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On today’s show, HI Now Daily gives you a way to help famers hit hard by the recent brushfires in Kunia. Plus, see what caused a chicken skin moment at ʻIolani Palace last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Debate over at the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands over a proposed donation of property in Ewa Beach. Why opponents didn't want the commission to accept it. A pilot project aimed at cracking down on loud mufflers and blaring sound systems has now begun. And the 22-year-old suspect charged with the assassination of Charlie Kirk will soon be appearing in a Utah courtroom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former secretary accused of arranging illegal political donations officially enters her plea in court. President Trump's administration announced that the U.S. and China have reached a 'framework' of a deal for the popular app TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calling for an end to gun violence in West Oahu. As the community mourns we hear from the family of another young life cut short. A former private school CEO settles a wrongful termination lawsuit. What was alleged and what we know about the settlement's terms. A ruling in the case against the Hawaii State Hospital for an arrest that resulted in the wrong man being committed. What the decision was in this high profile case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A serious crash on Waialae Avenue sent a man to the hospital in critical condition. We'll tell you what we know so far. A massive tribute concert took place last night in Waikiki honoring legendary musician Fiji. We'll tell you how fans and artist came together to celebrate the Icon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a shooting suspect faces a judge, more than a hundred people gathered in Nanakuli waving signs and calling for action against gun violence. As West Maui's demand for water exceeds the supply who's now forced to cut back? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’ve got a packed show filled with food! Plus, we’re live from the Market City Foodland to reward you for shopping local. Then, we have an exclusive interview with a restaurant that made the list for Bon Appetit’s “Best New Restaurants of 2025”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk is now in custody, as his widow speaks publicly for the first time since his death. Honolulu police investigate an early-morning theft at a Waipio bike shop. A rally calls on the community to help defend Kamehameha Schools' admissions policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 30 hours of searching, Utah authorities say they've arrested the man who fatally shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk. A Maui Police Officer has been placed on administrative duty after he posted comments seemingly celebrating Charlie Kirk's assassination on social media. Plus, how a Hawaii high school's reunion is helping a small town in the Pacific Northwest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A suspect is now in custody for the shooting of Charlie Kirk. What we've learned about the 22-year-old and a possible motive. A young man from Hawaii Island is in the battle of his life against a rare disease. Why his family is running into issues with his treatment. Preserving the USS Arizona Memorial. We'll take you along for a look at the work being done to protect this important piece of history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk sparks calls for an end to political violence. Tributes across the country and here at home 24 years after the September 11 terror attacks. Plus, exclusive video of another game room raid in urban Honolulu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we invite in a chef who does amazing things with flatbread and Lebanese recipes! Plus, we’re so excited to support a Big Brothers Big Sisters fundraiser, we’re literally glowing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the face of a lawsuit, a Maui water supplier wants out. The latest on Maui Land and Pineapple's search for a buyer. Big crowds will descend upon Waikiki this weekend for the Fiji Tribute concert at the Shell. The preparations being made to make sure it goes smoothly. The Kapiolani Radiothon for Kids kicks off today to help some of Hawaii's sickest kids and their families. Casey Lund will be live there this morning to tell us how you can help from home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In June 2025, Hōkūleʻa and her sister vessel, Hikianalia, restarted the Moananuiākea voyage around the Pacific from Hilo, Hawaiʻi. The 43,000-nautical-mile journey started in Alaska in 2023, and will cover hundreds of ports in nearly 40 countries and almost 100 indigenous territories by 2028.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We check out a musubi truck on Kauai on today’s episode of HI Now Daily! Plus, get a look at wearable technology created right here in Hawaii, and see how local businesses are bringing it to market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The deadly shooting of political activist Charlie Kirk is sending shockwaves across the country. A 79-year-old Oahu woman is asking a judge to keep her out of jail after a hit-and-run crash involving a boy on a scooter. And this weekend's Fiji tribute concert is expected to draw 30,000 people to Waikiki. How the city and event promoters are preparing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're following breaking news that conservative political activist Charlie Kirk has died after being shot at an event at a Utah college. We're also following breaking news out of Colorado, where at least two students were wounded in a shooting at a high school in the Denver metro area today. And City leaders and promoters of this Saturday's Fiji Tribute concert in Waikiki just wrapped up a press conference detailing how they plan to handle an expected crowd of 30,000 people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no longer a hurricane but Kiko is still bringing high surf to the islands. Guy Hagi and Casey Lund have team coverage. Three months after a near fatal crash on Oahu's North Shore, surfer Dakota Briley is showing signs of recovery. Hear his family's message to the teen who hit him. Locked out of Facebook? A Hawaii photographer is suspended from the platform. What she's accused of and why it's happening more often. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surfers drive across the island for something they've waited years for. A 19-year-old man accused in a deadly shooting in Nanakuli faces a judge as police take another suspect into custody. And President trump works to distance himself from Jeffrey Epstein's birthday book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re warning you about the latest tricks scammers are using to get your money, on today’s episode of HI Now Daily. Stick around for a look at red flags, and steps to take right away if you suspect you’ve been targeted. Plus, we’ll showcase a special deal this month on Vietnamese cuisine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, local filmmakers get big time recognition and give advice to aspiring creators. Plus, the dance crew called Jabbawockeez reveals their Hawaii connection, and the foods they can’t pass up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Josh Green announced Tuesday on Spotlight Now that he plans to sign an executive order within a week regulating e-bike safety across the islands. This comes during a sharp rise in traffic deaths, along with e-bike and motorcycle crashes. Green also discusses specific requests he has for the federal government in exchange for military land leases. Lastly, Green responds to a recent threat of litigation against Kamehameha Schools about its admission policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A high surf warning remains in effect for east-facing shores statewide as now Tropical Storm Kiko pass north above the islands. One of the 19-year old suspects in a deadly shootout over the weekend in Nanakuli appeared in court today. A 28-year-old man was killed when he broadsided a vehicle on his motorcycle near Mokuleia Beach Park yesterday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The owner of an Aina Haina home destroyed by fire is apparently back living inside. Why this is causing community concern for his safety as well as his neighbors. Hawaii takes center stage in defense innovation. We'll show you how advanced manufacturing is shaping our future. Casey is live at Honolulu Tech Week. That's what Apple is promising for their biggest announcement of the year this morning. When you could get a look at the newest iPhone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurricane Kiko keeps weakening as it continues to track North of the islands. Right now, it's a category 1 storm but will likely be downgraded to a tropical storm within the next 2 days. Ocean safety leaders are bracing for warning-level surf statewide. And new details emerge in the gruesome killing of a Halawa woman as prosecutors charge her husband with murder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurricane Kiko continues to weaken as it moves north of the islands. Drew Davis breaks down which areas could still see some impacts. A 52-year-old woman is dead after a moped crash in Kaneohe, marking Oahu's 59th traffic fatality this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracking Hurricane Kiko. Our team has been working around the clock to let you know what to expect this week. What's now being forecasted. A good Samaritan on Maui is getting praise after he saved a 98-year-old woman from a burning home. Why he says he jumped into action. City officials are looking to take a major step in addressing the local housing crisis. Casey Lund is live this morning with what's being planned.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracking Hurricane Kiko at this hour, find out where the storm is heading and what it means for Hawai'i. Just in this morning - Japan's prime minister is stepping down, this comes after his party's historic defeats in July's parliamentary election. Plus, a possible break in the murder of a Halawa woman, police make an arrest in the case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major ruling from the Hawaii Supreme Court could shake up water rights in Maui. They lived together, but they were not a couple. New details on what authorities are saying lead up to the shooting in Ewa. Plus were tracking Hurricane Kiko, the latest information and how you can stay safe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While we keep a close eye on potential impacts of Hurricane Kiko, Big Island residents are stocking up their emergency kits. Two civilians indicted after the Red Hill disaster make an appearance in federal court. Reaction from those who saw them in in person. And a judge denies bail for the Waimanalo woman accused of killing her 6-year-old adopted daughter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After slightly weakening, Hurricane Kiko has re-intensified into a category 4 storm in the Eastern Pacific. Right now its about a thousand miles away from Hilo. The latest on the murder trial for a Waimanalo couple accused of torturing to death their adopted daughter in 2021.Lehua Kalua appeared in court this morning for a bail hearing. And a costly lesson for an Oahu man who used Facebook Marketplace to rent out a family property.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re having a birthday, but you get the gifts! HI Now Daily takes the show live to Kakaʻako along with musical guests, giveaways, face-painting, photobooth and so much food! Thank you for celebrating this milestone with us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another deadly day on Oahu's roadways, as a car plows into a pedestrian in Makakilo. Growing fire concerns in Central Maui as the community sounds the alarm on limited evacuation routes and high congestion. Chelsea Davis takes us to the valley isle. And as President Trump's health secretary gets grilled over his vaccine policies, Hawaii joins a coalition of blue states to provide their own medical guidelines for Americans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurricane Kiko has weakened slightly but still remains a category 4 storm in the Eastern Pacific. Right now it's about 1,400 miles away from Hilo. Hawaii Governor Josh Green is calling for HHS Sec. RFK Jr. to resign. The city is using new tactics to pressure the owners of illegal vacation rentals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new approach to crackdown on illegal vacation rentals. What Honolulu leaders are looking to put into place. You could soon pay more to ride TheBus. We have details on the proposed price hikes. The end of an era; after more than 40 years, the Great Aloha Run has reached its finish line. Why it's ending and reactions from runners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurricane Kiko, now Category 4, continues to travel across the East Pacific Ocean. A judge makes an unusual ruling, allowing a Big Island doctor convicted of dealing prescription drugs to be released from jail early. Organizers decide to end the Great Aloha Run after 41 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we've got some grindz to share with you! We're tasting specials from Zippys, getting a peek into Ward Village's upcoming culinary event, and finding out what you should order from Foodland for your next potluck and pā'ina.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue to track Hurricane Kiko, which has strengthened into a category 4 storm in the Eastern Pacific. A 24-year-old woman is recovering after she was shot in the Ewa Beach area. And the gunman is dead. And after 41 years, the Great Aloha Run has officially crossed its final finish line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news overnight of a shooting in Ewa Beach. What led up to the violence that left one woman seriously hurt and the suspect dead. Calling for a seat at the table. Why Native Hawaiians say there's a new sense of urgency about the military's leased lands. Are you looking for a career in healthcare but don't know where to start? Casey Lund is live this morning sharing some pathways to success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Secretary of the Army is expected to return to Hawaii to talk to the governor about the military's leased lands. As the issue takes new urgency, several Native Hawaiian organizations call fast-tracking leases a misstep. Multiple tow trucks are needed to pull up a pickup that plunged over a cliff on Hawaii Island. As episode 32 of the Kilauea eruption comes to life, another mesmerizing natural phenomenon takes shape near the lava fountain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, some of our favorite local musicians join us for a special performance, plus we check out a local bakery with unique products, including a sourdough chocolate brownie!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii nonprofits are losing millions of dollars in federal funding. Local organizations are sounding the alarm about programs that could be cut and the impacts that can have on our community and the economy. Joining us on Spotlight Now to explain are: Shawn Kanaiaupuni, Partners in Development CEO Trey Gordner, University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization (UHERO) Melissa Miyashiro, Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations (HANO) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this date, 80 years ago, September 2, 1945, marked the official end of World War II. Today, leaders and veterans return to the decks of the USS Missouri to honor that legacy. We're hearing from a witness to a deadly e-motorcycle crash in Ewa Beach. Kauai Police are looking for suspects in the deadly beating of a homeless amputee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

80 years ago today Japan surrendered onboard the USS Missouri ending World War II. Casey Lund is live from the Mighty Mo this morning with more on the anniversary. The continued struggles after the Maui wildfires. We'll introduce you to a survivor who says she just wants to come back home. Checking out a live shot at Kilauea this morning. Lava is bubbling away. Low fountains have been seen throughout the morning causing the vent to overflow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The family of a Kauai man is speaking out after he was brutally beaten on a Kauai shoreline and died days later. A private memorial service on Oahu honors fallen Maui police officer Suzanne O. And protesters in Hawaii join other states on this Labor Day to demand the Trump administration support workers over billionaires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oahu saw its 57th traffic fatality early this morning when a 23-year-old on an electric motorcycle lost control in Ewa Beach. A memorial service honoring the life of fallen Maui police officer Suzanne O is held on Oahu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men have been indicted in connection with the Red Hill fuel disaster. We have details on exactly what they are accused of. Kailua residents are disappointed after their town sign was vandalized over the weekend. We'll tell you the last time this happened. When your shift ends do you really get to leave work behind? We'll tell you tips on how you can leave work at the door, and avoid an infinite work day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HFD dispatched 10-units late last night for a fire reported in Waikiki. Plus, Kailua residents are disappointed after their town sign was hit by vandals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Arson suspect released and arrested again. More details on why police believe he is linked to another case. Plus a community continues to mourn for a Maui police office with a public procession and heartfelt goodbyes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heavy hearts on Maui as the community remembers Suzanne O, a Maui police officer who paid the ultimate sacrifice. After being on the run for nearly three weeks, the suspect in a double stabbing at a Honolulu bar is now in police custody. How the airline industry is handling what's expected to be the busiest Labor Day travel weekend in 15 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s show is jam-packed with ways to keep your family busy this weekend! We’ll run down the activities and the events at the Okinawan Festival, and at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Plus, we’ll explore the special menu items being offered at the upcoming Taste of Ward, including wagyu and washu beef.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.