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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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- Today22 min
First at 4 p.m. (July 29, 2026)
A Laie woman learns her sentence today for the beating death of her adopted daughter. Then, Windward lawmakers push back on Mayor Blangiardi's controversial new landfill plan. Plus, a 22-year-old is fighting for his life after a gruesome, early morning crash on Oahu's North Shore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today43 min
HI Now Daily (July 29, 2026)
Court-side excitement, big giveaways and island traditions. On today's show, learn how to score a free roundtrip to Japan at Hawaii's largest pickleball tournament, then preview the upcoming Hoomau Koolau La Hoihoi Ea festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today22 min
This Is Now (July 29, 2026)
A 22-year-old man is in critical condition after crashing into two telephone poles on Oahu's North Shore. Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a crash left a man with life-threatening injuries on Sand Island Access Road. And Dr. Anthony Fauci, who was the infectious disease expert during the COVID pandemic, refused to answer lawmakers questions during a fiery hearing on Capitol Hill today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today20 min
Sunrise 5 a.m. (July 29, 2026)
A multi-million-dollar plan is being made to restore one of Maui's most famous beaches. We'll tell you the controversy that is surrounding this. Plus, missiles were fired at American troops overnight. Howard Dicus will tell us what we know about Iran's attempt at a surprise attack in this morning's business news. More frustration for hundreds of workers in downtown Honolulu as TOPA Tower is still without power; we'll tell you what we know on this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today17 min
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (July 28, 2026)
The search is on for a hit-and-run driver after a crash on Sand Island Access Road left a driver critically injured. Maui police arrested three teens in connection with a large brawl at a Kaanapali resort. On Oahu, ocean safety officials are monitoring high surf along east-facing shores from weakening Fausto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday55 min
Spotlight Now: HPD Chief David Lazar and Mayor Rick Blangiardi on city priorities and projects
Honolulu Police Department Chief David Lazar and Mayor Rick Blangiardi appeared on Spotlight Now Tuesday to discuss a range of city priorities, including staffing and morale at HPD, initiatives to improve public safety, housing and development tied to rail, the future of Chinatown Cultural Plaza and the timeline for replacing Oahu’s landfill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday21 min
First at 4 p.m. (July 28, 2026)
Fausto is passing north—bringing gusty winds and warning-level surf across the island chain. In Japan, the search is on for survivors after a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake. Plus, the fallout after a judge ruled against Tommy Waters in his bid for another City Council term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday43 min
HI Now Daily (July 28, 2026)
Creativity and culture take center stage on today’s show. We’re meeting the makers behind a sustainable clothing brand that’s giving fabrics new life and learning the art of traditional Hawaiian feather lei making through hands-on classes and workshops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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