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Two separate federal judges have issued last minute rulings which could help tens of millions of Americans put food on the table next month. Hawaii residents who rely on food stamps will be getting $250 dollars each from the state, part of one of the programs announced by Governor Josh Green to help people impacted by the federal shutdown. And Casey Lund has a preview at some of the family friendly Halloween activities going on in Waikiki.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A second person has died as a result of Wednesday's massive house fire in Ewa Beach. The man charged with manslaughter in a deadly Hawaii Island crash faces a judge and it's not his first time. Billions of dollars could be available to relieve hunger as SNAP benefits are expected to stop tomorrow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Green announces another program to help put money in the pockets of families set to soon lose their federal food assistance benefits. This as legislators are trying to come up with solutions to support local nonprofits after massive federal cuts. And an elderly woman is dead and several others injured after a violent inferno at an Ewa Beach home. We hear from neighbors who tried to fight the blaze.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can November actually be a good time to visit Hawaii, or will you end up stuck in rain and crowds?If you're planning a Hawaii trip and wondering whether November is worth it, you need to know the truth about shoulder season timing, weather patterns, and how to avoid the Thanksgiving rush.

The state announces a new program to provide financial help to families affected by the ongoing government shutdown. The Hawaii Island community steps up its calls for safe driving after a woman and her infant granddaughter were killed in a tragic accident. And with the rise in traumatic traffic crashes, the Hawaii Blood Bank needs more donors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're tracking breaking news this morning, as a fire destroys an Ewa Beach home. Sources tell us one person has died and multiple others needed medical care. Helping local residents get by. It's the aim of a new state program that looks to provide aid to those impacted by the government shutdown. If you've ever dreamed of becoming a police officer, opportunity knocks this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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State leaders are scrambling to find the money to help families set to lose their food assistance benefits and federal employees who aren't getting paid. We're learning more about one of the Waianae High School seniors who died in a fishing accident, as his family opens up about their heartbreak. And a record-breaking Category 5 storm makes landfall in the Caribbean. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A plea for drivers to slow down, after two deadly crashes on Oahu yesterday. What the mother of one of the victims has to say to people who are in a hurry this morning. Plus, Hawaii Island police step up enforcement after a deadly crash last week. Why they are focusing their efforts on Saddle Road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Hawaii Island this morning, a prayer for healing and a plea to the public to drive with care as there have already been 19 fatalities on Hawaii Island roads. In light of the tragic vehicle and pedestrian collisions, Honolulu EMS is joining the Blood Bank of Hawai'i in urging residents to donate blood. And Hawaii lawmakers are working on a plan to provide $100 million in housing assistance for the state's neediest families as SNAP benefits are set to expire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tragic story of two Waianae high school seniors and the day of fishing that cost them their lives. Friends and teammates remember them and plan to honor them. Hurricane Melissa roars ashore in Jamaica, packing 175 miles an hour winds. We're learning more about the death of a councilmemember on Maui.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USDA confirms federal food assistance benefits will not go out to millions of needy families on November 1, as the government shutdown rolls on. The Maui community is mourning the loss of one of its own after the sudden passing of council member Tasha Kama. And for the 11th straight day, the teamsters walk the picket line outside of Kapiolani Medical Center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 19-year-old woman has died and two-others are hospitalized after a multi-car crash in Nanakuli. Hurricane Melissa has now made landfall in southwest Jamaica as a Category 5 storm. And the West Oahu community is mourning the loss of two friends and teammates who drowned over the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The bodies of two 18-year-old fishermen were pulled from the waters off northwest Oahu this weekend. A Hilo officer is recovering after being hit on the side of a roadway. Hear what she was doing at the time of the accident.The holiday travel season is fast approaching- but many Americans are worried about the cost. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the federal government shutdown now in its fourth week, the pain is becoming real for many Americans. The Hawaii Foodbank is launching new food distributions across Oahu, trying to reach families, federal employees, and even military households affected by the shutdown. And authorities confirm two young fishermen have died after they were found unresponsive in West Oahu waters on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does the price of sashimi seem to go up around New Year's Eve? Why are there limits on certain fishing areas? Our guests for "Hawaii Matters" this week are Alex Min of the Pacific Island Fisheries Group and Joshua DeMello of Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council. They talk about local fisheries, sustainability practices, and the potential impacts of an extended government shutdown on the fisheries. Kathy With a K is your host. Learn more at the in-person public Hawaii Fishing Community meetings (Lanai at the Filipino Community Center on October 28; Maui at the Maui Beach Hotel on October 30; Kauai at Chiefess Kamkahelelei Middle School on November 4; Oahu at the Ala Moana Hotel on November 8; Molokai in December) and how to participate. Go to wpcouncil.org "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

Critical fire weather conditions continue as gusty trade winds peak today and tomorrow. Witnesses describe the moments before a deadly crash in North Hilo that killed a woman and injured several children. And another Oahu private school voices its support for Kamehameha Schools and its admissions policy amid a federal lawsuit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A strong routine can be crucial to getting through the day when you have a full plate. But that discipline doesn't happen over night. Enoa Reid, of Oahu, shares how the reality of adulthood helped him develop the skills needed to win every day.Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel.Resources:My Dear Friends in America, fourth edition, pp. 361—62.

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It is a First Alert Weather Day; high winds and dry conditions in our forecast are the perfect ingredients for critical fire weather. We have new details on a deadly crash in North Hilo yesterday. And Volcanoes National Park is still open during the government shutdown, but some visitors say they did not see any park rangers during last Friday's eruption.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a First Alert Weather Day with the winds expected to pick up as emergency officials keeping a close eye on conditions. This, as Big Island police investigate a string of suspicious brush fires in Kailua-Kona. And an NBA player and head coach were arrested after federal investigators uncovered a major gambling scandal that hass rocked the sports world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire investigators on the Big Island are still trying to figure out what sparked a deadly blaze at a small Hilo hotel. Our team has declared First Alert Weather Days for today through Saturday as a Red Flag Warning is in effect. And Honolulu police are searching for two men accused of robbing and stabbing a 29-year-old man in Moiliili. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The investigation is on as officials try to figure out what caused a deadly fire at a historic Hilo hotel. The harrowing accounts from guests and nearby neighbors. A new law to protect homes from wildfires takes effect on Kauai. We'll tell you what it requires property owners to do. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fire tears through a small Hilo hotel, killing one person. Charges are filed against the man accused of causing an hours-long police standoff and shooting in Kapahulu. And Maui's own Kurt Suzuki is now officially the newest manager of the Los Angeles Angels; his emotional introductory news conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One person is dead and another is missing after an early morning fire at a the Wild Ginger Hotel in Hilo. A tense standoff in Kapahulu came to an end early this morning when the suspect in an hours-long barricade on Herbert Street surrendered and was taken into custody. And we are monitoring a water main break in Kaimuki that began yesterday afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Free PDF: Hawaii with Teens Survival Guide + 7-Day Oahu ItineraryTraveling to Hawaii with teenagers isn't about dragging them through your dream itinerary. It's about finding the sweet spot between adventure and autonomy so everyone actually enjoys the islands.

Breaking news in Kapahulu, where the suspected shooter of a sheriff's deputy is barricaded in a home. Hundreds of Kamehameha students and supporters held a rally a day after a lawsuit challenging its admissions policy. And in national news, a critical food assistance program could be at risk as the government shutdown standoff drags on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s Spotlight Now, Gov. Josh Green detailed a $100 million Hawaii Relief Program which aims to support families and nonprofits impacted by the federal government shutdown. Then, Aloha United Way CEO Michelle Bartell revealed how organizations affected by the shutdown can receive financial help. Hawaii Pacific Health’s Michael Robinson shared how local health care efforts are tackling food insecurity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deputy sheriff is recovering after being shot during an operation in Kapahulu this morning, where a barricade situation is underway. Alumni, community leaders, and their supporters came together at Iolani Palace to protest as a Virginia nonprofit is suing Kamehameha Schools over its admissions policy. And crews are back out in the waters off Kailua, hoping to find a missing canoe paddler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kamehameha Schools' admission policy is targeted by a group opposing affirmative action. How the school plans to respond. A major setback to the hopes of reopening Pohoiki Boat Ramp on Hawaii Island. Why a recently dredged channel is now full of debris. A very good boy to tell you about this morning. We'll tag along with Ku Makani on his first day on the job with the Maui Police Department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu firefighters reveal what is hampering search efforts for a canoe paddler who went missing off Oahu. A federal lawsuit challenges Kamehameha Schools' admissions policy. The city's transportation director apologizes after closed elevators at a Skyline station inconvenienced weekend travelers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Change is on the way for anyone receiving SNAP benefits. The new requirements that will need to be followed to keep getting this essential aid. A fare-free weekend on-board the Skyline to celebrate the opening of the system's second segment. How many people turned out to give it a ride. Protect your packages. A new study details just how big a problem porch thefts are here in Hawaii. Where we stack up compared to the rest of the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news: A federal lawsuit has been filed against Kamehameha Schools alleging the school's admissions policy violates civil rights laws. Crews continue to search for a missing paddler in Windward Oahu who went missing in waters off Kailua yesterday morning. And tens of thousands of SNAP recipients in Hawaii will have to meet new work requirements to keep getting their benefits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands protested the Trump administration across Hawaii yesterday. Crowds gathered at the State Capitol and other locations amid the government shutdown. A live look at the strike ending as thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California and Hawaii return to work after a five-day walkout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds more Hawaii healthcare workers walk off the job. A Kauai man was arrested after an illegal fireworks explosion in broad daylight. And an early endorsement from the teachers union, why they're backing Jarrett Keohokalole for U.S. Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have an update to a stabbing at the Manana Skatepark in Pearl City. Police have charged a 48-year-old man, and the victim remains in serious condition. An overnight crash on Kalākaua Avenue near Ala Moana Boulevard brought out police, fire crews, and EMS. With the Pride Parade set to pass through the area today, we're watching closely for any changes to the route. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A busy opening day for Skyline's second segment with packed trains and excited riders. John Bolton, President Trump's former national security adviser, has been indicted, charged with illegally storing and transmitting classified information. And an activist from Kauai who was detained by the Israeli Navy is speaking out about her experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A busy opening day for Skyline's second segment with packed trains and excited riders. John Bolton, President Trump's former national security adviser, has been indicted, charged with illegally storing and transmitting classified information. And an activist from Kauai who was detained by the Israeli Navy is speaking out about her traumatic experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health care workers from Kapiolani Medical Center say they are striking over unfair labor practices, wages, and benefits. The state says the number of illnesses potentially linked to recalled Meadow Gold chocolate milk climbs to 15. And President Donald Trump criticized U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono, (D) Hawaii, claiming she is pushing for plans to build a train that would run from the mainland to Hawaii. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health alert: Meadow Gold Chocolate milk half-pints were sent out to nearly 200 local schools. From Halawa to Middle Street, the new segment opens to the public tomorrow. And it is day 15 of the government shutdown, and thousands of workers are feeling the strain of partial or missed paychecks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nine children fell ill at an Oahu elementary school, Hawaii Department of Health officials are investigating if it's connected to recalled Meadow Gold chocolate milk. A father and daughter accused of assaulting a Honolulu police officer appear in court. A dedication ceremony celebrated the second segment of Honolulu's rail project, Skyline, which is set to open to the public Thursday morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The chocolate milk recall that's impacting hundreds of local schools. How many child illnesses are now under investigation. The second segment of the Skyline is now open. We sent Jolanie Martinez to take some rides this morning. Staffing shortages are on the rise as air traffic controllers across the country are working without pay and calling out sick due to the government shutdown. What you need to know if you have a flight to catch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've seen a thousand “Hawaii travel hacks” online, but which ones actually work?In this episode, you'll discover 9 proven hacks locals actually use to save money, avoid crowds, and make your trip to Hawaii smoother and more authentic.If you've been planning a Hawaii trip and feel unsure which advice to trust, this episode is for you. Bryan breaks down the hacks that truly deliver—tested by locals, verified by travelers, and perfect for anyone wanting a more authentic island experience.In this episode of Hawaii's Best Travel, you'll learn how to travel smarter, spend less, and explore Hawaii with more confidence and aloha.

As Segment Two of the Honolulu rail system Skyline is set to open this week, city leaders are planning for the future. Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation CEO Lori Kahikina reveals what riders can expect in the new extension, the engineering feats her team completed, and what's next for the project. Then, City Council member Tyler Dos Santos-Tam explains how a bill could help Skyline extend even farther to the University of Hawaii at Manoa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kolaiah “Fuzzy” Jardine is a real estate developer, author, and co-founder of Hui Mastermind, a Hawaii-based community focused on empowering Native Hawaiians to build generational wealth. His journey took him from serving time in federal prison to creating a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio and developing affordable housing for local families. As the author of Priced Out of Paradise, Fuzzy is on a mission to teach others how to invest “the Pono way”—with integrity, community, and purpose.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Fuzzy's transformation from prison to property developer shows the power of mindset and purpose. “The crab in a bucket” mentality, surrounding yourself with the wrong people, keeps you stuck. Taking bold, decisive action (even when broke) can change your trajectory. Investing education is priceless when you're ready to implement it. “The Pono Way” means people before profit—help others first, and wealth follows.     Topics From Prison to Property Developer Fuzzy grew up in Oahu's multigenerational households, surrounded by love but also by poverty and addiction. After a prison sentence for drug-related charges, he discovered real estate through a white-collar inmate who taught classes on investing. Determined to change his life, Fuzzy came out of prison with a new mindset and a mission. Finding Purpose and Building Mindset Initial jobs included window washing, surfing instruction, and valet parking—three jobs just to survive in Hawaii. Realized hard work alone wasn't enough; financial education was key. Discovered Rich Dad Poor Dad and began pursuing real estate investing as a way to create generational wealth. The Turning Point: Fortune Builders While preparing to become a pilot, he heard a radio ad for a real estate training event and pivoted immediately. Borrowed $20K through a native Hawaiian loan and maxed out credit cards to join the program. His conviction came from being “sick and tired of working three jobs” and seeing his parents face foreclosure. Worked for free to gain hands-on experience and eventually became the go-to construction and development partner for other investors. Building Affordable Homes and a Legacy Now leading 60+ projects focused on affordable housing on Hawaii's Big Island. Emphasizes integrity and “The Pono Way”: helping families in distress before thinking of profits. Sees real estate as a means to restore opportunity for locals priced out of their own communities.    

Send us a textDoug and Drew are back from trips over the Pacific to Taipei and Honolulu. Our buddy Patrick returns to the show to talk about dragging aircraft around the airport and Drew around Oahu on a packed 2-day trip. We discuss:Getting to Taiwan around a typhoonNonreving to Hawaii and backQuestions on moving aircraftThe government shutdown starts affecting ATCUnited announces 6 new routes for summer 2026Delta 3rd Quarter resultsAirplane maintenance checksTwo perfect days on OahuJoin the Network! https://www.nexttripnetwork.com/

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The One With The Bucket Hat, The Surfboards, and Where's Waldo, AKA THE BUCKET HAT MYSTERY!   Official Description from NBCU: Paradise turns deadly in Oahu, Hawaii when an acupuncturist is shot dead in his clinic; investigators uncover the victim's tangled love life, pointing to several persons of interest - until surveillance video reveals a new and unexpected suspect. Keith Morrison reports.    Check out our Patreon or Supercast and get instant access to over 80 full length true crime episodes, our monthly livestreams, ad free episodes, Karen Read All About It episodes, and MORE! patreon.com/datedateline datedateline.supercast.com Or gift a Patreon subscription to a friend! https://www.patreon.com/datedateline/gift   Shopping with our sponsors is an easy way to support our show!   Feel the difference an extraordinary night's sleep can make with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollAndBranch.com/datedateline. Exclusions apply.   Right now, IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products—including the sampler pack—plus FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, text DATELINE to sixty-four thousand. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.   Fall is the time to Thrive! Maximize your look with minimal effort. Go to thrivecausemetics.com/DATEDATELINE for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order.   To advertise on this podcast please email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ad-sales@libsyn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠   Or go to:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/ADatewithDateline

When acupuncturist Jon Tokuhara is shot dead in his clinic, investigators uncover a tangled love life and several persons of interest -- until security video reveals an unexpected suspect. Keith Morrison reports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.