6 Books to Champion Maui Authors and Stories
Read these stories of Maui to find comfort in the aftermath of the Lahaina wildfires and honor the island culture.
News Archive
Livestream: Kīpuni Aloha no Maui
We joined hands across Hawai‘i on Sept. 1 for a statewide day-long vigil for Maui.
Meet the Conservation Champions at the Trust for Public Land
The Trust for Public Land is hoping to complete its 50th project this year to celebrate 50 years in the 50th state.
What You Need to Know About Hana Hou Festival
We talked to co-producer and headliner Jake Shimabukuro about what to expect from the inaugural musical festival raising funds for Maui fire relief efforts.
Hawai‘i Private Schools Offer Tuition-Free Education for Displaced Maui Students
Many independent schools across the state are taking in new students affected by the recent wildfires, with some waiving tuition for at least a year.
How Can You Tell If a GoFundMe Fundraiser Is Legitimate?
We checked out GoFundMe’s vetting process and new hub for verified Maui wildfire disaster fundraisers and got tips for spotting red flags.
Maui Fires and Climate Change: Will They Raise Insurance Rates in Hawai‘i?
As natural disasters become more prevalent, a local insurance executive answers questions about what homeowners can expect and how they can protect their property.
Latest on the Maui Wildfires
Here are the latest developments and safety information you need to know about the ongoing wildfires on Maui.
Dear Lahaina Restaurants, Bars, Snack Shops and Food Trucks
From the depths of shock and grief, you’ve been thanking everyone for their support. Now it’s our turn to thank you.
What’s With the Underwhelming Military Response on Maui?
U.S. forces historically have had a commanding presence in the aftermath of natural disasters, but many are wondering, “Why not in Lahaina?”
How Do We Talk to Children About the Maui Wildfires?
The recent tragedy is a lot for keiki to grasp. Here are some tips from educators and experts on how to start this hard conversation with kids.
An Ode to Lahaina’s Beer Scene
Maui lost two breweries. Now a third is organizing 650 others around the world in a massive fundraiser for survivors.
Is the Water on Maui Safe After the Fires?
Maui County officials are urging residents to avoid using tap water for drinking, ice-making, brushing teeth, bathing and food preparation.
The Many Ways Honolulu Showed Up to Support Maui
From bento and bake sales to shopping made-in-Maui goods and dining out, we can all support Maui wildfire relief efforts in our own way.
Watch: Maui Ola Livestream at 6 p.m. Tonight
100% of Maui Ola proceeds will be distributed directly to Maui communities.
Long Reads
Identical twin brothers Eran and Asaf Ganot are successful in athletics and in fashion.
“Moana” twin writer team tailored “The Descendants” star a punishing new role that included 14-hour days filming in the ocean off Fiji. But she does romance dreamboat Sam Claflin in a film based on a castaway’s tale that thrilled Hawai‘i in 1983.