State Urges Property Owners to Check Insurance Before Hurricane Season
Hawaii’s Insurance Division recommends property owners review their coverage before June 1 hurricane season begins, as El Niño conditions may increase storm activity. Standard homeowners policies typically don’t cover hurricane or flood damage. Hurricane season begins June 1 with El Niño conditions potentially increasing Pacific storm activity. Standard homeowners and rental property insurance policies do […]
Kuihelani Highway Fatal Crash Marks Second Traffic Death This Year
A 27-year-old Kahului man died after his car collided with a bus on Kuihelani Highway near East Waiko Road early Thursday morning. This is Maui County’s second traffic fatality of 2026, down from nine at the same time last year. Fatal collision occurred at 6:06 a.m. on Kuihelani Highway near East Waiko Road intersection. A […]
Washington Tourist Faces Federal Charges for Throwing Rock at Maui Monk Seal
A Washington state tourist has been arrested on federal charges after allegedly throwing a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal near Lahaina. Multiple news sources report that the incident was captured on video and has drawn widespread condemnation from officials and the public. Igor Mykhaylovych Lytvynchuk, 38, from Covington, Washington, faces federal charges […]
Maui Prep Girls Golf Team Places Fourth at State Championships
Maui Prep’s girls golf team finished fourth at the state championships, led by senior Sacha Salem who placed 14th individually. The team had won three consecutive league titles before the state tournament. Maui Prep finished fourth at the Hawaii High School Athletic Association State Championships held at Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course. Senior Sacha Salem led […]
Four Seasons Wailea Unveils Renovated Club Floor in Multi-Phase Upgrade
The Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has completed the first phase of a major property renovation with its newly renovated Club Floor, with more upgrades planned through 2026. Four Seasons Wailea debuts renovated Club Floor as first phase of comprehensive property transformation. Meyer Davis, a New York design studio, led the renovation project. Additional […]
Jackson Developer Admits to Unlawful Short-Term Rental of Worker Housing
A Jackson business owner admitted to using a deed-restricted worker apartment as an Airbnb rental, violating his 2019 contract with the town, though he denies fraudulent intent. Jeff Neishabouri admitted to short-term renting a deed-restricted apartment required for Jackson Hole workers on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. The Town of Jackson sued Neishabouri in March […]
Hawaii High Court Reviews Civil Case Delays During Criminal Proceedings
The Hawaii Supreme Court is considering when civil cases should be paused while defendants face criminal charges, in a case involving jailed defense contractor Martin Kao. The ruling could set precedent for how Hawaii courts handle overlapping civil and criminal proceedings. Former Navatek CEO Martin Kao is serving 10+ years for fraud and illegal campaign […]
County Council Reviews Revised $1.6B Budget with Infrastructure Cuts
Maui County Council will consider a $1.6 billion budget that reduces capital projects by $20 million while increasing day-to-day operations funding. The budget addresses ongoing recovery from wildfires, recent storm damage, and economic pressures from global conflicts affecting fuel costs. Council committee unanimously approved cutting $8.4 million from mayor’s budget proposal, shifting $20 million from […]
Four Seasons Wailea Launches Premium Club Floor Experience
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has opened a new Club Floor featuring 26 premium rooms with exclusive lounge access and personalized concierge services. The upgrade represents the resort’s push toward higher-end luxury accommodations in the Wailea market. Four Seasons Wailea debuts Club Floor with 26 exclusive rooms and suites offering premium amenities. New Club […]
Lahaina Named Top Hawaii Town in 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
Hawaii Magazine readers voted Lahaina as the best town in Hawaii for 2026, highlighting the community’s ongoing recovery and reopening of restaurants and businesses after the 2023 wildfires. Lahaina ranked #1 in Hawaii Magazine’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards despite ongoing recovery from 2023 wildfires. Key Lahaina restaurants like Māla Ocean Tavern, Coco Deck Kitchen + […]