Hawaii Utility Responsible for Devastating Maui Fire Gives CEO $1.7M Raise
Hawaiian Electric's top executive received seven-figure raises 2024, despite the utility's role in the state's deadliest wildfire.
'You lost the community': Lahaina residents look for hope a year after the fires
The anniversary of the wildfires is stirring up emotions among residents as the community works to recover and find hope.
Community-led initiative seeks feedback on Lahaina’s energy priorities
As the recovery effort continues in Lahaina, one community-driven initiative is shaping its future in energy use.
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Maui Mayor Bissen shares the next stages in Lahaina's recovery
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen will give his state of the county address Friday, hoping to make clear his vision for this ...
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Vegetation removal bill cut back after concerns raised about letting utilities off the hook
Senate Bill 11 Draft 2 is aimed at preventing dry vegetation from being ignited by a downed power line in strong winds — very ...
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Restoring Lahaina power is critical to rebuilding
LAHAINA — A year and a half since the devastating Maui wildfires destroyed Lahaina town, Jeremy DelosReyes is still in a dark place. He is working through many frustrations while rebuilding his ...
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State pays first $1.5M disbursement for Lahaina fire wrongful death claim
According to Green, 23 claimants successfully completed the process to receive $1.5 million each after filing a wrongful ...
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Survey reveals slight recovery since August for Maui residents affected by fires
Temporary housing now serves fewer than half of all households affected by the August 2023 Maui wildfires, according to ...
Hawaiian Electric Execs Pocketed Huge Raises Despite $1.4B In Losses
Steering the utility from the brink of bankruptcy justified a $1.7 million raise for its CEO, the company said.
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Ho‘ōla LTRG, partners to build five homes for Lahaina wildfire survivors
The Asian Real Estate Association of America donated $30,000 to Ho‘ōla LTRG on Feb. 28 to help cover material costs for the ...
The Garden Island28d
Lahaina harbor moves toward reopening
A year and a half after Lahaina Small Boat Harbor sustained $30 million worth of damage in the Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires, full reopening is not expected until at least 2026 or 2027, and even ...