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June 14, 2024 at 10:27 AM
Maui fire survivors upset with living conditions from FEMA's housing program
Maui wildfire survivors speaks out against living conditions in FEMA's Direct Lease Program.
June 14, 2024 at 10:27 AM
June 13, 2024 at 5:07 AM
Still homeless 10 months after Maui fire
In this edition of Maui 808, ABC News' Mireya Villarreal investigates hundreds of complaints against FEMA's housing program in Maui and speaks with residents still looking for a long-term solution.
June 13, 2024 at 5:07 AM
June 6, 2024 at 6:57 AM
Maui council opposes US Space Force plan to build new telescopes on Haleakala volcano
Local officials on the Hawaiian island of Maui have voted to oppose a U.S. military proposal to build new telescopes on the summit of Haleakala volcano
June 6, 2024 at 6:57 AM
June 4, 2024 at 12:06 AM
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts again in remote area
Kilauea started erupting early Monday in a remote area, the U.S. Geological Survey's Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported.
June 4, 2024 at 12:06 AM
June 3, 2024 at 9:45 PM
Kilauea eruption prompts red alert on Hawaii's Big Island
Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, has begun to erupt again, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
June 3, 2024 at 9:45 PM
May 27, 2024 at 4:17 PM
Active Hawaiian volcano could erupt like a 'stomp-rocket toy,' new study finds
Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, could see more of the type of 'rocket toy'-like eruptions that contributed to the severe lava flow in 2018.
May 27, 2024 at 4:17 PM
May 24, 2024 at 11:12 AM
5 years after rescue, hiker reflects on being lost in Hawaii forest for 17 days
Five years after her dramatic rescue from Maui's Makawao Forest Reserve, Amanda Eller told ABC News she's continuing to heal from the traumatic experience.
May 24, 2024 at 11:12 AM
May 23, 2024 at 9:53 PM
Hiker lost in Hawaii forest for 17 days reflects on her rescue 5 years later
Amanda Eller’s life hasn’t been the same since spending 17 days surviving in the Maui wilderness.
May 23, 2024 at 9:53 PM
1 month ago
Maui students visit another community that emerged from tragedy
A group of students whose community was devastated by the Maui wildfires were given that chance through the Tomodachi Initiative to get inspired by another community that emerged from tragedy.
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Lahaina students find hope visiting a once devastated area of Japan
Students in Lahaina visit an area of Japan that recovered from a powerful earthquake and tsunami and ABC News’ Becky Worley explains.
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With suicides rising in Hawaii, organizations try to help locals mental health
Although suicide rates may not be increasing in Maui, there seems to be a rise in mental health concerns.
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Maui faces major housing issue months after devastating wildfires
Most families are still without homes as construction permits are far from getting approved.
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Maui officials want to phase out short-term rentals
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green signed a bill into law to give counties more authority to regulate short-term vacation rentals in the aftermath of the Maui wildfires.
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2 months ago
Celebrating small businesses in Maui
GMA welcomes two Maui local business entrepreneurs as part of "Nation Small Business Week" to bring awareness and help small businesses.
2 months ago
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Why Lahaina was once considered ‘Venice of the Pacific’
Community leader Paele Kiakona explains the history of Lahaina.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Hawaii AG report details timeline, factors that contributed to deadly Maui wildfires
Hawaii Attorney General Anne Lopez released the first set of findings from an investigation into the Lahaina, Maui wildfires in 2023.
2 months ago
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Deadly Maui fire's cause and origin still unknown months later
The Maui Fire Department released its report on Tuesday about how it responded to the deadly wildfires that erupted on the Hawaiian island of Maui.
2 months ago
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Deadly accident at Honolulu cruise ship terminal
A van slammed into a group of passengers, killing a 68-year old woman and injuring 5 others. Four are in serious condition.
2 months ago
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Deadly shuttle bus crash in Hawaii
Police say a driver accidentally hit the gas pedal instead of the brakes while dropping off a group of people leaving at least one dead and 10 injured in Honolulu.
2 months ago
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Maui students find hope after wildfires through Hawaii-Japan exchange program
Students from Hawaii who were impacted by the Maui wildfires traveled to Japan to learn from the community there how residents recovered from their own disaster.
2 months ago
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Hawaii ban on short-term vacation rentals moves forward in legislature
Two bills moving through the Hawaii legislature could phase out short-term rentals as the state tries to tackle rising housing costs and homelessness.
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Maui 808: Rebuilding Lahaina
A group of students from the tight-knit community of Lahaina are getting a first-hand look at the way others have recovered after a natural disaster.
2 months ago
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Short-term rental ban moving through Hawaii legislature
State lawmakers are hoping to tackle the issues of increased homelessness and rising housing costs.
2 months ago
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Culture exchange program gives hope to students affected by the wildfires in Hawaii
Eleven students affected by the Lahaina wildfires on Maui visited Higashimatsushima, Miyagi, to witness its recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami of 2011.
2 months ago
3 months ago
Maui officials slow to hand over documents in deadly fire investigation, AG says
Seven months after wildfires ripped through Maui, investigators are finalizing a comprehensive report that is now set to be released on April 17, 2024.
3 months ago
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The women powering Maui’s recovery
During those seven months of recovery after the devastating wildfires in Maui, a group of women came together to protect the land and empower the community.
3 months ago
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Hiker rescues dog from Hawaii mountain
Sergio Florian said he could not leave the 1,000-foot peak without Stevie, who he found weak and alone.
3 months ago
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Maui's wahine take charge to help land and residents recover after wildfires
Nearly seven months after wildfires destroyed most of Maui, some of the island's longtime women residents are taking charge to ensure a better tomorrow.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Maui 808: The women powering Maui’s recovery
ABC News’ Jaclyn Lee meets with the women who are helping Maui navigate some of its biggest issues following the August fires, including protecting its environment and resolving its housing crisis.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Women creating change and recovery in Maui
Friday is International Women's Day and ABC News Live is honoring the women making a difference in Maui, months after the deadly wildfires.
3 months ago
4 months ago
Canadian tourist survives after driving off cliff in Hawaii
The driver also got swept out to sea but was rescued, officials said.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Hawaii may impose climate tourist tax
Hawaii is considering a new fee for vacationers and tourists who visit the islands. Also, Capital One is buying Discover in a major credit card merger.
4 months ago
4 months ago
New report reveals new details in police's response to Maui wildfires
Investigators said they are learning more about what happened when police were called to respond during the deadly blaze.
4 months ago
4 months ago
6 months after deadly wildfires, Maui Police Department releases review of response
ABC News’ Mola Lenghi sits down with key members of Maui Police Department to address the after-action report six months after deadly wildfire, fallout from community and their own personal tragedies.
4 months ago
4 months ago
A look at Maui 6 months after the fires
The Maui Police Department released an after-action report detailing its response to the Maui wildfires amid public criticism of its actions that day. ABC News’ Mola Lenghi reports.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Maui Strong 808: 6 months later, police review response to deadly fires
Six months after the island of Maui was ravaged by deadly wildfires, police revisit their response.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Maui police release findings of probe into response to deadly wildfires
The Maui Police Department released its after-action investigation report on Monday.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Hawaii bill would ban foreigners from buying land
The proposed bill aims to address concerns about the housing crisis in Hawaii, according to state Sen. Brenton Awa.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Maui police release 1st report after investigation into response to deadly blazes
The 98-page document paints a picture of chaos on Maui as winds from a Pacific hurricane fueled a series of fires that started throughout Aug. 8 in four different locations on the island.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Maui police release 1st report into deadly wildfires
Investigators determined a perfect storm of high winds, fast flames, low visibility, downed power lines, as well as communications problems, all complicated the response to the deadly fires in Maui.
4 months ago
5 months ago
Maui 808: New beginnings in the New Year
ABC News’ Melissa Adan reports on ways Lahaina residents who lost their homes in the Maui fires are working to move forward into the new year, as well as those who are still facing issues doing so.
5 months ago
5 months ago
Displaced Lahaina residents still in limbo
Five months after a massive fire destroyed much of western Maui, many residents are still struggling to rebuild or find affordable housing.
5 months ago
5 months ago
Families move away as hurdles for rebuilding in Maui continue
ABC News’ Melissa Adan talks to families who left Maui after last year’s deadly wildfires and some of the hurdles to getting insurance money for victims.
5 months ago
5 months ago
New beginnings following Maui wildfires
ABC News’ Melissa Adan reports on ongoing insurance claims and speaks with a family that decided to move thousands of miles away from the devastation.
5 months ago
5 months ago
'Painful': Maui wildfire survivors face mental health crisis, service providers warn
Five months after wildfires destroyed homes and lives on the island of Maui, residents and officials are sounding the alarm on an ongoing mental health crisis.
5 months ago
6 months ago
Celebrities, musicians provide instruments for Maui wildfire victims
ABC News’ Will Carr highlights two organizations that are hosting a Christmas concert on Maui to provide instruments to local kids who lost everything during the fires.
6 months ago
6 months ago
How residents in Kapalua are keeping the music alive
Four months after devastating wildfires tore through Maui, the heart of Lahaina has reopened to residents and kids were donated instruments.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Hiker in Hawaii tumbles thousands of feet down cliff
A hiker was rescued after tumbling down Ko'olau Summit Trail in Honolulu.
6 months ago
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Maui 808: Kokua and ongoing philanthropic efforts on Maui
ABC News’ Becky Worley explores kokua, which means help or assistance, and the ongoing philanthropic efforts on Maui.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Displaced Maui residents find uplifting holiday 'kokua' after wildfires
The Maui community has found ways to make the holidays feel special despite their months of despair following the wildfires.
6 months ago