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Hawaii News Now
The podcast home of Hawaii's source for breaking news. Hawaii News Now is the state's leader for breaking news, weather alerts, traffic updates and sports headlines, plus the latest headlines on the issues that impact you and your families the most — including the global coronavirus pandemic.
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576 episodes
HI Now Daily (February 4, 2026)
On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we share how you can support your local farmers this Valentine's Day with Haus of Puas! Plus, how you can reduce t...
First at 4 p.m. (February 4, 2026)
Run-down conditions at a Honolulu apartment complex forces residents to find new housing. Witnesses describe what they believe sparked a massive fire...
This Is Now (February 4, 2026)
Ryan Routh, a former Hawaii man convicted of attempting to assassinate then-presidential candidate Donald Trump, is sentenced to prison. Hawaii lawmak...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (February 4, 2026)
A push for tougher penalties after the shooting death of a Maui police officer. The aim of a new bill is to protect the public. A state agency gets an...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (February 3, 2026)
A boat ran aground off Kihei during yesterday's gusty winds. A Hawaii native is returning home to take the top job at the Kauai police department. Als...
HI Now Daily (February 3, 2026)
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re live at Menehune Grille digging into crave-worthy new menu items you’re going to want to try. Plus, we’re ge...
First at 4 p.m. (February 3, 2026)
A proposal by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to study potential geothermal sites gets pushback. Crews are working to remove a boat that ran agr...
Spotlight Now: Green Fee Advisory Council on where $100M+ should go
On this edition of Spotlight Now, Green Fee Advisory Council members Eric Co and Dr. Chip Fletcher discuss spending priorities for the estimated $100+...
This Is Now (February 3, 2026)
A high surf warning is in effect for most north and west facing shores until tomorrow night. Authorities are asking for help from the public to help f...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (February 3, 2026)
A windy start to the week causes widespread power outages across the state—the latest on efforts to get everybody back online. Why are residents choos...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (February 2, 2026)
How to protect yourself from a new scam targeting cellphones across Hawaii. Reactions to taxpayers having to pay for a settlement in a mistaken identi...
First at 4 p.m. (February 2, 2026)
Monday is a First Alert Weather Day as a cold front brings strong winds and showers to parts of the state. How to protect yourself from a new scam tar...
HI Now Daily (January 30, 2026)
On this episode of HI Now Daily, The Lei Stand hosts a KŌLEA Sparkling Hop Water cocktail feature with Megan Godinez and Valentine’s Day Singles Speed...
HI Now Daily (February 2, 2026)
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, from a Valentine's dance for every age to Hawaii's largest breaking and hip-hop freestyle dance festival - we're b...
This Is Now (February 2, 2026)
An outbreak of chickenpox on Kauai has the state health department urging vaccinations. Authorities have new details on the search for the mother of N...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (February 2, 2026)
The latest after two trams collided at a Hawaii Island resort. Where this happened, and the reaction from the hotel. More sobering stats about the sta...
Sunrise at 7 a.m. (February 1, 2026)
The search for missing 19-year-old Matthew Packard-Asai has been suspended after human remains believed to be his were discovered in the waters off Ka...
Sunrise at 7 a.m. (January 31, 2026)
A convicted drug ring leader is now headed to prison after being sentenced for bringing large amounts of drugs into Hawaii. A chain-reaction crash in...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (January 30, 2026)
Maui wildfire survivors are waiting for a ruling from the Hawaii Supreme Court that would clear the way for the release of billions in settlement doll...
First at 4 p.m. (January 30, 2026)
Hawaii Island has a new police chief. The Hawaii County Police Commission selected interim chief Reed Mahuna, but the vote wasn't unanimous. Police id...
This is Now (January 30, 2026)
After interviewing eight candidates, the Hawaii County Police Commission has selected a new chief. Hear his message to the commission and the public....
Sunrise 5 a.m. (January 30, 2026)
The search continues this morning for a missing teen off Kauai. Candidates for the top spot in the Hawaii Police Department answer tough questions. An...
HI Now Daily (January 29, 2026)
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re uncovering a hidden gem in Waikīkī with a LIVE look at their new menu. Plus, a live in-studio cooking demo h...
First at 4 p.m. (January 29, 2026)
Crews continue to search for a young fisherman who was swept into rough waters on Kauai's North Shore. Hawaii County's police commission interviews ei...
This Is Now (January 29, 2026)
The search continues for a teen who was swept into the ocean while fishing with a friend. Senate Democrats vote to block legislation to fund the Depar...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (January 29, 2026)
Lawmakers have a new strategy as they try to determine which one of them was involved in a federal bribery case. City bus fares are going up again --...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (January 28, 2026)
Hawaii lawmakers introduce new resolutions to launch their own investigation into a legislator who accepted a $35,000 bribe. A rescue off Rabbit Islan...
First at 4 p.m. (January 28, 2026)
Lawmakers may consider changing traffic laws following Tuesday's deadly crash on the H-1 Freeway. The city council votes on a proposal to raise public...
HI Now Daily (January 28, 2026)
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re checking out a sweet farmer's market find from All That Cake Co. Plus, home design inspo at the HPM showroom...
This Is Now (January 28, 2026)
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is facing fresh criticism today following Saturday's deadly shooting in Minneapolis by Federal a...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (January 28, 2026)
A major crackdown on drugs in Hawaii County. We'll tell you how many pounds of drugs police were able to keep off the streets. Hawaii's solar power ca...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. ( January 27, 2026)
A multi-car crash on the H-1 Freeway in Aiea claims the life of a young woman. On the Big Island, authorities seize over a thousand pounds of marijuan...
Spotlight Now: Gov. Josh Green discusses immigration and health care in Hawaii
Fresh off his State of the State address, Gov. Josh Green discusses his top priorities for the 2026 legislative session. The governor covered a wide r...
First at 4 p.m. (January 27, 2026)
A crash on the H-1 Freeway kills a woman and injures six others, shutting down all eastbound lanes through the afternoon commute. A community vigil at...
HI Now Daily (January 27, 2026)
On this episode of HI Now Daily, we’ve got a special live jazz performance from New York/Tokyo artist Haru Takauchi Quartet, joined by Hawai‘i’s top j...
This Is Now (January 27, 2026)
A vigil to remember Alex Pretti, who was shot to death last Saturday in Minneapolis, took place at the Hawaii state capitol this morning. Gov. Josh Gr...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (January 27, 2026)
Governor Josh Green touts his accomplishments during his fourth State of the State address, but he also had some bad news about the budget. The City i...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (January 26, 2026)
Gov. Josh Green delivers his fourth State of the State Address, his last one before he runs for reelection. A political analyst says he played it safe...
First at 4 p.m. (January 26, 2026)
How lawmakers are responding to Gov. Josh Green's State of the State, an annual address that sets the primary agenda for the legislature. Hundreds of...
HI Now Daily (January 26, 2026)
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we're two weeks away from Valentine's Day so we're stopping by Watanabe Floral to check out what deals they've got...