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May 9, 2024 at 7:04 PM
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.
May 9, 2024 at 7:04 PM
May 8, 2024 at 4:16 PM
Maui faces major housing issue months after devastating wildfires
Most families are still without homes as construction permits are far from getting approved.
May 8, 2024 at 4:16 PM
May 3, 2024 at 12:40 AM
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.
May 3, 2024 at 12:40 AM
April 27, 2024 at 3:58 PM
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.
April 27, 2024 at 3:58 PM
April 23, 2024 at 9:49 PM
Why Lahaina was once considered ‘Venice of the Pacific’
Community leader Paele Kiakona explains the history of Lahaina.
April 23, 2024 at 9:49 PM
April 17, 2024 at 9:34 PM
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.
April 17, 2024 at 9:34 PM
April 16, 2024 at 9:44 PM
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.
April 16, 2024 at 9:44 PM
1 month ago
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2 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.
2 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.
2 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.
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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.
2 months ago
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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.
2 months ago
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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.
2 months ago
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Canadian tourist survives after driving off cliff in Hawaii
The driver also got swept out to sea but was rescued, officials said.
2 months ago
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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.
3 months ago
3 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.
3 months ago
3 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.
3 months ago
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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.
3 months ago
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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.
3 months ago
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Maui police release findings of probe into response to deadly wildfires
The Maui Police Department released its after-action investigation report on Monday.
3 months ago
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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.
3 months ago
3 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.
3 months ago
3 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.
3 months ago
4 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.
4 months ago
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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.
4 months ago
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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.
4 months ago
4 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.
4 months ago
4 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.
4 months ago
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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.
5 months ago
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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.
5 months ago
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Hiker in Hawaii tumbles thousands of feet down cliff
A hiker was rescued after tumbling down Ko'olau Summit Trail in Honolulu.
5 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.
5 months ago
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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.
5 months ago
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Maui 808: How worldwide help for families is bringing joy to the holidays after fires
ABC News' Rebecca Worley goes to Lahaina, Maui, where help for families from around the world is pouring in just in time for the holidays.
5 months ago
5 months ago
Residents of Maui continue to heal from deadly wildfires
ABC News' Becky Worley joins from Maui to discuss how victims of the fires are still displaced and struggling as Christmas approaches.
5 months ago
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Checking in on Maui months after deadly fire
ABC News' Becky Worley has the latest on the recovery and how this Christmas season will be unlike any other on the island.
5 months ago
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Native Hawaiians fight to take control of Maui's water rights amid wildfire cleanup
A battle is brewing in Maui over one of the most essential resources for human survival: water.
5 months ago
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Maui Strong: How to support wildfire relief efforts
To help drive donations for wildfire relief efforts on Maui, "Good Morning America" is highlighting how you can help support.
5 months ago
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Maui mayor targets short-term rentals, timeshares to address housing crisis
A bill was introduced to incentivize owners of short-term rentals, timeshares and non-owner-occupied housing to use their units as temporary housing after the wildfires.
5 months ago
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Key Maui departments subpoenaed amid wildfire probe
Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez has subpoenaed major Maui county agencies in connection with the deadly August wildfire.
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6 months ago
Helping kids cope in Maui
ABC News’ Danny New spoke with the couple who organized a group helping children affected by the wildfires in Maui.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Maui 808 initiative
GMA takes us into Maui's burn zone with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers three months after the wildfires that devastated the town of Lahaina.
6 months ago
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Maui wildfire victims' families, survivors could get $1M each from state
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green has announced a new recovery fund which will set aside more than $150 million for the victims of the Maui wildfires on Aug. 8.
6 months ago