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Hawaii News Now

Hawaii News Now
Hawaii
Maui
Drip Hawaii
Honolulu
Hawaii Primary Elections
Tulsi Gabbard
Real Estate Commission Changes
University Of Hawaii
Rick Blangiardi
Robert Dumaran
Hurricane Ernesto
Hawaii Primary Election
Home Buying In Hawaii
Red Hill Fuel Contamination
Invasive Species
E-Bike Safety
Violent Crime
FBC Roofing
Kimo Alameda
Hawaii Weather

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.

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Latest Episodes

Why some North Shore residents are criticizing the government's response to the recent storms. Meanwhile, an important resource for local forecasters was not working during the back-to-back Kona lows. How it impacted our knowledge of the incoming rai... more

The Maui Fire Department has suspended the search for an elderly woman who was swept away during the back-to-back Kona low storms. The state is awaiting a response from the Trump administration on its request for a presidential disaster declaration. ... more

Tex 808 BBQ's pitmaster shows us what 12+ hours of slow-smoked perfection looks like — and how they're making game day catering effortless. Then, The Salvation Army celebrates 20 years of Revolution Hawaii, a 14-week program training young adults to ... more

Today on “Spotlight Now,” we’re looking at how Oahu is recovering after back-to-back Kona low storms caused severe flooding — from a North Shore boil water notice tied to a power shutoff, to debris removal and volunteer efforts across the island. Hea... more

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Dr. Ronald Black
Physician, Queens Island Urgent Care
Queen's Health Systems
Episode: HI Now Daily (March 17, 2026)
Kapalikūokalani Maile
Bishop Museum educator/org leader
Bishop Museum
Episode: HI Now Daily (March 17, 2026)
Andrew Rosen
President & CEO
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union
Episode: HI Now Daily (March 17, 2026)
Nicole Aguinaldo
President & CEO
Big Island Federal Credit Union
Episode: HI Now Daily (March 17, 2026)
Jaime Green
First Lady of Hawaii
Office of the Governor
Episode: Spotlight Now: Tackling hunger in Hawaii
Kayla Keehu-Alexander
Vice President of Community Impact
Aloha United Way
Episode: Spotlight Now: Tackling hunger in Hawaii
Manako Tanaka
Board member and gala chair for Hawaii LGBT Legacy Foundation
Hawaii LGBT Legacy Foundation
Episode: HI Now Daily (March 16, 2026)
Kristen Walji
Principal of Wheeler Middle School
Teach for America Hawaii (partner)
Episode: HI Now Daily (March 16, 2026)
Esther Kwan
Seventh grade teacher and vice principal
Teach for America Hawaii
Episode: HI Now Daily (March 16, 2026)

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • HI Now Daily commercials are too loud

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Epyon001
    United States2 years ago
  • HI Now Daily should be a separate show

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Epyon001
    United States2 years ago
  • HI Now Daily should be a separate show

    The morning and evening shows are great. HI Now Daily is not news and should be a completely separate show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Epyon001
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the morning and evening broadcasts

    The morning and evening shows are great. This is Now seems like it is aimed at a younger audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Epyon001
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the morning and evening broadcasts

    The best Hawai’i news podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Epyon001
    United States3 years ago

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Show delivers timely Hawaii news with a mix of weather, safety, and community stories.
Audio volume and editing quality are common concerns for a smoother listening experience.
Some listeners feel the format mirrors TV, desiring more podcast-tailored editing.
Listeners value local focus and practical Hawaii coverage.
Audience appreciates accessible, community-centered guests and local business profiles.

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Spotlight Now: Tackling hunger in Hawaii
Q: What steps are being taken at the state level to address this?
First Lady Jaime Green talks about legislative measures supporting Farm to School, regional kitchens, universal meals, and expanding free meals to ALICE families, with a long-term goal of universal school meals.
Spotlight Now: Tackling hunger in Hawaii
Q: What are the main challenges families face beyond hunger?
The guests discuss stigma, embarrassment about asking for help, and the broader financial pressures like mortgage, utilities, and gas, which keep families from accessing meals even when help exists.
Spotlight Now: Tackling hunger in Hawaii
Q: How widespread is food insecurity in Hawaii?
Amy Miller explains that 32% of Hawaii households experience food insecurity, with about 11% regularly skipping meals due to financial constraints, and 34% of households with children facing food insecurity, highlighting the scale and impact on families.
Spotlight Now: Progress on Hawaiian homes and the push to make housing affordable in Hawaii
Q: What financing models does Hawaii Community Lending offer to help families get on Hawaiian Home Lands?
Hawaii Community Lending provides project leases with financing for construction and permanent takeout, as well as zero-down mortgage products with lower credit-score requirements and non-traditional credit sources to help families qualify and move toward ownership.
Spotlight Now: Progress on Hawaiian homes and the push to make housing affordable in Hawaii
Q: How does the department plan to handle future development and avoid bottlenecks if funding is uncertain?
The strategy includes pursuing a dedicated funding stream, but also having backup mechanisms that involve annual legislative consideration for funding, and exploring other finance mechanisms like bonds, tax credits, and partnerships to sustain progress.

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What is Hawaii News Now about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on Hawaii-centered news, politics, infrastructure, public safety, and community stories, blending on-site reporting, weather updates, and human-interest segments. Episodes frequently cover local government decisions, infrastructure projects, consumer issues, and cultural happenings, with occasional national context shaping island coverage. A standout aspect is the mix of hard news, practical guidance for residents, and local enterprise profiles, offering both timely updates and deeper looks at Hawaii's communities and economy.

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Hawaii News Now launched 6 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. Dr. Ronald Black
2. Kapalikūokalani Maile
3. Andrew Rosen
4. Nicole Aguinaldo
5. Jaime Green
6. Kayla Keehu-Alexander
7. Manako Tanaka
8. Kristen Walji

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