Park Maui launches with free parking and priority access for kamaʻāina at select Kamaʻole beach parks

Hawaiian Electric recently received approval of power purchase agreements for two solar energy and battery storage projects, representing another milestone achievement in the expansion of renewable energy in Hawaiʻi.

Park Maui, a parking program to prioritize Hawai‘i residents, will launch in Kīhei at Kama‘ole Beach Parks I and III (paved lots only) starting Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a 4.5 (preliminary 4.6) magnitude earthquake reported at 8:17 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026 in the deep ocean off the Kona Coast of Hawaiʻi Island.

The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi has three qualified candidates to fill the vacant Senate District 18 seat, held by Senator Michelle Kidani, whose retirement went into effect on June 30, 2026. The Senate District 18 seat represents Mililani Town, Waipiʻo Gentry, Crestview, Waikele, a portion of Waipahu, Village Park and Royal Kunia.

The US Coast Guard has reopened the Port of Guam, following the US territory’s brush with Super Typhoon Bavi.

The Maui Division of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 142 officially endorsed Kauanoe Batangan for the Maui County Council. Batangan currently holds the Kahului residency seat on the Council, where he advocates for accountability, transparency, and equitable treatment for union workers.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is partnering with Maui United Way’s Keiki In Need for the Raising Cane’s “Stuff Da Bus” Back to School Drive and Celebration on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at its Kahului location at 176 Ho’okele Street.

Gov. Josh Green today signed four measures into law during two bill signing ceremonies that collectively reinforce Hawai‘i’s long-term investments in environmental stewardship, housing and community infrastructure. By expanding support for conservation efforts, modernizing wastewater systems and deepening resources for housing and economic development, these bills underscore a shared goal; building a stronger and more […]

Maui Ocean Center will host its annual Coral Spawning Night from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 15. Not only will guests have the chance to witness coral spawning, but they can also learn about corals during lectures, film screenings and hands-on activities.

A 57-year-old man was rescued after suffering a possible spinal injury while swimming at Baldwin Beach Park in Pāʻia on Wednesday morning.

The Maui Police Department, in coordination with a local mortuary, is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating next of kin for several deceased individuals within Maui County.

US Sen. Brian Schatz of Hawai‘i announced that the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation will receive $24 million in federal funding to rehabilitate and replace approximately six bridges within the Hāna Highway Historical District with modern, resilient structures.