Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Fast-Moving Maui Brush Fire Evacuates At Least 105 Homes
Updated: The Kahikinui fire was 80% contained as of Monday morning.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024
Maui Wildfire Debris Is On The Move Again. What Happens Next?
Maui County officials are still discussing the future use of the Olowalu site where wildfire debris is being temporarily stored.
Erin Nolan/Civil Beat/2025
Maui Takes 1st Steps Toward Restoring Historic Royal Site In Lahaina
Moku‘ula, the royal compound where Native Hawaiian nobility resided for centuries, is buried beneath the burned remnants of a ballpark. Maui County officials hope to restore the Lahaina landmark over the next several years.
Office of the Governor/2025
Hawaiʻi’s First State Fire Marshal In Decades Has A Long To-Do List
State Fire Marshal Dori Booth will work to implement changes recommended after the Lahaina wildfire.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
State Efforts To Shore Up HECO Gain Traction On Wall Street
HECO’s parent company got a boost to its credit rating after significant moves during the last legislative session to shore up the utility’s finances.
National Guard/2023
After Fumbling Fire Priorities Last Year, Hawaiʻi Lawmakers Make Amends
After the 2023 fires destroyed much of Lahaina, Hawaiʻi vowed to improve prevention measures. More than two years later, the state has finally paved the way for that to happen.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Five Troubling Findings From New Report On Hawaiʻi’s Health
University of Hawaiʻi study has followed 2,000 people since 2022. This year includes after-effects of Maui wildfires
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
For Immigrants After Lahaina Wildfire, Survival Is A ‘Daily Challenge’
A new survey shows that many immigrants are struggling with housing, jobs and stress after the 2023 fire.
AP Photo/Jennifer Sinco Kelleher/2024
Lahaina Wildfire Debris Heading To Final Central Maui Site In June
Officials say they have worked to minimize traffic and address health concerns. But a December deadline for removal looms large.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2025
Maui Fire Survivors Uprooted Again As FEMA Starts Charging Rent
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is trying to reduce the load on the island’s housing stock but the continual need to relocate is frustrating residents.