But when Maui County launched a program last week to give fire survivors like her up to $600,000 to buy a new home, it seemed for the first time that a home of her own could become a reality. “I think it’s given people that hope that

Suzanne O is one of only two female officers killed by gunfire in Hawaiʻi in many years and the first on-duty officer on Maui in decades.

Maui entrepreneurs Katy Kahele Tsark of Maui Cocktail Kits, Claudia Bustamente of Koko Val, and Janice Leilani Lafontaine of Farm to Fudge Maui showcased their products on HNN’s Sunrise.

“This research provides an important lens into the real decisions faced by Maui residents in the months after the fires,” said Jade Moreno, Principal Researcher with the Maui Housing Hui, “By combining academic analysis with community dialogue, we aim to advance housing solutions that reflect the needs and priorities of our people.”

Mia Palacio felt like she lost a piece of herself after wildfires destroyed much of her hometown of Lahaina in 2023. Palacio struggled to deal with the grief of losing her town and home. She isolated herself from her loved ones and often felt angry — that her family didn’t have a permanent place to

Of the more than 2,000 homes destroyed in the wildfires, only 50 have been rebuilt. Meanwhile, mental health has become its own crisis.

Today: Partly sunny with chance of showers in the morning, then mostly sunny with slight chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs around 67 at the visitor center to around 69 at the summit. East winds up to 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

Join us on our 8-day trip to Maui, Hawaii, where we explore highlights including the famous Road to Hana, picturesque hikes, delicious food, and beautiful beaches.