The law requires people to prove they’re innocent to get paid. Even after their convictions have been set aside, no one has ...

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As temporary housing for survivors has cropped up around the island, efforts to replace permanent housing have been slowed by ...

They survived Covid. Then they escaped the Maui fire. Now some longtime island favorites are finally getting some help.

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Both the House speaker and Senate president have introduced bills to keep the Legislature meeting at least some of the time ...

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A woman is dead after an officer-involved shooting in Upcountry Maui. Maui Police said the incident began at about 3:45 p.m.

All four arrested Friday were parents who set off fireworks at the party with their children, according to police.

This week in photos features a final salute to a firefighter, a surprise announcement for a local educator, a storm's aftermath and the rebuilding of Lahaina.