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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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Sunrise 7 a.m. (Jan. 25, 2024)

1/25/2025
Happening on Saturday, a final salute for Jeffrey Fiala, The Honolulu Fire Department is set to honor his life and service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:18:40

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HI Now Daily (January 24, 2025)

1/24/2025
Comedian and actor Jimmy O. Yang is in our studio to talk about his Big and Tall tour, and we have a surprise for him from one of his favorite places in Hawaii. Plus, we’re sampling a Japanese breakfast buffet with a local discount. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:12

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First at 4 p.m. (Jan. 24, 2025)

1/24/2025
A debate over surveillance footage surrounds a murder retrial, plus tragic development in the case of two missing teens on Oahu’s North Shore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:14

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This Is Now (Jan. 24, 2025)

1/24/2025
A tragic development in the case of two missing teens on Oahu’s North Shore, plus President Trump considers "getting rid of FEMA" on a visit to North Carolina. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:41

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (Jan. 24, 2025)

1/24/2025
Developing this morning. An attempted murder investigation is underway in Kalihi following a shooting. What we know at this hour. Demands for clarity. Over 2 months since announcing his retirement we still don't know exactly when Kauai's Police chief will step down. Why one group is calling the situation 'absurd'. Our 'Exploring Taiwan' series continues this morning. We'll explore the country's most powerful industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:49

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First at 4 p.m. (Jan. 23, 2025)

1/24/2025
The local sports community is mourning the loss of a broadcasting veteran. Long time radio announcer Don Robbs died this morning at the age of 88. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:56

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This Is Now (Jan. 23, 2025)

1/23/2025
Honolulu Police now say that remains found last night on Oahu's North Shore are not human. They were found on the shoreline at Ehukai Beach just before 6 p.m. yesterday. The discovery comes four days after human remains were also recovered from Ke Iki beach, only 200 yards away. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:47

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (Jan. 23, 2025)

1/23/2025
Possible human remains discovered on Oahu's North Shore. The next steps for investigators. The brothers wrongfully convicted of killing Dana Ireland have filed a federal lawsuit. Who they're now targeting with the accusations. Have you had trouble finding eggs in stores? You aren't alone. What's causing the local shortage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:22

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First at 4 p.m. (Jan. 22, 2025)

1/22/2025
First at Four, President Trump slashes diversity initiatives and practices, Native Hawaiian leaders worry their programs will be on the chopping block next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:27

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HI Now Daily (January 22, 2025)

1/22/2025
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily we’re learning why colonies of bees have been moved to the North Shore and where you can get a taste of the honey they’re producing. Plus, we’ll meet the captain of Hawaii’s snow and ice carving team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:24

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This is Now (Jan. 22, 2025)

1/22/2025
Honolulu police have made an arrest in a nearly 50-year-old cold case murder investigation. On March 21, 1977, at around 7:30 a.m., the body of Dawn Momohara was discovered on the second floor of a building at McKinley High School. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:28

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (Jan. 22, 2025)

1/22/2025
"The state of our state is strong." That was the message from Governor Josh Green in his annual address. The areas he'll be focusing on in the year ahead. It's been over 2 years since a major fireworks bust at an Oahu jail. We follow up to see if there are any new leads in the case. A webinar is being held today to provide Maui residents an update to recovery efforts in Lahaina. We'll tell you the topics set to be discussed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:52

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First At 4 p.m. (1/21/2025)

1/21/2025
First at Four, a new murder trial begins for the East Honolulu man accused of killing his wife's alleged lover. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:09

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HI Now Daily (January 21, 2025)

1/21/2025
Love is in the air on today’s episode of HI Now Daily! See how you can treat your loved ones, support local and get it all without leaving your car. Plus, local singer and songwriter Rickey Kamai delivers a live studio performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:28

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Spotlight Now (1/21/2025)

1/21/2025
Today on Spotlight Now, we sit down with Honolulu Police Chief Joe Logan and Maj. Mike Lambert, the governor’s nominee to become the next director of the state Department of Law Enforcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:54:21

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This is Now (Jan. 21, 2025)

1/21/2025
Gov. Josh Green delivered his third State of the State address to a joint session of the Hawaii State Legislature on Tuesday. One of Green’s top issues is addressing Hawaii’s high cost of living. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:28

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (Jan. 21, 2025)

1/21/2025
The state of our state. Governor Josh Green will address the public this morning to identify his priorities in the coming year.. When and where you can watch. A change for Hawaiian Airlines. The route that will have passengers on a newer, quieter jet. More than 4-thousand Taiwanese-Americans are estimated to live here in Hawaii. We'll take a deeper look at their culture in a new Hawaii News Now series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:31

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First at 4 p.m. (Jan. 20, 2025)

1/20/2025
First at Four, time is ticking in the desperate search for two teens who went missing on Oahu's North Shore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:46

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This is Now (Jan. 20, 2025)

1/20/2025
The multi-agency search for two teens who went missing on Oahu’s North Shore is entering its third day Monday, and authorities are also asking the public to keep an eye out for the pair. The search for 17-year-old Samantha Chun and 18-year-old Joseph “Joey” Fujioka will resume at first light Monday. Chun is described as 5-foot-3, weighing 125 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:21

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (Jan. 20, 2025)

1/20/2025
The search for 2 missing teens continue. As Day 2 of the search came up empty, we'll tell you what we know so far. Today is Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. As we take a live look at D.C. we'll discuss what we can expect within the first days of Trump's presidency a bit later in the show. Hawaiian Airlines has more details on potential layoffs. Howard Dicus will discuss this and more in your latest business news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:54