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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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Sunrise at 7 a.m. (March 14, 2026)
Closures, power outages, and potentially dangerous conditions. There is a lot to know about as this Kona Low storm impacts our lives today and coming...
First at 4 p.m. (March 13, 2026)
The state is now feeling the full-effects of an intense, multi-day Kona Low storm. First responders are working around the clock with flash flooding p...
This Is Now (March 13, 2026)
Another first alert weather day is in in effect, as a strong Kona Low is making its presence felt across the state. For more on power outages, joining...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 13, 2026)
Closures, power outages, and potentially dangerous conditions. There is a lot to know about as this Kona Low storm impacts our lives in the coming day...
Hawaii News Now at 10 p.m. (March 12, 2026)
The state is bracing as a Kona storm moves over the state, prompting the closures of non-essential state and city offices, all state public and charte...
First at 4 p.m. (March 12, 2026)
The Kona Low is ramping up with more rainfall and stronger winds, and the most intense storm activity is still ahead of us. Kamehameha Schools has pos...
HI Now Daily (March 12, 2026)
Are you feeling lucky? If you're ready to brave the weather, we've got the deets for this Saturday's St.Patrick's Day pub crawl and some of the specia...
This Is Now (March 12, 2026)
For the third straight day, a first alert weather day is in effect as a Kona Low moves through the state. An Oahu grand jury has indicted John Nihipal...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 12, 2026)
It's a First Alert Weather Day, as we brace for another round of flooding rains and strong winds. Our team is keeping you safe through this powerful K...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 11, 2026)
The state prepares for the second round of severe weather from a kona low, which our HNN weather team expects to be more intense beginning Thursday ni...
HI Now Daily (March 11, 2026)
On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we're bracing for severe weather this weekend and learning from Department of Transportation about how to prepare....
First at 4 p.m. (March 11, 2026)
Our HNN team is tracking the storm and impacts across the state on this First Alert Weather Day. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has reopened parts of...
This Is Now (March 11, 2026)
A construction worker died and two others injured after a wall collapsed in Lanikai. The first round of severe weather passes over Kauai and Oahu. Wha...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 11, 2026)
Today is a First Alert Weather Day, as flooding rains roll through the state. These conditions are expected to persist for days. Our First Team is tra...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 10, 2026)
An Aina Haina man was arrested a day after another fire broke out at his home. Honolulu police launch an investigation into a crash that left a bicycl...
Spotlight Now: Progress on Hawaiian homes and the push to make housing affordable in Hawaii
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands is making significant progress in getting Native Hawaiian beneficiaries into housing. Chair Kali Watson says his...
First at 4 p.m. (March 10, 2026)
Emergency crews are addressing flood-prone areas before a powerful storm impacts the state. A warning for the public as lava fountains at Kilauea laun...
HI Now Daily (March 10, 2025)
On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we're finding out how one bank's small business customers can earn cash bonuses! Then, we're finding out how a len...
This Is Now (March 10, 2026)
A volcano warning is in effect as Kilauea began erupting again this morning, causing closures due to dangerous conditions. On the Garden Isle of Kauai...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 10, 2026)
Our team has declared a stretch of First Alert Weather days, as a powerful storm is set to roll into the state. When your community will see the impac...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 9, 2026)
A debate in court over bail for a work furlough inmate accused of going on a deadly stabbing spree. How long it took Honolulu firefighters to get a tw...
First at 4 p.m. (March 9, 2026)
Gov. Josh Green issues an emergency proclamation as homes and businesses still recovering from recent floods brace for another round of severe weather...
This Is Now (March 9, 2026)
The governor has issued an emergency proclamation ahead of a very wet week of weather. Iran has appointed a new Supreme Leader, the son of the late Ay...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 9, 2026)
Hawaii musicians speak out after they say they've been stiffed for pay by a promoter overseas. How much some of them say they're owed. Hawaii gas pric...
Sunrise at 7 a.m. (March 8, 2026)
Fire crews responded to a brush fire in Waimea around 9PM near mile marker two on Waimea Canyon Drive. A vehicle was seen flipped over near the Palama...
Sunrise at 7 a.m. (March 7, 2026)
Questions are being raised about Hawaii's inmate furlough program and why the state is now launching a review. A popular fast-food chain teamed up wit...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 6, 2026)
A Maui family that survived the 2023 wildfires is moving into a new home after losing all of their belongings in the tragedy. Plus, Luxury retail comp...
First at 4 p.m. (March 6, 2026)
A city-wide stabbing spree has left one woman dead and another in critical in condition. Former U.S. Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa died at age 74, a...
HI Now Daily (March 6, 2026)
On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we’re jamming in-studio with Kehlemi and getting a preview of a new song releasing this weekend. Next, we're getti...
This Is Now (March 6, 2026)
Former congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa died last night after a private battle with cancer. American forces in the Middle East are the targets of Irania...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 6, 2026)
Breaking news of a murder in McCully. Police have not made an arrest. Casey Lund will bring us the very latest live from the scene. The city continues...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 5, 2026)
A recent armed robbery in Kakaako has prompted concern among nearby residents, who say they no longer feel safe. Meanwhile, a Maui judge dismissed a f...
HI Now Daily (March 5, 2026)
On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we've got something for everyone - food, music, drinks, and shopping! Find out where a local sandwich shop known f...
First at 4 p.m. (March 5, 2026)
Hawaii leaders and residents react to the firing of U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. Kauai police arrest two fugitives wanted in conne...
This Is Now (March 5, 2026)
President Trump announced today that Kristi Noem's time as homeland security secretary will be over at the end of the month. On Maui, a judge has rule...
Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 5, 2026)
A demotion amongst the upper ranks of HPD. What a 37-year veteran of the force is accusing. Military service members are battling the government over...
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 4, 2026)
A Honolulu Police Department commander was demoted this week after being accused of sharing confidential information about a teen sexual assault victi...
First at 4 p.m. (March 4, 2026)
The government is alleging new toxic exposure in the years-long battle over the Red Hill fuel leak. Mayor Rick Blangiardi signs Bill 60, clearing a pa...
HI Now Daily (March 4, 2026)
On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we're finding out how this small business' greenery-inspired art can help transform interior spaces while also con...
This Is Now (March 4, 2026)
More U.S. bombers are arriving in the Middle East, according to the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The mother of a man accused of slashing a Honol...