Hawaii News Now

Hawaii News Now
  • 4.2 (65)
  • BUSINESS NEWS
  • UPDATED DAILY

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.

  1. Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (January 16, 2026)

    2H AGO

    Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (January 16, 2026)

    A homeless man who was wrongfully imprisoned for decades was found dead in upcountry Maui late last month as the Hawaii Innocence Project was preparing to move forward with his compensation claim. Plus, hundreds of African Cape antelope now roam the private island of Niihau, where the Robinson family has turned an exotic animal rescue into a unique business opportunity aimed at preserving Hawaiian culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    24 min
  2. First at 4 p.m. (January 16, 2026)

    7H AGO

    First at 4 p.m. (January 16, 2026)

    Thousands march to Iolani Palace, honoring nearly 133 years since the illegal overthrow of the monarchy. Honolulu police issue a dozen citations during the department's latest e-bike crackdown. New affordable housing is scheduled to open near Ala Moana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
  3. HI Now Daily (January 16, 2026)

    7H AGO

    HI Now Daily (January 16, 2026)

    On this episode of HI Now Daily, we're LIVE at the Polynesian Bowl! Plus, we’re showing the best gift ideas from Big Island Candies for Lunar New Year & Valentine’s Day—perfect treats for your loved ones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    45 min
  4. This Is Now (January 16, 2026)

    11H AGO

    This Is Now (January 16, 2026)

    The Onipa'a Peace March begins in honor of Queen Lili'uokalani's 1893 overthrow. Hundreds of Kaiser Permanente nurses and workers plan to walk off the job, joining thousands more in California. Police determine a possible factor in a fatal overnight crash that killed one driver and injured another. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
  5. Sunrise 5 a.m. (January 16, 2026)

    14H AGO

    Sunrise 5 a.m. (January 16, 2026)

    Another nurses strike is on the horizon. We'll tell you the demands and claims against Kaiser and how it'll impact operations. Lawmakers are suggesting a new move to reduce traffic deaths. How about putting drivers to the test again? A 12-year-old raises more than $110,000 to honor Pearl Harbor. Casey Lund is live there this morning to explain how. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min
  6. Hawaii News Now at 10 p.m. (January 15, 2026)

    1D AGO

    Hawaii News Now at 10 p.m. (January 15, 2026)

    On Hawaii Island, sources say a man in his 20s has died after a head-on collision in Hilo. Meanwhile, the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority began a series of statewide workshops Thursday as it prepares to take over management of the mountain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
  7. First at 4 p.m. (January 15, 2026)

    1D AGO

    First at 4 p.m. (January 15, 2026)

    Thousands of Kaiser Permanente employees announced their plans for a strike for the second time in three months. Hawaii Republicans and a housing developer call for action during a heated discussion about housing costs. Police continue searching for a gunman after a 22-year-old man was hospitalized. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
  8. HI Now Daily (January 15, 2026)

    1D AGO

    HI Now Daily (January 15, 2026)

    On this episode of HI Now Daily, we’re sipping on health-conscious local coffee, getting muddy in the loʻi, and taking a look at HNN’s special Priced Out of Paradise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    45 min
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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.

Information

  • Channel
    Hawaii News Now
  • Creator
    Hawaii News Now
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    127
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Hawaii News Now
  • Show Website
    Hawaii News Now

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