Big Island Weather: Scattered Showers and Winds Expected Through Weekend
The Big Island will see scattered showers and breezy to windy conditions through Saturday night, with the heaviest rain expected in Hilo and lighter conditions on the Kona side. Hilo areas face the wettest conditions with 90% chance of rain tonight and continued showers through Saturday night. Kona side will see lighter precipitation with mostly […]
County Opens Public Input Period for New Lahaina Recreation Facilities
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation has launched a public comment period for planned community center and field house facilities in Lahaina, as reported by multiple local news sources. The virtual open house allows residents to provide feedback on layout and programming through June 14. County launched website for public input on Lahaina […]
Hawaii DOT Releases Draft Transportation Plan for Public Comment
The Hawaii Department of Transportation has released draft long-range transportation plans for public review, addressing infrastructure investment and mobility needs across the islands. Public comments are being accepted through June 18, 2026. Draft statewide and regional transportation plans are now available for public review and comment. Plans focus on six goals including safety, system preservation, […]
UH Researchers to Share West Maui Coastal Health Findings at Public Meeting
University of Hawaii researchers will present findings on coastal ecosystem health in west Maui following the 2023 Lahaina wildfire at a community meeting on May 27. Public session on May 27 at Lahaina Civic Center will cover post-fire water quality and coral reef health. University researchers will share findings on marine resources affected by the […]
Maui’s Ka’anapali Beach Tops Hawaii Magazine’s 2026 Best Beaches List
Ka’anapali Beach on Maui’s west side was voted the top beach in Hawaii for 2026 by Hawaii Magazine readers, jumping from fifth place last year. The three-mile beach is praised for its snorkeling, whale watching, and sunset cliff jumping ceremony. Ka’anapali Beach jumped from fifth place in 2025 to become Hawaii’s number one rated beach […]
Fatal Traffic Accident Closes Honoapiʻilani Highway Near Kīhei
A 55-year-old Haʻikū woman died from injuries sustained in a May 10 head-on collision on Honoapiʻilani Highway near North Kīhei Road. This marks Maui County’s third traffic fatality of 2026. Teresa Campisi died May 17 after her vehicle crossed the median and collided head-on with another car on May 10. The crash occurred on Honoapiʻilani […]
County Seeks Public Input on Planned Lahaina Community Center and Field House
Maui County’s Parks and Recreation Department launched a website to collect community feedback on a new Lahaina community center and field house through June 14. The facilities will be located near the existing Lahaina Recreation Center complex. Public can submit feedback through June 14 on facility layout, community center uses, and field house activities via […]
Visitor Charged After Throwing Rock at Endangered Monk Seal in Lahaina
A Washington man was federally charged after throwing a rock at a Hawaiian monk seal off Lahaina. The incident has prompted calls for better visitor education about Hawaii’s endangered wildlife. Igor Lytvynchuk, 38, faces up to one year in prison and $70,000 in fines for harassing an endangered monk seal. The incident occurred in Lahaina […]
Traditional Hawaiian Voyaging Canoe Plans 2027 Japan Cultural Exchange
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will visit multiple Japanese ports from April to September 2027 as part of their Pacific voyage. The cultural exchange aims to strengthen Hawaii-Japan ties and promote ocean stewardship. The voyage will mark Hōkūleʻa’s first return to Japanese waters in 20 years. Planned stops include Okinawa, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Yokohama, Hokkaido and other ports. […]
State Legislature Cuts Funding for Wildfire Survivor Health Study
A University of Hawaii study tracking long-term health impacts on 2,000 Maui wildfire survivors faces shutdown after the state legislature failed to approve $1.5 million in funding. The study has been monitoring health conditions and connecting survivors to medical services since the August 2023 fires. The Maui Wildfire Exposure Study will shut down without $1.5 […]