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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.

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Honolulu, HI

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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.

Language:

English

Contact:

808-847-1112


Episodes
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This Is Now (June 5, 2025)

6/5/2025
It's sentencing day for the Schofield soldier who confessed to killing his pregnant wife and unborn child. The disturbing details we've learned about her final moments. The University of Hawaii Manoa is one step closer to naming its next Athletics Director. What program the top candidate would transfer from. After months of debate, the Honolulu City Council has agreed to raise sewer rates over a six-year period. What this means for people who use more water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:53

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

6/5/2025
After months of debate, the Honolulu City Council has agreed to raising sewer rates over a slightly different timeline than originally proposed. How this narrowly passed and what this entails for Oahu residents. Two attorneys and a businessman have been found guilty in an affordable housing scam on Hawaii Island. We'll tell you the details of their scam as well as how long they could potentially be behind bars. Public health advocates are urging the Governor to stop plans for a new billion-dollar jail and instead divert those funds. You'll hear from both sides on this issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:03

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

6/4/2025
The Honolulu Police Commission meets for the first time since Chief Joe Logan's surprise resignation. A gruesome confession in court as a Schofield soldier admits to killing his pregnant wife. And 20 people are recovering from injuries after a crash involving a city bus on the H-1 Freeway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:39

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This Is Now (June 4, 2025)

6/4/2025
Police are investigating what led up to a crash on the H-1 Freeway between a city bus and a pick up truck that shut down several eastbound lanes by the airport during the morning commute. Hawaii County Police Chief Ben Moszkowicz has written a letter to his colleagues, saying he's leaving to take over as Honolulu's interim police chief. But it's not a done deal. A company's proposal to build a gondola and zip line on Oahu's North Shore causes community members to try to protect the hillside's ancient farming sites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:47

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (June 4, 2025)

6/4/2025
A memo making waves in the search for a new police chief in Honolulu. What the mayor's pick said to his current department. We now have footage of a three car pile up that left a Kona woman with life-altering injuries. HNN Investigates takes a look further into this crash and why we still don't have answers. More housing for Maui. It's an prominent issue addressed in a proposed budget that just cleared the county council. The projects that could see an influx of funding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:24

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First Alert Hurricane Season 2025

6/4/2025
With another hurricane season upon us, now is the time to get ready, starting with your ‘ohana and your community. What are emergency officials doing differently to better guard our islands when disasters strike, and how are they better prepared? In this Hawaii News Now special, we want to keep you and your family safe, and show you how you can be better prepared for the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:35

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First at 4 p.m. (June 3, 2025)

6/3/2025
A day after Joe Logan's sudden decision to step down as HPD Chief, a former police commissioner is blasting the mayor's handling of the process. Our first look at the three young men accused of a deadly shooting in Makaha, as court documents reveal what led up to the alleged murder. A Kaimuki resident found a slithering surprise in his backyard. Where agriculture inspectors think the snake came from. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:33

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Spotlight Now: Gov. Green and state comptroller Keith Regan

6/3/2025
On today’s episode of Spotlight Now, we’re joined by Gov. Josh Green to go over the bills he plans to veto from this past legislative session. Then we interview Keith Regan, state comptroller and head of Hawaii’s Department of Accounting and General Services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:56:20

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This Is Now (June 3, 2025)

6/3/2025
Hokulea and Hikianalia are on their way to Tahiti, ready to restart their Moananuiakea pacific-wide voyage. And a seismic leadership shakeup at the Honolulu Police Department: Chief Joe Logan is resigning after three years on the job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:49

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (June 3, 2025)

6/3/2025
HPD Chief Joe Logan has submitted his resignation, effective June 30th. We have the reaction to show you this morning.. as this shakes things up for the police department. After another weather delay the crews of Hokulea and Hikianalia plan to re-launch their voyage today. We'll give you more details about how you can participate a bit later in the morning. Hollywood has been the center of tv and film production for decades. Why there's growing concern about the industry's survival in California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:31

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First at 4 p.m. (June 2, 2025)

6/2/2025
The Honolulu Police Department experienced a seismic shift in command as Police Chief Arthur “Joe” Logan announced his retirement less than three years after he was named to lead the department. Plus, Gov. Josh Green appointed the state's first fire marshal in nearly 50 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:22

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HI Now Daily (June 2, 2025)

6/2/2025
Watch today’s episode of HI Now Daily to hear a live performance from Disney Stars from Lilo & Stich and Moana 2! Plus, a smash burger special you gotta get before it’s gone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:07

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This is Now (June 2, 2025)

6/2/2025
We're in Hilo where Hokulea and Hikianalia remain dockside; their departure to French Polynesia delayed due to weather. Plus four men, all 20 and younger, were arrested over the weekend in connection with a deadly shooting in Makaha. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:51

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (June 2, 2025)

6/2/2025
Opponents of the Thirty Meter Telescope are claiming victory. Why they aren't out of the woods just yet. A delay in Hokulea's departure from Hilo. When Hokulea has now scheduled to set sail. President Trump's multi-trillion dollar tax and spending package is being considered this week. What one local tax expert says about potential impacts here at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:18:54

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Sunrise at 7 a.m. (June 1, 2025)

6/1/2025
Honolulu police arrested four men in connection with a deadly shooting in Makaha Wednesday night. Plus, dozens of concerned community members spent yesterday sprucing up a long-neglected cemetery in Pearl City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:42

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Sunrise at 7 a.m. (May 31, 2025)

5/31/2025
A motorcyclist is in critical condition after a crash Friday night along Kamehameha Highway in the Kahaluu area. Plus, former MMA fighter BJ Penn has asked a judge to withdraw an arrest warrant against him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:15:40

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HI Now Daily (May 30, 2025)

5/30/2025
Bounce with us on today's episode of HI Now Daily! Join us for a peek into a bounce class from Kauai-based fitness studio and find out when you should go in-person or online. Plus, need a date idea? Find out where you can find this gallery to view contemporary and historical art pieces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:13

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This is Now (May 30, 2025)

5/30/2025
President Trump is thanking Elon Musk for his work in the administration. What's next for the Department of Government Efficiency in his wake. After MMA legend BJ Penn was arrested, some of his biggest supporters are among those asking him to get help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:38

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (May 30, 2025)

5/30/2025
Kahuku students and their parents took to the streets, saying they need new school leadership. The events that led up to them speaking up. Violent video from inside the walls of OCCC. It's just a snapshot of what advocates are calling a system in crisis. What they say is at the root of the rising tensions. Looking for something for your child to do this summer? We'll tell you how they could be eligible for a free membership at the YMCA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:12

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First at 4 p.m. (May 29, 2025)

5/29/2025
"I was like, 'Oh my God, I think we need to make sure all our doors are locked." Reaction from the West Oahu community following a deadly shooting in Makaha. A plea agreement for a Schofield soldier accused of killing his pregnant wife. Calls for change at Kahuku High as parents and students lash out at school administration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:31