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Naked Maui swimmer Legend Storer charged with murder at Sands of Kahana resort
crime17 days ago

Naked Maui swimmer Legend Storer charged with murder at Sands of Kahana resort

Legend Storer, a 20-year-old naked swimmer and former college athlete, was charged with second-degree murder, burglary with a dangerous instrument and indecent exposure after he allegedly entered the Sands of Kahana resort in Lahaina, Maui, late at night and attacked security guard Michael Dyer with a five-gallon water bottle; Dyer died from his injuries, and Storer was captured about two hours later and is being held without bail, pleading not guilty. Hawaii’s law on crimes against kupuna could lead to harsher penalties.

Naked college swimmer charged in Maui security guard's death
crime17 days ago

Naked college swimmer charged in Maui security guard's death

Legend Storer, a 20-year-old Concordia University Irvine student and NCAA Division II swimmer, was arrested in Maui after allegedly assaulting and killing 63-year-old security guard Michael Dyer and fleeing naked; police say surveillance shows the attack around 1:45 a.m., and Storer was later found unclothed with abrasions; he’s charged with second-degree murder, first-degree burglary and indecent exposure and has pleaded not guilty.

Former Maui Prep champion charged in West Maui security guard's death
local17 days ago

Former Maui Prep champion charged in West Maui security guard's death

A 20-year-old Legend Storer, a former Maui Prep champion swimmer, was charged with second-degree murder, first-degree burglary, and indecent exposure after surveillance video shows him beating 63-year-old security guard Michael Dyer to death at a West Maui condo; he was found wandering naked a few hours later and remains in custody without bail, as neighbors express fear.

Kihei beach clash puts Hawaii congressional hopeful in court
politics18 days ago

Kihei beach clash puts Hawaii congressional hopeful in court

Hawaii Democratic candidate Kirill Basin appeared in Wailuku court in handcuffs on two counts of first-degree terroristic threatening tied to a Saturday Kihei Beach altercation; bail was set at $1 million. Video shows Basin in a tense confrontation where a bystander intervened after Basin allegedly swung a beach chair; another account says Basin pulled a knife, though his defense says there’s no video evidence of a weapon. Basin has prior arrests, and a mental health evaluation was recommended as the case proceeds.

Thomas Kail on Moana Live-Action: Maui’s Wig, Epic Dances and Staying True to the Story
film1 month ago

Thomas Kail on Moana Live-Action: Maui’s Wig, Epic Dances and Staying True to the Story

In Variety’s interview, Thomas Kail explains directing Disney’s Moana live-action, preserving Maui’s iconic hair and the tattoos via a skin-realistic suit, and tackling the ambitious “Where You Are” number with hundreds of dancers in stifling Hawaii heat, while framing the project as a revival-like process that honors the original story and characters and noting he doesn’t obsess over reviews.

Dwayne Johnson Laughs Off Moana Wig Memes After Testing 12 Maui Wigs
entertainment1 month ago

Dwayne Johnson Laughs Off Moana Wig Memes After Testing 12 Maui Wigs

Dwayne Johnson revealed at the Moana premiere that he went through 12 Maui wigs to nail the live-action Maui’s hair and laughed 'so fucking hard' at the memes online when the first trailer dropped; he said the memes were very funny and that Maui’s hair was a power to get right. He also discussed the live-action Moana’s approach, addressed early pushback about a reboot, and confirmed Moana 3 is in development. The live-action film hits theaters July 9, 2026.

Washington Man Charged Over Rock Attack on Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal
us-news3 months ago

Washington Man Charged Over Rock Attack on Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal

A Covington, WA man, Igor Lytvynchuk, was charged by criminal complaint on May 12, 2026, for allegedly harassing an endangered Hawaiian monk seal by throwing a large rock at her head in Maui; he was arrested near Seattle and faces up to one year in prison and fines up to $50,000 (ESA) and $20,000 (MMPA) per charge if convicted. The incident occurred May 5, 2026 in Lahaina; initial appearance is set for May 14, 2026 in the Western District of Washington. NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement is investigating, with AUSA Michael Nammar prosecuting.

Rich tourist detained after rock-throwing at Maui’s endangered monk seal
world3 months ago

Rich tourist detained after rock-throwing at Maui’s endangered monk seal

A Seattle man threw a large rock toward an endangered Hawaiian monk seal on Maui, narrowly missing the seal’s head and then told bystanders he didn’t care about the consequences because he’s rich; he was detained by authorities. Harassing or harming monk seals is illegal and can lead to fines or criminal charges. The Maui Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement is investigating and may hand findings to NOAA for possible federal action. The incident, captured on video and sparking online outrage, involves the seal named Lani and underscores wildlife protection rules on Hawaii’s beaches.

Maui man detained after alleged rock-throw at monk seal; NOAA to review
environment3 months ago

Maui man detained after alleged rock-throw at monk seal; NOAA to review

DOCARE in Maui detained a 37-year-old Seattle man after a social media post appeared to show him throwing a rock toward a Hawaiian monk seal off Lahaina; the suspect invoked his right to counsel and no charges have been filed while NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement reviews the case. Authorities warn the public to keep distance from monk seals and report violations to avoid fines under ESA/MMPA. The piece also notes a new monk seal pup at Oahu’s Kaimana Beach and ongoing safety guidelines for viewing seals.

Disney Debuts Live-Action Moana Trailer with Johnson Reprising Maui
entertainment5 months ago

Disney Debuts Live-Action Moana Trailer with Johnson Reprising Maui

Disney released a new trailer for its live‑action Moana, with Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui and Catherine Lagaʻaia starring as Moana in a reimagining directed by Thomas Kail. The preview revisits familiar moments from the animated film—Moana’s journey, Maui’s antics, Te Kā, the shiny-crab bit, and the songs including “I Am Moana (Song of the Ancestors)”—while Johnson sports a full head of flowing hair that fans noticed. The cast also includes John Tui, Frankie Adams, and Rena Owen, and the movie arrives in theaters on July 10, 2026.

Hawaii Hit by Worst Floods in 20 Years, Homes Left in Mud as Recovery Begins
weather5 months ago

Hawaii Hit by Worst Floods in 20 Years, Homes Left in Mud as Recovery Begins

Hawaii endured its worst flooding in two decades as up to four feet of rain drenched O’ahu and Maui, triggering evacuations, rescues, and extensive damage. National Guard crews helped stranded residents while thousands lost power; officials warn damages could top $1 billion, affecting airports, schools, roads, homes and a Maui hospital. Gov. Josh Green says federal aid is on the way as communities begin cleanup, with notable displacement including actor Jason Momoa, underscoring the broad human impact of a disaster revisiting a state already reeling from Maui’s recent wildfires.

Moana Live-Action Trailer Drops Dwayne Johnson’s Maui in High Spirit
entertainment5 months ago

Moana Live-Action Trailer Drops Dwayne Johnson’s Maui in High Spirit

Disney unveils the first live-action Moana trailer, revealing Dwayne Johnson in full Maui form as Catherine Laga’aia leads as Moana; Auli’i Cravalho serves as executive producer. Directed by Thomas Kail, the remake features a script by Dana Ledoux Miller and Jared Bush, with Johnson and Lin-Manuel Miranda among the producers. Music is by Mancina, Miranda and Opetaia Foa’i, and the cast includes John Tui, Frankie Adams and Rena Owen. The film is dated for a July 10 theatrical release.

Stormy weather slows HECO power restoration across Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island
local5 months ago

Stormy weather slows HECO power restoration across Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island

HECO says severe storms across Oahu, Maui County, and Hawaii Island are delaying power restoration, with roughly 114,000 customers still without power as crews repair damaged transmission lines, downed trees, and flooding; about 186,000 had already been re-energized by 5 p.m., and officials warn outages could last hours to days as terrain and safety concerns complicate repairs.