Hawaii News Now

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Sunrise 5 a.m. (October 26, 2026)

A flood watch goes into effect across the state tomorrow. Guy has details on when the heavy rains will start to affect you coming up. A heads up for downtown drivers as a

Oct 26
21 min

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (October 25, 2026)

With General Election Day just over a week away, political experts weigh in on why Hawaii is seeing a sluggish start to voter turnout. HART construction pushes ahead as c

Oct 26
24 min

Sunrise at 7 a.m. (October 25, 2026)

On Sunrise: A 16-year-old boy is hospitalized as police investigate an attempted murder in Waianae. Waialua neighbors unite over a decades-long flooding concern and long-

Oct 25
17 min

Sunrise at 7 a.m. (October 24, 2026)

On Sunrise: New developments in the Maili stabbing case as police find the woman accused of attempted murder. Before you toss old prescriptions, we’ll share where you can

Oct 24
19 min

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (October 23, 2026)

A historic church on Hawaii Island was targeted in a senseless act of vandalism this week. Those who love and care for the church shared their heartbreak over the damage.

Oct 24
23 min

First at 4 p.m. (Oct. 23, 2026)

A vacant lot in Kakaako could be the beginning of a huge development for the benefit of Native Hawaiians. As the Kalapana community cleans up the mess left behind at a hi

Oct 24
24 min

HI Now Daily (October 23, 2026)

Local grindz, Kapolei plans and everyday style. Today’s show features fresh granola and easy game-day bites at Foodland Farms Ala Moana plus Hawaii-inspired ramen and cos

Oct 24
43 min

This Is Now (Oct. 23, 2026)

Hawaii Island's prosecutor has charged a Hilo man with possession of child pornography. Also on the Big Island, a woman was killed in Hilo yesterday evening when a sedan

Oct 23
22 min

Sunrise 5 a.m. (October 23, 2026)

A decision on the new CEO of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs has been delayed. Why this is the case, despite the majority being in agreement of who they wish to select. Pl

Oct 23
20 min

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (October 22, 2026)

Honolulu police arrested a domestic violence suspect for attempted murder after he allegedly opened fire on officers in Kailua. On Hawaii Island, the county selected temp

Oct 23
23 min

First at 4 p.m. (October 22, 2026)

Facing intense public scrutiny and political pressure, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs trustees are delaying a decision on selecting their next CEO. In Kailua, a domestic

Oct 23
23 min

HI Now Daily (October 22, 2026)

Come with us to the Prince Waikiki Hotel to check out one of their best kept secrets (with the most amazing view). Then, sit down with us and the title character for the

Oct 23
43 min

This Is Now (Oct. 22, 2026)

Happening now, passionate testimony as the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is trying to determine who will be its next CEO. Hawaii Island has a new fire chief - after a length

Oct 23
22 min

Sunrise at 5 a.m. (October 22, 2026)

A national network is coming together to aid Oahu farms and homes that have been damaged by the recent severe weather. How you can get involved and help as well. Plus, th

Oct 22
20 min

First at 4 p.m. (October 21, 2026)

An East Oahu botanical garden is taking new steps to protect beloved trees in the ongoing battle against the coconut rhinoceros beetle. We hear reaction from both sides f

Oct 22
21 min

HI Now Daily (October 21, 2026)

Giving back, gathering together and getting ready for the holidays. On today’s show we talk about Hilo's HEROWEEN tribute, a Meals on Wheels milestone, easy Thanksgiving

Oct 22
43 min

This Is Now (Oct. 21, 2026)

After being wrongfully detained in Russia for years, a retired teacher from Michigan is on his way home. Back here at home, a man accused of a fatal stabbing in Makiki al

Oct 21
22 min

Sunrise 5 a.m. (October 21, 2026)

atimes are tough, something scammers are well aware of. Why homeowners are being targetted... and the red flags you need to be watching out for. Voters on Oahu have a lot

Oct 21
19 min

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (October 20, 2026)

New court records reveal disturbing texts sent to an ex-girlfriend before a deadly stabbing on Young Street. Meanwhile, state regulators are warning struggling homeowners

Oct 21
23 min

Spotlight Now: Tommy Waters on future; charter amendments explained (October 20, 2026)

Honolulu City Council Chair Tommy Waters discusses the state Supreme Court decision that ruled him ineligible to run for another term, council leadership and a possible r

Oct 21
55 min

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What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

The morning and evening shows are great, but the frequent commercials with the HI Now Daily host yelling, “Live,” is jarringly loud, especially when listening with earphones.

Epyon001 · Feb 2024

Really love that this is available as a podcast, I can listen to it around the house easily without loading live stream or TV. Please fix the volume levels! I have to adjust the volume pretty often. Or lower the ad volumes— “STRESS IS NORMAL…” makes me jump. Mahalo!

dacapoalfine · Sep 2022

I appreciate being able to get my daily local news via podcast, but the audio levels are rather low (that’s an easy fix!), and I also feel like it could be better edited to fit the medium — such as not having the long television transition music or traffic reports. Since many people are not listening to these podcasts live, the “live” traffic reports are not timely and they are irrelevant. My recommendation is to tailor the podcast to an audio / podcast listener, not just a straight pull from the television broadcast, because it’s kind of obvious that it’s just a cut and paste! A few simple edits will make this program a lot more enjoyable.

Happy as the sun · Aug 2020

Please up your audio level. I understand that this is a direct audio rip from the TV broadcast so the quality is not going to be amazing like NPR where it’s recorded like a radio but please at least increase your audio. The voices of the anchors is so soft that I have to turn the audio way up.

don.hi · Sep 2020

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