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On this episode of Spotlight Now, we're joined by U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, for the latest out of Washington, D.C. Then we sit down with Carl Bonham, University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization executive director, for a check on Hawaii's economic outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we honor fallen service members on this Memorial Day, it's also a time for families to remember loved ones they've lost. We're live from Magic Island ahead of the annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating Ceremony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police respond to a possible attempted murder in Waipahu overnight. The military is eyeing the Johnston Atoll. Why environmentalists are already standing in opposition. Plus, a spike in shark sightings across the country. What to know before getting in the water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Josh Green is signing into law a bill that creates a first-of-its-kind "green fee" to help Hawaii address the impacts of climate change. A man accused of shooting a woman after she refused to have sex with him appeared in court this morning on an attempted murder charge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some breathtaking sights as crowds flock to Kilauea to catch the latest eruption episode. Stay tuned to learn what heights these lava fountains hit. Don't be fooled. Scammers are fooling local residents with a convincing con. What police say you should be on the lookout for. Paying tribute this Memorial Day with a jump from high above. We tag along on this local event which honors the legacy of our fallen veterans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Memorial Day, fallen service members are honored at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. And in Washington, D.C., a U.S. veteran from Honolulu pays tribute to his late son at the USAA Poppy Wall of Honor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new twist in the case involving a Maui doctor accused of trying to kill his wife as Arielle Konig drops a request for a restraining order. Former victims of serial road rage suspect Nathaniel Radimak — and their high-profile attorney — react to his new charges in Hawaii. And what exactly is lurking in the hills above UH Manoa? What we're learning about an unfolding animal search.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The family of a young woman who was brutally attacked in Wahiawa lawyers up. Their message to the public as police provide an update on the suspects. Still recovering from a beating in prison, serial road rage suspect Nathaniel Radimak enters his plea on assault charges. And Hawaii wins a court order stopping the Trump administration's attempt to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sickening video this morning of a violent bullying incident in Central Oahu. The impassioned response from the community, and a suspect's mother pleas for forgiveness. A "life and death situation." A West Oahu lawmaker is telling local utility companies to step up to mitigate wildfire risk. What he says needs to be done. Planning a summer getaway? We look into whether you should be prepared for some sticker shock in this age of inflation concerns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning we continue to follow the latest Hawaiian Airlines bomb threat developments. Casey Lund is live at the airport with more. Coral damaged by a luxury yacht two years ago has finally been reattached to the ocean floor off of west Maui. We'll tell you just how many pieces were able to be rehabilitated. The latest from Washington in a high-stakes meeting into Hawaii's one-sided kidney trade. What Congresswoman Jill Tokuda is asking for that would benefit local patients. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heated exchanges on Capitol Hill between Gov. Josh Green and Republican members of a senate subcommittee. And the latest on two separate bomb threats interfered with Honolulu flights two days in a row. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hokulea and her sister, Hikianalia are setting sail this morning. We're live from Sand Island with Casey Lund, as the crew resumes its historic Moananuiakea voyage. A new tool for the Trump administration as it targets illegal immigrants across the U.S. and the data they now have access to. Are you a local business in need of some new restaurant equipment and furniture? Howard's going to tell you about an auction underway from the old Dave and Buster's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hokulea has set sail again. She left Oahu this morning after a delay over the weekend due to rough ocean conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the RIP Tour Podcast, hosts Tim and Liz discuss the latest HNN spec map for Halloween Horror Nights, highlighting changes, additions, and rumors surrounding new houses and scarezones. They delve into the themes of the upcoming event, including potential wrestling and Spanish artist inspirations, while also addressing merchandise controversies and marketing strategies. The conversation wraps up with thoughts on crowd management and the anticipation for future announcements as the event approaches.

Firefighters rush to save a woman trapped on a roof as flames engulf her home. As Hokulea prepares to resume her Pacific voyage, we hear from Kamehameha Schools students joining the historic journey. New surveillance video shows the moment 10 inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal cuts are much deeper than first expected for the University of Hawaii. We're talking tens of millions of dollars. This morning UH's president reveals the latest numbers. The city's planning and permitting department has vowed "no more mercy," when it comes to illegal vacation rentals. We'll tell you how violators will have to pay up. Hawaiian Airlines rolls out a new policy for its passengers. What you need to know if you think you're going to miss a flight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why you and your family should prepare now as NOAA forecasters share their predictions for this year's Central Pacific hurricane season. A Lahaina wildfire survivor accused of killing a fellow fire victim enters his plea in court. And federal funding cuts at the University of Hawaii are much deeper than expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tangled mess of lines causes road closures in Kalihi. A day after forecasters say the central Pacific could see one to four tropical cyclones this hurricane season, federal emergency officials say they aren't prepared for upcoming storms and the potential damage they could bring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It can be hard to talk about or admit that you're experiencing challenges with your mental health, especially moms who take on so much. Fellow mom Noe Sagapolutele started Wa'a Collective for locals and Native Hawaiians to have access to therapists that they can relate to. She explains why it is so important to prioritize mental health care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump is making deals at every stop along his tour of the Middle East, and that includes making decisions that upends decades of American foreign policy. National intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard, former U.S. representative from Hawaii, fires the top two career officials leading the National Intelligence Council. And former Kauai mayor Bernard Carvalho wants his old job back, and he's set to make an official announcement tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new economic report reveals the severity of Hawaii’s ongoing housing crisis. Road closures and evacuations were ordered in Hawaii Kai after projectiles were turned in to police. Plus, we're learning more about a fatal crash on Maui from the good Samaritan who saw a truck slam into a man in Kihei.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Central Pacific hurricane season begins June 1 and today, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its forecast on how many tropical cyclones are possible. And a serial road rage driver accused of an attack in Kakaako is still in the hospital after he was beaten up while behind bars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting ghost guns off our streets. Details on a new bill which looks to help local law enforcement keep us safe. New national oversight for military daycares. The mother of one local victim reacts to the changes. FEMA Funding has been cut for in-person disaster training. Howard Dicus is tracking what this means for the agency as hurricane season approaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Days after a key ruling over the military's use of Pohakuloa as a training ground, Gov. Josh Green weighs in on the years-long issue. A city ambulance is out of commission after a head-on crash in Waialua that injured a man in his 80s and a paramedic. And President Trump walks back triple-digit tariffs on Chinese products after weeks of a mounting trade war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Maui doctor accused of trying to kill his wife on an Oahu hiking trail has been denied bail by a judge. Plus new details from police on what led to a shooting at a busy intersection last week. And a 12-year-old boy has been released after he was accused of assaulting the principal and security guard at his school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man accused of assaulting two women in Kakaako in a road rage attack last week appeared in court this morning. President Trump said he may speak with China's president at the end of the week after the two sides announced they've agreed to temporarily lower the tariffs they've imposed on each other.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police are investigating a cell phone service outage caused by vandalism over the weekend. We'll tell you what we know so far. An Oahu woman is opening up about the tragic loss of her son to fentanyl. How it has inspired her to help others before it's too late. Is mother's intuition a real thing? We'll take a deeper dive into why some believe it's very real a bit later in the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state land board is poised to make one of its most important decisions ever that could impact the Army's training at Pohakuloa. After years of litigation, the state lands a $700 million settlement in a giant pharmaceutical lawsuit. A man accused of assaulting two women in a road rage attack in Kakaako has a history of similar crimes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moms, this is your week! Thank you for navigating a wild ride juggling kids and doing it all! As a mom of three young boys, life is bursting at the seams! I openly talked about my most memorable motherhood experiences on stage at a recent storytellers event by Civil Beat. Please have a listen and I hope you enjoy! Happy Mother's Day!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catholics in Hawaii weren’t expecting Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost to be elected Pope. They say it's a pleasant surprise to see the first American to lead the church in its 2,000-year history. And the Rainbow Warriors volleyball team is now two wins away from a national championship. Highlights from their four-set victory against Penn State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction this morning from a local teacher detained during an immigration raid on Maui. Details on the harrowing ordeal she and her colleagues went through. An investigation into a student who was sickened by gas at UH Manoa. What emergency hazmat crews discovered at the scene. A ruling for the 2021 fuel spill at Red Hill that contaminated the drinking water. What the families reaction was after this long-awaited decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major project to widen Farrington Highway begins today in West Oahu, Jonathan Masaki explains how this will improve safety in the area. Federal authorities say they arrested 50 people for immigration violations this week on Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island. And we check in on a state land board meeting that could impact the future of live-fire military training at the Pohakuloa Training Area on Hawaii Island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The babysitter found guilty of manslaughter for giving a 7-month-old a fatal dose of Benadryl is sentenced. Two men were arrested in Hawaii as part of a nationwide crackdown to catch child sex predators. The University of Hawaii is launching a new weather dashboard so you can access the latest conditions in real time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dozens detained during immigration raids in Hawaii. Why a Hawaii senator is calling the actions "a shameful abuse of power." A group of Hawaii nurses say they are set to hit the picket line. What they say is needed to reach a new contract. The state land board are set to decide on the future of live-fire military training at the Pohakuloa Training Area. Why the Army received hundreds of comments from a concerned public.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a major ruling today, a federal judge says the government is responsible for making people sick from the Red Hill fuel spill, but families are appalled by the amount of damages awarded. Plus the world has a new pope and, for the first time in history, an American has been chosen to lead the Catholic Church.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The deadline is here. Starting today you will need a Real ID to get through airport security or you'll face additional screening. Casey Lund will join us live from Honolulu's Airport to look at how this change will impact your travels. A special town hall will take place today in Ewa Beach, looking to promote public safety. What topics will be covered and how you can join in. Showing off a new fleet. Oahu has 17 new emergency vehicles now ready to hit the road. We'll give you an inside look the first-of-its-kind bus here on island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump and new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off in the Oval Office Tuesday, while on Oahu, the Hawaii International Film Festival is bracing for more than a $200,000 funding loss as the White House moves to shut down the National Endowment for the Arts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men accused of acid attacks face a judge as a victim speaks out. We'll hear from her this morning as she recalls the vicious attack. As Lahaina families rebuild, a debate grows over swimming pools. Are they appropriate in the burn zone? Have you ever heard of Pet-fluencing? This morning we'll tell you what that is and how it could put a few extra few bucks in your pocket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The woman critically injured in a horrific chemical attack near Ala Moana Center appears publicly for the first time as the two men who allegedly plotted the crime appear in court. Plus an argument leads to a shooting in an upscale East Oahu neighborhood. And Hawaii's big wave surfing community loses an icon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A celebration of life is being held for state Rep. Gene Ward. Honolulu police have opened an attempted murder investigation after a shooting at a home in Hawaii Kai. Two men accused in an alleged "murder-for-hire" acid attack on Oahu appear in court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police are looking for an arsonist this morning after a Wahiawa playground went up in flames. We have details on the investigation. Keeping our construction workers safe. Casey Lund out live with the latest efforts on this Construction Safety Week. The Wahiawa Public Library has closed its doors. This morning we hear from residents who stopped by to say aloha the building.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Intriguing developments in the University of Hawaii's quest for a new athletics director as ousted AD Craig Angelos applies to get his job back. Honolulu's mayor has a stern warning for the arsonist who torched a recently renovated playground in Wahiawa. Plus a look at some of the bills lawmakers pushed through at the last-minute as the legislative session comes to a close.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delays to adding more red light and speed enforcement cameras across Oahu. Why the legislature's lack of action is to blame. President Trump has signed an executive order to cut ALL federal funding for PBS and NPR. We'll tell you just how much of PBS Hawaii's budget comes from federal dollars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After being let go almost six months ago, former University of Hawaii athletics director Craig Angelos has reapplied for the position. The White House releases a budget proposal that includes deep cuts to domestic spending but more funding for defense and boarder security. And PBS Hawaii responds after President Trump signs an executive order to cut all federal funding for PBS and NPR.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graduation season is here for high schools and colleges across Hawaii. These celebrations can come with lots of stress and a large to-do list. Brooke and Noli have tips to help parents get through their graduate's big day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State lawmakers killed a proposed ban yesterday on assault weapons. President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the deep-sea mining industry. Why Native Hawaiian and environmental leaders are raising the alarm. May Day is Lei Day, a celebration of culture and tradition in Hawaii. Casey Lund will be live this morning at a new spot opening in Waikiki that aims to do just that. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump administration has filed lawsuits against several states, including Hawaii, over what officials call unconstitutional state climate actions. And trade experts warn prices will jump as tariffs affect shipping routes to Hawaii.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Spotlight Now, we’re exploring how changes to the U.S. Department of Education and its dismantling are affecting schools and public education in Hawaii. Here to shed light on the impacts are: Keith Hayashi, Schools Superintendent; Logan Okita, Hawaii State Teachers Association Vice President and Nimitz Elementary teacher; and Karen Lee, Honolulu Community College chancellor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors are reacting to the news that the US economy shrank in the first quarter. Find out how much, what factors weighed in, and how President Trump has responded. How many of our younger residents are using e-cigarettes? We have new data from the state department of health including the impact it's having on users, and the resources available to help teens quit. Hawaiian Airlines is hiring more than 100 flight attendants. If you're interested, our Casey Lund is live to tell you what they're looking for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"That's Biden. That's not Trump." President Trump responds to new government data that shows the U.S. economy shrank 0.3% in the first quarter. And here at home, it's a busy day at the Capitol as lawmakers prepare to cast their final votes on several measures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.