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Hawaii News Now

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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.

Location:

Honolulu, HI

Description:

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.

Language:

English

Contact:

808-847-1112


Episodes
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First at 4 p.m. (June 17, 2025)

6/17/2025
A plan to shake up the Honolulu City Council's leadership draws hundreds of opponents. Plus, a new lawsuit claims State hospital leaders retaliated against a psychiatrist for speaking out about staffing issues and dangerous work conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:32

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HI Now Daily (June 17, 2025)

6/17/2025
We love a pop-up shop on HI Now Daily! Join live to see what jewelry, swimwear and other clothing is going on sale this weekend. Plus, we meet the family running a local “farmette” and get a lesson on how to make pierogis from Pelmeshki. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:16

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Spotlight Now: Rail executives share the latest on Honolulu’s Skyline

6/17/2025
Today on Spotlight Now, we’re speaking to Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation deputy executive director Mike O’Keefe and project director Vance Tsuda. Then we’re joined by City and County of Honolulu deputy director of Transportation Services Jon Nouchi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:58:02

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This Is Now (June 17, 2025)

6/17/2025
Firefighters on Maui and Oahu are still trying to contain two brushfires. The Los Angeles Rams are holding a 2-day minicamp starting today. Kyle Chinen is live in Kaanapali with the excitement. And thousands of Maui wildfire victims have begun receiving instructions on how to claim their share of the $4 billion settlement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:47

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (June 17, 2025)

6/17/2025
Maui wildfire victims have begun receiving instructions on how to claim their share of a $4 billion settlement. What you need to know to get your money. Hawaii vehicle safety inspection fees are on the rise. More on when this will go into effect and how much prices are going up. Tense moments at a meeting for a project for homeless young adults in Makaha. We'll hear from both sides this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:33

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HI Now Daily (June 16, 2025)

6/16/2025
Watch HI Now Daily to learn about free music workshops happening this week, and how you can win a pair of tickets to a festival with more than 100 craft beers and seltzers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:12

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First at 4 p.m. (June 16, 2025)

6/16/2025
Firefighters on Maui continue to fight a brush fire in Kahikinui as Maui's fire chief shares the latest details. Plus, the search for the University of Hawaii's new athletic director as ended after unanimous approval from the university's board of directors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:53

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This Is Now (June 13, 2025)

6/16/2025
The latest from Maui where firefighters continue to battle a wildfire that prompted over 100 homes to evacuate in Kahikinui. Plus, the UH Board of Regents confirmed the universities new athletic director. Federal and wildland firefighters are battling a brush fire on Schofield Barracks in Central Oahu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:54

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (June 16, 2025)

6/16/2025
We're following developing news this morning out of Maui. the latest on evacuations from the brush fire burning in Kahikinui. The UH Board of Regents is set to meet today to discuss the appointment of the university's next Athletics Director. What this could mean if he is approved. Seeing a charge you do not recognize on your account can be scary. We'll tell you how you can deal with fraud depending on what type of card you use. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:30

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Sunrise at 7 a.m. (June 15, 2025)

6/15/2025
Thousands showed up for the "No Kings" rallies throughout the state, while the masses were loud and expressive, it was, for the most part, peaceful. Meanwhile, Minnesota authorities continue their search for a man who allegedly shot two Minnesota lawmakers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:18:09

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Sunrise at 7 a.m. (June 14, 2025)

6/14/2025
A Minnesota lawmaker and her husband were shot in their home Saturday morning as law enforcement now search for the suspect. Meanwhile, on Oahu, Honolulu police are searching for a suspect in an alleged stabbing that left a man in serious condition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:39

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First at 4 p.m. (June 13, 2025)

6/14/2025
Mayhem in the Middle East, as Iran and Israel exchange strikes. How the escalating unrest is impacting military bases in Hawaii. BJ Penn is back in court after being arrested for violating his mother's temporary restraining order against him. Plus, did you get that startling emergency alert test on your phone today? An explanation from the agency that sent it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:59

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HI Now Daily (June 13, 2025)

6/13/2025
Watch today’s episode of HI Now Daily as we talk story with a poke expert to hear what he sees as the keys to a perfect dish. Plus, we’ll have a language lesson about music, all in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:17

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This Is Now (June 13, 2025)

6/13/2025
Breaking this afternoon- Iran is striking back - by firing dozens of missiles on Israel. Iran's Supreme Leader vows to retaliate against Israel's attacks. BJ Penn was arrested and charged for violating his mother's temporary restraining order against him. The UFC Hall of Famer allegedly entered the home he shares with her yesterday morning. Plus, celebrations continue for the 153rd annual King Kamehameha Day, with festivities statewide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:50

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (June 13, 2025)

6/13/2025
An effort to help the homeless population returns to a persistent hot spot. What this city triage center brings to Moiliili. Feeding Hawaii's children over the summer. We'll look at the programs aiming to keep them from going hungry. If you cut the cord you may have thought you were getting away from all those TV ads. Tough break. Our tech reporter looks at how streaming services are getting those commercials in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:08

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HI Now Daily (June 12, 2025)

6/13/2025
Get ready for a big announcement on HI Now Daily! We’re live at Ala Moana Center to reveal who will be the two new faces of Hawaiian Host AlohaMacs! Meet the finalists and see the winners announced live on today’s show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:15

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First at 4 p.m. (June 12, 2025)

6/12/2025
Breaking news explosions are being heard in Iran as Israel launches an attack, targeting Iranian nuclear sites. Three young men accused in a deadly shooting in Makaha enter their pleas in court. Lawmakers are demanding answers after a U.S. Senator is forcibly removed from a Homeland Security press conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:39

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This Is Now (June 12, 2025)

6/12/2025
Nearly 300 people are dead after a passenger plane crashed while departing an airport in India. Local police now confirm there's at least 1 survivor. Hawaii Senator Brian Schatz gave a passionate speech on the house floor after seeing the way his colleague was treated be federal agents in Los Angeles. A sharp rise in deaths connected to meth in Hawaii, the highest in five years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:51

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (June 12, 2025)

6/12/2025
Disturbing numbers this morning on drug deaths across Hawaii. The drug being seen increasingly in overdose cases. Showing the country what our state is all about. "Hawaii on the Hill" has returned to our nation's capital. We'll look at the efforts from lawmakers and local business owners to improve our local economy. Some stunning sights over at Kilauea. Take a look at the latest eruptive episode, which drew massive crowds. How high these fountains spouted, and how Kilauea is looking this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:50

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First at 4 p.m. (June 11, 2025)

6/11/2025
A small plane experiencing landing gear issues made a rough landing at Honolulu’s airport. A judge orders UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn to immediately move out of the Hilo home he shares with his mother. And on Hawaii Island, Kilauea's current episode is producing lava fountains 1,000 feet in the air! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:06