
The podcast home of Hawaii's source for breaking news. Hawaii News Now is the state's leader for breaking news, weather alerts, traffic updates and sports headlines, plus the latest headlines on the issues that impact you and your families the most — including the global coronavirus pandemic.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 304 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNewsBusiness News | |||

New details emerge in Hawaii's growing corruption case after a late-night fire sends dozens of firefighters to Downtown Honolulu. And Honolulu police are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run that seriously injured a pedestrian in Kapahu... more
An Oahu grand jury has indicted five people, including Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, in what experts are calling the biggest bribery scandal in state history. The state health department has confirmed two more cases of cyclosporiasis in Hawaii residents who ... more
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President Trump had a warning for Russia and China regarding the conflict in Iran, as the White House launches new tariffs against dozens of countries including U.S. allies. Hawaii is among 25 states suing the Trump administration over new conditions... more
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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.
The morning and evening shows are fine. It would be nice if the news shows were kept separate from the program-length commercials and other fluff shows.
The morning and evening shows are great. HI Now Daily is not news and should be a completely separate show.
The morning and evening shows are great. This is Now seems like it is aimed at a younger audience.
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The program showcases a heavy emphasis on local news, weather, traffic, and public safety, with frequent on-site reporting, breaking events, and human-interest segments that spotlight Hawaii's communities, businesses, and governance. Episodes balance urgent breaking coverage with community stories, educational explainers, and local features (from small businesses to university initiatives), making it a practical listen for professionals who need timely, actionable Hawaii-focused information and context. A notable strength is its ecosystem of familiar on-air personalities covering diverse beats, which helps deliver a consistent, locally trusted perspective across multiple islands. Potential sponsors and guests can expect strong ties to local... more
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Hawaii News Now launched 7 years ago and published 304 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Hawaii News Now include:
1. Laurie Kaikina
2. Janelle Bain
3. Chelsea Evans
4. Dori Kalisham
5. Dorothy Zwornak
6. Rose (Dorothy's co-guest credited as Rose)
7. Dorothy (as Dorothy Zwornak credited as Dorothy)
8. Megan Massacre
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