimal environmental impact. The bill addresses delays not covered by previous exemptions for […]
State Parks Plans Bathroom and Shower Upgrades at Mākena Beach
The state will propose improvements to Mākena State Park in June, including permanent restrooms, outdoor showers, and expanded parking to replace portable toilets and address safety issues. New comfort stations will replace existing portable toilets at both north and south parking lots. Outdoor showers will be added as a new amenity for beach visitors. Parking […]
Emergency Water Repairs Cut Service to 100 Upcountry Properties Friday Night
Water service was interrupted for approximately 4-5 hours starting 8:35 PM on May 23 in parts of Upcountry Maui due to emergency mainline repairs. About 100 residences in the Makawao Avenue area were affected. Emergency mainline break required 4-5 hour water service interruption starting 8:35 PM May 23. Outage affected area from Makawao Avenue to […]
HECO Begins Two-Year Utility Pole Upgrades Along Key Lahaina Highway
Hawaiian Electric started replacing wooden utility poles with steel and composite materials along Honoapi’ilani Highway in Lahaina as part of wildfire risk reduction efforts. The two-year project will focus on critical evacuation routes while underground lines remain limited due to costs. Crews are replacing 20 wooden poles with 19 stronger steel or composite poles along […]
Power Plant Closures on Maui and Big Island Delayed Due to EPA Ruling
The EPA rejected Hawaii’s plan to shut down aging power plants on Maui and Hawaii Island, forcing Hawaiian Electric to keep the Kahului generating station and others running longer than planned. The Kahului generating station will continue operating beyond its planned retirement date due to grid reliability concerns. Hawaiian Electric says delays in renewable energy […]
State Attorney General Continues Public Corruption Probe Updates
Hawaii’s Attorney General provides routine biweekly updates on an ongoing public corruption investigation involving $35,000 in transferred funds. The AG emphasizes protecting investigation integrity while working expeditiously. Special Investigation and Prosecution Division continues reviewing records, conducting interviews, and evaluating subpoenaed information. Recent media coverage has increased public interest and speculation about the investigation. Attorney General […]