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More support for Oahu flood victims. We'll take you to a community event that saw people lining up for hours for help. Plus, new housing units for teachers in Lahaina. More on the challenges officials are hoping to tackle with the development. The Hawaii Pet Expo is returning this weekend! We'll tell you what attendees can expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of Leeward Coast residents impacted by last month's Kona low flooding turned out for help at a community assistance center. Plus, on Maui, a new housing initiative is helping Lahaina teachers stay rooted in the community, as storm recovery continues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Josh Green weighs in on the controversy surrounding his lieutenant governor and what comes next. A former Big Island attorney will spend five years in federal prison in an affordable housing fraud case. A 55-year-old woman is in critical condition after being found unresponsive in waters off Waikiki yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Honolulu City Council has removed $34 million from its budget that was earmarked to acquire a six-acre property on Hawaii Kai Drive, Hawaii News Now learned Friday morning. Meanwhile, a bill aimed at making roads safer by targeting unlicensed drivers failed in the state legislature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day after a criminal probe sent Hawaii's lieutenant governor out on leave, there's new reaction from the state's top office. The Maui Mayor's former Chief of Staff is suing the county for wrongful termination and whistle blower violations. And an evacuation at Honolulu's DMV forced dozens of employees and drivers to wait outside. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waikiki SPAM JAM® is back on Kalakaua Avenue this Saturday, April 25, from 4–10 p.m., and we're getting the scoop on everything you need to know about one of Hawaii's largest food festivals! Plus, Von Kaʻanāʻanā of Aikāne Media joins us to share all the details on Eahou Fest 2026, a conference-meets-festival in Mōʻiliʻili, Oʻahu celebrating ancestral wisdom, technology, art and community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food, culture and community. We’re celebrating 10 years of a Chinatown's Sig on Smith with a block party! Plus a new cookbook highlighting local veg-forward recipes. Then, a look at a family-run coffee brand sharing its story and aloha at Puʻuhonua Mākeke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're following some breaking news just into the newsroom of a potential hazmat situation at the Kapalama Satellite City Hall building. The rise to the second highest office in the state for the newly appointed interim lieutenant governor follows the downfall of Sylvia Luke. And a U.S. Special Forces soldier who took part in the arrest of Venezuela's president is accused of making big money from the raid on an online prediction platform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lieutenant governor steps aside amid a public corruption probe. Who's taking her place? Plus, American businesses have started to apply for tariff refunds and interest. What we know is that consumers are wondering if they'll see refunds. And, Coral Crater is adding a new electric dirt bike experience. Casey Lund will be live there this morning to tell us what you can expect if you want to check it out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state auditor is warning that the governor’s Kauhale program isn’t keeping good track of taxpayer money, but program leaders say they are being careful with cash and getting results. Two Maui Vietnam veterans were honored at the nation’s capital last month on National Vietnam War Veterans Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After getting a target letter, the Lt. Governor takes a leave of absence. Legal experts weigh in on the probe's impact, with two weeks left in this legislative session. And UH football coaches past and present bid aloha to a piece of history See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going strong for Day 3 of our LIVE coverage from Hilo! We’re sitting down with the Hawaiian Council and learning how they're helping victims of the previous Kona lows with an upcoming concert with Jason Momoa. Then, we're chatting with the new faces of AlohaMacs and getting the scoops about how you can enter the “Share Your Aloha” sweepstakes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news, Hawaii Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke announced a moment ago that she will be taking a leave of absence, without pay, for an indefinite period of time. Governor Green's nominee to be Chief Justice of the Hawaii Supreme court, Vladimir Devens, apologized to state senators yesterday for not disclosing his prior role with a controversial political action committee. And the Office of Elections is set to hold its 2026 political party ballot order drawing next week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state capitol bribery probe deepens. Who has now been warned that they are under investigation? Plus, another pay raise for Honolulu's top elected officials. Just how much are they getting this time? And, a live look at Kilauea, where the next eruptive episode is now underway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke was given a target letter by the Attorney General’s office last week, HNN Investigates has learned. Plus, the first day of digital integration for Hawaiian and Alaska Airlines services brought few major problems for travelers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live music and local impact. Rising artist Jenny Yim performs original songs ahead of her opening set for Tavana. Plus, a closer look at Hawai‘i public school success stories and how students are thriving. Then, how a benefit concert is supporting families affected by flooding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major changes now in effect with the Hawaiian Airlines online system. A fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is holding for now, but tensions remain high in the region. And a new landfill proposal is being met with skepticism some by local lawmakers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 32-year-old man is fighting for his life this morning after being pinned under a vehicle in a collision in Waipahu. A major traffic-safety expansion is on the verge of failing at the state Capitol. Plus, the Police Commission has narrowed the field to six candidates in the search for Honolulu’s next police chief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The early afternoon commute slowed to a crawl at the H-1 and H-2 merge. Parts of Hilo were under water restrictions all day. Plus, major changes led to frustrated Hawaiian and Alaska Air customers at the airport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An overturned truck and fuel spills led to a midday traffic nightmare on the H-1 freeway. Reactions to the PGA’s decision to take Hawaii off next year’s tour calendar. Plus, what the Trump administration’s public health emergency declaration for the March storms means for flood-impacted residents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.