Lahaina Family Counts Christmas Blessings Despite The Uncertainty Ahead
The stressors of daily life compound the challenges fire survivors are facing.
Maui Starts Building Temporary Landfill For Wildfire Ash And Debris Despite Public Concerns
The county has proposed making Olowalu the permanent site to store 400,000 cubic yards of contaminated material but the mayor will make the final decision.
Options Expanding For Displaced Maui Families Struggling To Find Housing
A philanthropic partnership led by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement is offering a direct leasing program and increased stipends for hosts.
Maui Senator: Lahaina Recovery Requires That ‘The Whole State Chips In’
Angus McKelvey lays out the proposals he’ll bring to the Legislature next session after a wildfire devastated his district.
A Devastating Wildfire Allowed This Indigenous Community To Reclaim Its Roots
Wildfires destroyed most of Greenville, California, but the rebuilding process could be a turning point for the local Maidu tribe.
Even Rubble And Ash Couldn’t Shake A Longtime Lahaina Man’s Sense Of Home
Mario Siatris makes peace with his losses and plans a new start after the Maui fires.
Kahoolawe Holds Lessons For Maui’s Environmental Recovery From The Wildfires
The severely degraded island has undergone two decades of restoration work after years of overgrazing, bombing and burning. That endeavor could help guide efforts to control runoff and replant thousands of scorched acres.
Hawaii House: Short- And Long-Term Solutions ‘Essential’ To Survival Of West Maui
A final report identifies dozens of legislative proposals to ensure that another Lahaina fire does not occur. But if one does, Hawaii will be better prepared.
Hawaii Governor Weighs Moratorium On Maui Short-Term Rentals
An emergency proclamation could be ordered next month to quickly house thousands of residents displaced by the wildfires.
Renters Fear Unintended Consequences Of Tax Breaks To Help House Maui Fire Survivors
The county incentives and federal perks are intended to ease the plight of those displaced by the disaster. But some say they’re making an already tight rental market even worse.