Maui News: Sources and Feeds

Maui offers a variety of ways to keep abreast of Maui news, including newspapers, TV, radio, social media and websites. Below is a list of resources and summaries of what they have to offer.  

Maui News

Hawaii has multiple newspapers that are available online and some are even distributed via postal service. The publications cover news across the Hawaiian Islands, with the Maui News newspaper being rated as one of the most comprehensive sources for news and events in Maui. The first Maui News edition was printed on February 17, 1900, with daily publications, except Saturdays. To date, it reports on statewide news with a focus on local upcoming events, job listings, lifestyle, classifieds, sports news, and area updates. For the most current news and sports information, the Maui News publishes 7 days a week, is one of the most popular media choices for both residents and travelers, and is available online as well as mail delivery.

Maui Time

If you’re in search of a news source that delivers information pertaining to Maui entertainment, culture, arts, dining and events, check out the Maui Time website, which was established in 1997. A quick subscription will send you an email of all the interesting happenings in Maui. This is also available islandwide in print at many different coffee shops and restaurants.

Maui Now

At MauiNow.com, you can find up-to-the-minute details on current news, events, traffic, weather, dining, business, sports, and more. The website is entirely focused on providing present coverage directly related to Maui. They even send out text alerts for individuals who wanted to stay ‘in the know. You can also find snorkel and surf conditions as well.

• Maui Council panel advances license plate reader bill, delays facial recognition technology measure
  September 4, 2026 by Brian Perry
  Maui County Council members voted 7-1 in committee Thursday to put safeguards how local law enforcement uses automatic license plate reader technology, but they deferred action on a second bill addressing facial recognition technology that is not yet deployed by the Maui Police Department.
• Lowell, Karina, Marie: Hawaiʻi stays alert with three hurricanes in the Pacific
  September 4, 2026 by Maui Now
  The National Hurricane Center is issuing advisories on Hurricane Karina, located well east of the Hawaiian Islands, on Hurricane Lowell, located several hundred miles south of the Hawaiian Islands, and on Hurricane Marie, located several hundred miles west-southwest of the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula.
• Special Fair Day to return Friday, Oct. 2, to Wailuku
  September 4, 2026 by Maui Now
  The Maui County Special Fair Day will return to Wailuku on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, for a private event dedicated to Maui Nui community members with intellectual and developmental disabilities, according to an announcement by Mayor Richard Bissen. Volunteers are being sought for the celebration from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at War Memorial Special […]
• Maui Surf Forecast for September 04, 2026
  September 3, 2026 by Maui Now
  Swells from Hurricane Lowell has filled in and will remain elevated above High Surf Advisory conditions through Friday. The swell will gradually veer from…
• Lowell continues on westward path as a category 4 hurricane, public advised to monitor future forecasts
  September 3, 2026 by Maui Now
  Hurricane Lowell will approach the western end of the main Hawaiian Islands late Sunday, bringing possible surf, rain, wind and flooding impacts particularly to the western portion of the state. The extent of impacts will be determined by the eventual track of Lowell, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service.

mauicounty.gov

Maui also has a great resource for news on the county’s own website. The mauicounty.gov website has a large cross-section of important news for locals and visitors alike. It’s a great way to keep up with what the county is doing and how the projects affect locals and visitors alike.

• Mayor urges USPS to preserve home mail delivery for Lahaina residents rebuilding after wildfires
  September 3, 2026
• County of Maui continues to prepare, encourages readiness ahead of hurricanes
  September 3, 2026
  County departments continue to respond to damage from TS Lala while preparing for possible impacts from hurricanes Lowell and Karina. With multiple weather systems interacting, there is more uncertainty in forecasts, NWS officials have emphasized.
• County Prosecuting Attorney announces indictment of MPD officer on multiple sexual assault counts
  September 2, 2026
• Special Fair Day to return Friday, Oct. 2, to Wailuku
  September 2, 2026
  Volunteers sought for event that celebrates community members with intellectual and development disabilities
• County of Maui officials encourage preparedness ahead of hurricanes Lowell and Karina
  September 2, 2026
  With multiple weather systems interacting, there is more uncertainty in forecasts, National Weather Service (NWS) officials emphasized.

Hawaii News Now

Comprised of K5, KHNL (NBC) and KGMB (CBS), Hawaii News Now (HNN) is the largest media organization and TV broadcasting network in all of Hawaii. It is a reliable resource for news, traffic, weather, sports, and events that are available on the nawaiinewsnow.com website, social media, and phone apps.

Lahaina News

The Lahaina News is also a great source for information about what’s happening in Lahaina Town specifically. Here you would find more local-specific news related to schools, roads, utilities, and goings on in Lahaina.

KPOA

Maui has quite a few radio stations to tune into your favorite music, where you can enjoy different genres of music including rock, country, pop, and Hawaiian music. However, if you want to tune into a station that provides the true sound of Maui as well as local news and area happenings, it would be 93.5 – KPOA. 

Akaku

Akaku is a community-based media source that gives a voice to the Maui and Molokai residents with options to produce recordings as well as gain access to Maui Community Media TV channels. Whether you’re looking for local news, classes, and events or record your own video, Akaku is a valuable resource.

Maui News Summary

There is a wide selection of Maui media resources. Whether you are searching for dining options, a schedule of activities, real-time news and weather, or want to browse jobs or real estate, these sources will help you find what you’re looking for before, during, and after your visit to Maui.