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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 5 a.m. (November 11, 2025)

11/11/2025
A spike in immigration arrests in Hawaii. We'll check the numbers on increased enforcement efforts across the state. How do you think HPD is doing in protecting our community? Details on a new survey where you can give your opinion. We honor our servicemen and women on this Veteran's Day. Casey Lund is live this morning on events happening today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:47

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A Leader's Journey: Dawn Lippert

11/11/2025
Every failure holds a lesson — if you keep moving. In this episode of A Leader’s Journey, Elemental Impact CEO Dawn Lippert reflects on resilience, risk, and the power of momentum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:44

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First at 4 p.m. (November 10, 2025)

11/10/2025
Unpaid federal workers in Hawaii continue to turn to community food drives to help feed their families. Hawaii's high profile ICE raids have been seen on TV and social media, but advocates are raising concerns about instances where undocumented immigrants are being targeted quietly. And a large north swell and dangerous surf conditions led to a number of beach park closures on Hawaii Island. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:05

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HI Now Daily (November 10, 2025)

11/10/2025
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re finding out what kind of perks and treatment you can get with a membership at a popular beauty spa. Then, get a peek into the premiere of a new play written as a tribute to the creator's Filipino roots and family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:11

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This Is Now (November 10, 2025)

11/10/2025
Senate Republicans hope to hold a vote soon on a funding package after a group of Democrats split with their party to support a measure that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Despite calls from the federal government to block food assistance -- Hawaii lawmakers say aid will still be available. And officials have positively identified a body found in Waipio as Jonnaven Monalim, a former government witness who testified in the 2004 Pali Golf Course shootout case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:42

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (November 10, 2025)

11/10/2025
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen has announced he's running for reelection. We'll look at the priorities of his campaign. As we get set to honor our veterans tomorrow, the city is making moves to help them cut some costs. Rent rate confusion in Waikiki. Tenants of a senior living complex were told their rent was doubling. Why does the landlord say now that was a mistake? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:58

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Sunrise at 7 a.m. (November 9, 2025)

11/9/2025
Honolulu police have identified a body found in Waipio late Friday night as that of a former government witness to a deadly gang shooting more than 20 years ago. Meanwhile, officers arrested a man after police say he allegedly threatened two joggers with a machete in Kailua. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:41

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Sunrise at 7 a.m. (November 8, 2025)

11/8/2025
Homicide detectives opened a murder investigation after a body was found in Waipio late Friday night. Meanwhile, Maui Mayor Richard Bissen announced his re-election campaign Saturday morning and promised steadfast leadership and continued recovery for the county. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:29

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HI Now Daily (November 7, 2025)

11/7/2025
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re at Foodland to find out what's in their Thanksgiving dinner and how you can order it. Then, we're featuring a new holiday beer to pair with our live Friday music series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:49:27

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First at 4 p.m. (November 7, 2025)

11/7/2025
Flight reductions at Honolulu International are expected through next week as the ongoing government shutdown hits air travel. State transportation leaders keep a close eye on cancellations. A government witness to a deadly gang shooting more than 20 years ago has gone missing. And a first alert heads up, we're tracking a weak front the next several days, bringing rain to the island chain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:05

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This Is Now (November 7, 2025)

11/7/2025
As the federal government shutdown drags into day 38, airlines have been canceling flights at 40 of the busiest U.S. airports, including Honolulu, in response to a shortage of air traffic controllers. Additional relief funds will be available for SNAP recipients to use starting this Monday. And the crews of the Hokulea and Hikianalia have New Zealand in their view. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:43

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (November 7, 2025)

11/7/2025
A reduction in flights across the country. It's an FAA effort to reduce strain on unpaid air traffic controllers during the government shutdown. HNN Investigates the main business targeted during immigration raids this week on Kauai. Veterans Day will look different this year due to the government shutdown. What changes will be made as Hawaii still plans to honor those who served. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:10

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First at 4 p.m. (November 6, 2025)

11/6/2025
The government shutdown hits the skies with hundreds of flights cancelled nationwide and here at home. The Hawaii Foodbank holds a massive relief distribution drive at Aloha Stadium to answer an enormous spike in demand from local families. And an elderly woman was hospitalized after a fire broke out at a residential building in Makaha. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:25

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HI Now Daily (November 6, 2025)

11/6/2025
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, meet a local tattoo artist who made his television debut on a reality competition television series. In the market for new appliances? We'll tell you where you can save big for Black Friday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:23

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This Is Now (Nov. 6, 2025)

11/6/2025
We're live at the Aloha Stadium as the Hawaii Foodbank hosts its largest distribution event to help those impacted by the federal government shutdown. An apartment fire in Makaha sends a 69-year-old woman to the hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:51

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (November 6, 2025)

11/6/2025
New rules for electric two-wheelers at Hawaii's public schools. We'll tell you the changes that are now in place. OHA's CEO is suing the agency, claiming she was unjustly put on leave. We'll learn more today on the FAA's plans to cut future flights due to the government shutdown. What can you do if your trip is impacted. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:21

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HI Now Daily (November 5, 2025)

11/5/2025
On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, learn how you can get a seat to Hawai‘i’s first-ever televised talent competition celebrating the islands’ top performers! Plus, find out which farmers market to visit for some delicious ramen this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:14

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First at 4 p.m. (November 5, 2025)

11/5/2025
The death toll in Louisville, Kentucky, rises after a UPS cargo jet headed for Honolulu crashes shortly after takeoff. Dozens were arrested in a pre-dawn ICE raid across Kauai where detainees were quickly flown to Oahu. And with a rise in e-bike crashes, the education department has new rules for public schools statewide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:52

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This Is Now (November 5, 2025)

11/5/2025
Breaking news out of Kauai -- dozens of people have been detained in an immigration raid on the island. At least 9 people are dead after a UPS plane headed for Honolulu crashed during takeoff in Kentucky. And the federal government shutdown is now in its 36th day, making it the longest in U.S. history, followed by one during President Trump's first term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:49

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

11/5/2025
Breaking news this morning from Kentucky, as more deaths are confirmed from that tragic crash of a UPS plane heading to Hawaii. Casey Lund will be live with more on this in just a few moments. The governor is asking for billions in federal spending in return for military leases. We are continuing to monitor Kilauea this morning, as frequent lava overflows have occurred in the last 24 hours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:02