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‘Voice of the CDC’ resumes publication, but experts worry about what they’re not hearing
on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Noah Berger, File) A general view shows the aftermath of a devastating wildfire in ...
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Maui eases rules to speed up Lahaina rebuilding efforts
Maui County is waiving special management rules for some Lahaina properties to speed rebuilding, though flood and historic ...
Waivers aim to streamline Lahaina rebuilding
Maui Mayor Richard Bissen announced Wednesday that the county will temporarily suspend Special Management Area rules for ...
Rebuilding of Lahaina’s historic Front Street clears major hurdle for property owners
Maui County says there are more than 600 property owners, including 100 businesses waiting to rebuild Mauka of Front Street.
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Lahaina whale-watching business back up and running following devastating fires
Maui Ocean Adventures is a woman-owned company run by two long-time boat captains in Lahaina that had only been open for two weeks when the fire destroyed the town and the fledgling business. Now, ...
Maui wildfire exposure study seeks final round of participants
Maui residents have one last chance to take part in a health study that’s tracking the long-term effects of the deadly 2023 ...
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What’s holding up the $4 billion settlement for Hawaii wildfire victims
The Hawaii Supreme Court is scheduled to hear about insurance issues tying up a potential $4 billion Maui wild fire ...
What to know about what’s tying up a $4B settlement for Hawaii wildfire victims
The Hawaii Supreme Court is scheduled to hear about insurance issues tying up a potential $4 billion Maui wild fire ...
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Olowalu, Ukumehame brace for change with state’s plan to move coastal highway inland to combat sea level rise
She’s seen the ocean waves flood the coastal roadway during king tides. She’s noticed the sand levels starting to drop near Olowalu Beach. So she understands why the State of Hawaiʻi wants to move a ...
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First climate fee bills pass initial hearing, with concerns
Gov. Josh Green’s bills to fund Hawaii’s climate change response by increasing the state’s hotel room tax and dedicating all ...
Luxury homes on Maui enjoy Hawaii’s cheapest water. The county wants to change that
The disparities, as well as the need to deal with chronic water shortages and fights over access, has led the county to a ...
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Senate bill passes to waive SMA permits for rebuilding in historic Lahaina town
Senate Bill 1296 would not require special management area permits for structures in Lahaina town if they were destroyed in ...