Deadly Devastation From The Lahaina Fire Was ‘Years In The Making’
The latest state report examines the reasons behind Lahaina’s destruction and the fire that fueled it.
Civil Beat Wins National Award For Maui Fire Coverage
The National Headliner contest is one of the oldest and most prestigious journalism competitions.
After Lahaina, Waianae Coast Residents Might Finally Get A Key Evacuation Route
State leaders think it’s an opportune time to make much-needed fixes to outdated transportation infrastructure at Kolekole Pass.
Hawaii Lawmakers Say They’re Ready To Bring Back A Fire Marshal’s Office
Politicians have heeded firefighters’ calls in light of the Aug. 8 wildfires, submitting draft bills to establish a fire marshal after the position was disbanded decades ago.
Kaleo Manuel Became A Cause Celebre For Maui Water. Now He’s Leaving The State Water Commission Without Saying Why
The deputy water commissioner told one state lawmaker he didn’t want to be ‘an obstacle.’ But he’s not commenting publicly.
Maui Agencies Subpoenaed After Holding Up Fire Investigation, AG Says
The AG’s office is having trouble getting information from some Maui departments.
Danny De Gracia: We Cannot Ignore Oahu’s Wildfire Risk Any Longer
New technologies are available and in use elsewhere that should be considered by the Legislature and state and local government.
Matthew Leonard: How The Hamakua Burn Of 1901 Started Hawaii’s Fire Clock
Government intervention, or the lack of it, was a contentious issue during the widely reported disaster.
Hawaii Will Be Stuck With Its Outdated Unemployment System At Least 3 More Years
The pandemic drew attention to the need to scrap the state’s 1980s-era mainframe, but it’s still around. Now, it’s hampering claims related to Lahaina.
Hawaii’s Food Banks Need Far More Funding Before The Next Disaster
A House working group has come up with a suite of recommendations, including better support for the state’s food banks.