This Hawaii Super PAC Says It’s Raising Money For Wildfire Victims — And Political Candidates Too
Money raised for direct relief could end up being used for political candidates and activities.
West Maui May Reopen To Tourism On Oct. 8 As Economic Slowdown Predicted
The Hawaii governor also plans to distribute $1,200 to each adult affected by the Lahaina blaze.
‘The Lives We Lost’ Tells A Different Story About The People Who Died In Lahaina
Most of the stories about the people who perished in the Aug. 8 fire have focused on the circumstances of their death. We want to write about their lives.
Economic Shocks From Wildfires Reverberate Across Maui
Local businesses struggle to cope as visitor spending drops $15 million per day, economists say.
Investors Sue Hawaiian Electric For ‘Misleading’ Them About Potential Liability For Wildfire
The latest suit targets top HEI leaders who said they believed the company had addressed environmental conditions in the field.
Lahaina’s Large Immigrant Community Is Facing A Unique Struggle In The Fire’s Aftermath
Losing important documents is a real problem while fear and mistrust of government agencies has inhibited some from seeking aid, experts say.
Lahaina Fire Survivors Struggle To Put Lives Back Together
A steady stream of cars rolled into the devastated seaside town after authorities reopened access just before sunrise on Wednesday
A State Official Refused To Release Water For West Maui Fires Until It Was Too Late
The fight over water is nothing new on Maui. But the impact on the county’s ability to battle fires is coming clear.
Maui Faces Millions In Lost Revenue From Property That May No Longer Exist
Property tax payments are due on Aug. 21 but county officials haven’t said what their plan is for residents and businesses whose property is gone.
HECO’s Fire Response Plan Lacked A Critical Step: Shutting Down Power
The Hawaii utility has acknowledged the growing danger of wildfires and made some changes. But lawsuits are already pointing to the live power lines as a cause in Maui.