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Sunrise 5 a.m. (Sept. 15, 2026)

A church on Hawaii Island that dates back to nearly 200 years ago is still working to recover from Hurricane Lala. Meanwhile, the Hawaii Foodbank is ready to distribute h

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (September 14, 2026)

One week after Hurricane Lowell devastated Kauai, recovery efforts continue with power restoration underway and county officials assessing extensive fire damage at the Li

First at 4 p.m. (September 14, 2026)

One week after Hurricane Lowell devastated Kauai, recovery efforts continue as crews work to restore power and reopen local schools. A look into what is behind an abrupt,

HI Now Daily (September 14, 2026)

Soulful island country music and sportsmanship for a meaningful cause. Tune in to catch local recording artist Taulia Lave performing live, plus see how players are hitti

This Is Now (Sept. 14, 2026)

Remnants from Norbert could bring some wet weather to parts of the state this week, and it looks like another Tropical Storm could be forming in the Eastern Pacific any d

Sunrise 5 a.m. (Sept. 14, 2026)

The latest numbers from the Kauai Island Utility Cooperative as its crews work to restore power to the island. AI could become smarter than its human creators -- that's t

Sunrise at 7 a.m. (September 13, 2026)

Thousands of Kauai residents remain without power as recovery efforts press forward in the wake of Hurricane Lowell. Drivers should prepare for delays near the Hanalei Br

Sunrise at 7 a.m. (September 12, 2026)

Kauaʻi is taking major steps forward after Hurricane Lowell, but the recovery is far from over. A powerful show of light and aloha will fill the streets of Lahaina tonigh

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (September 11, 2026)

On Kauaʻi’s south shore, residents in Poʻipū are picking up the pieces after losing their homes and businesses to Hurricane Lowell. Plus, Organizations across Hawaiʻi are

First at 4 p.m. (September 11, 2026)

On the anniversary of Hurricane Iniki, 34 years ago, Kauai is focused on stabilizing after Hurricane Lowell, while keeping a wary eye on Tropical Storm Norbert as it head

HI Now Daily (September 11, 2026)

Coffee, community and culture are in the spotlight on today’s show. We’re learning about a special coffee created to honor September 11, a local program giving back throu

This is Now: Hawaii marks 25 years since 9/11 (September 11, 2026)

A 9/11 remembrance ceremony was held at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu this morning to honor fallen service members as hundreds of first responders an

Sunrise 5 a.m. (September 11, 2026)

Kauaʻi faces a long road to recovery after Hurricane Lowell. The U.S. pauses today to mark 25 years since the September 11th attacks. Plus, a Hawaiʻi college is giving st

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (September 10, 2026)

Rain made for a difficult drive for Kaʻū residents Wednesday night, weeks after Hurricane Lala hit the area. Meanwhile, residents at Mākaha Valley Towers have spent four

First at 4 p.m. (September 10, 2026)

Lingering power outages from Hurricane Lowell have triggered a travel nightmare for passengers at Lihue Airport. Across Kauai's battered North Shore, weary residents are

HI Now Daily (September 10, 2026)

Protecting coastlines, mentoring local talent and celebrating the heart of our islands. Discover how legendary artists are uplifting the next generation of Hawaiʻi musici

This Is Now (September 10, 2026)

Power has been restored to roughly 56% of Kauai Island Utility Cooperative members across towns from Kapaa to Waimea, but widespread challenges persist islandwide. In Kea

Sunrise 5 a.m. (Sept. 10, 2026)

Amid blackouts on Kauai, a large fire breaks out in Lihue in a building that was running on a generator. Casey Lund is live this morning with one organization that helps

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (September 9, 2026)

Governor Josh Green is visiting Kauai to see the widespread devastation firsthand as state and county crews begin assessing the damage. With the majority of the island's

First at 4 p.m. (Septemeber 9, 2026)

Governor Josh Green is on Kauai assessing the severe damage left behind by Hurricane Lowell as most of the island remains without power. In Hanapepe and across west Kauai