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July 4, 2024 at 8:30 AM
2 19-year-old men arrested for illegally hunting on Oprah Winfrey's Hawaii ranch
Two 19-year-old men have been arrested after being accused of illegally hunting on Oprah Winfrey’s ranch in Hawaii, officials say.
July 4, 2024 at 8:30 AM
July 2, 2024 at 4:06 AM
2 men were arrested on public road within Oprah's Hawaii ranch. They're suspected of illegal hunting
Hawaii officials say two men arrested on a public road within Oprah Winfrey's property on the island of Maui are suspected of illegal night hunting
July 2, 2024 at 4:06 AM
June 26, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Widow of surfer killed in Hawaii shark attack speaks out
ABC News' Matt Rivers sits down with the wife and close friend of Tamayo Perry, just days after he was killed in his native Hawaii after being bitten by a shark off the waters of Oahu.
June 26, 2024 at 1:32 PM
June 25, 2024 at 1:18 AM
Former pro surfer known for riding huge Pipeline waves dies in shark attack while surfing off Oahu
A well-known Hawaii lifeguard who was killed in a shark attack on Oahu’s North Shore was a former professional surfer with acting credits to his name
June 25, 2024 at 1:18 AM
June 21, 2024 at 7:10 PM
Youth in Hawaii took on the state government over climate change. A historic settlement has emerged
Thirteen children and teens in Hawaii took the state government to court over the threat posed by climate change
June 21, 2024 at 7:10 PM
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
2 months ago
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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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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.
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Why Lahaina was once considered ‘Venice of the Pacific’
Community leader Paele Kiakona explains the history of Lahaina.
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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.
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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.
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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.
3 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.
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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.
3 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.
3 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.
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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.
3 months ago
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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.
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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.
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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.
4 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.
4 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.
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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.
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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.
4 months ago
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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.
5 months ago
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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6 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.
6 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.
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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.
6 months ago
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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.
6 months ago
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'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.
6 months ago
7 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.
7 months ago