World & Nation
Maui County has sued Hawaiian Electric Co. over the fires that razed Lahaina, saying it failed to shut off power despite the dry and windy weather.
Aug. 25, 2023
When high winds on Maui brought down power poles, the electrical wires were bare, uninsulated metal that could spark on contact with the dry grass below.
Aug. 26, 2023
Hawaiian center is first in country to integrate western medicine with ancient healing arts.
Aug. 1, 2000
Business
Alaska Airlines agrees to buy Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9-billion deal that could lead to a clash with a Biden administration wary of higher airfares.
Dec. 4, 2023
As investigators probe how the deadly Maui wildfire spread, one thing is clear: Hawaiian Electric’s right-of-way was unkempt for years despite high risk.
Sept. 27, 2023
Hawaii’s electric utility acknowledged power lines started a wildfire on Maui but faulted county firefighters for declaring the blaze contained and leaving.
Aug. 28, 2023
California
The beauty of their surroundings and the women in founders’ lives provided fodder.
July 8, 2007
Hawaiian Company to Take Big Charge: Hawaiian Electric Industries said its property-casualty insurance unit expects to pay about $145 million in Hurricane Iniki claims, forcing the parent company to take a third-quarter charge of between 62 cents and 74 cents a share.
Sept. 26, 1992
Lowell S.
Aug. 18, 1987
Music
Taylor Guitars has thrived by being different
June 12, 2011