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The city’s Department of Parks and Recreation announced that all facilities at the Waipio Soccer Complex will be closed for continued maintenance and renovation efforts. The closure will last for eight weeks, and officials said the goal is to increase the quality of the fields to tournament-level specifications. This includes eradicating weeds, increasing new grass growth, leveling uneven surfaces and other repairs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re celebrating Lei Day! On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, a local lei maker shows us how she turns the flowers she grows into unique creations. Plus, host Kainoa meets mascot Kainoa, and award-winning musician Henry Kapono treats us to a live studio performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police have arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting overnight in Kalihi that left a 23-year-old man. Authorities believe the violence wasn’t a random act. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a new development, the state Department of Health has rejected the Navy’s Red Hill plan for sampling groundwater. This relates to the Navy discharging treated water from Red Hill to the Halawa Stream, which was first authorized back in 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're tracking breaking news out of Kalihi this morning. Police are searching for a gunman who shot and killed a man. We have the latest developments. Another recovery milestone. A new medical clinic has opened in Lahaina. The services they are offering. Today is May Day. It's also International Workers' Day. Our Casey Lund is live in Waikiki where hospitality workers are set to rally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Josh Green joined other state and county leaders Tuesday for a groundbreaking ceremony on a $115 million housing project to help 450 households for up to five years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lechon kawali and Shanghai lumpia are on the menu on today’s episode of HI Now Daily. Plus, we’ll reveal how you can give your mom the gift of great skin with a giveaway from a local med spa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is regenerative tourism? Today on "Spotlight Now," a conversation about what the future of Hawaii tourism might look like — and what it will take to get there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Josh Green joined other state and county leaders Tuesday for a groundbreaking ceremony on a $115 million housing project to help 450 households for up to five years. The “interim” housing is seen as a way to get hundreds out of hotels or other short-term housing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii leaders, Kaiser Permanente staff and Maui community partners are gathering Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of a new clinic in Lahaina. Kaiser Permanente is opening up a new 5,200-square-foot facility after its original clinic was destroyed in the fires. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day two of the Red Hill trial. After an emotional first day testimony is set to continue today. Casey Lund will follow this for us throughout the morning. Kicked out of custody by accident. Sources say an OCCC inmate was told told to leave by correctional officers. The steps being taken to make sure this doesn't happen again. Good news for Hawaii tax payers. A big break could be coming your way. How much money could you save? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re live at the Honolulu Museum of Art to give you a look at their newest exhibits and help you plan your visit. Plus, Rachel heads live to Diamond Bakery to learn more about their most iconic products. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tears in court today as families who were sickened by fuel tainted tap water went before a federal judge. They're suing the U.S. government, which says it already took responsibility for the 2021 disaster that impacted more than 90,000 people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A large federal trial over the 2021 fuel leak at Red Hill begins Monday. The trial will call dozens of witnesses — and plaintiffs’ attorneys say it’s about the “extent of the harm.” The government admits it was responsible for the Red Hill fuel spills, but a Honolulu federal judge must decide how much those impacted could get in damages for their illnesses and medical bills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A suspect is in Honolulu police custody after an overnight barricade in Mililani. Officials say the barricade situation came to an end around 5 a.m. Sunday. after the suspect was apprehended. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beginning today. The federal trial for the families harmed by the Red Hill fuel leak. We spoke to one of the people suing how he describes feeling after drinking the tainted water. A beautiful legacy. Loved ones held a celebration of life ceremony for a beloved Hawaii broadcaster. How those closest to her honored her memory. It's small business week on Oahu. Our Casey Lund is live with some helpful resources for owners and job seekers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police responded to a barricade situation in Mililani last night shortly before 10 pm. An OCCC inmate didn't report back, now police are looking for him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five men were hurt after a boat explosion and fire, what we know this morning. And we now know the cause of a fire at a small business complex in Kakaako late last week. We'll have details on that coming up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crews are responding to a docked boat fire at Pier 36 that has left at least two people injured on Friday afternoon. According to the Honolulu Fire Department, crews received a 911 call for the fire around 3:30 p.m. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even if mom says she doesn’t need anything, she’d probably love fresh flowers! On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’ll showcase where to get the best deals and how to snag free delivery to mom. Plus, McKenna is live at a local gallery with an opportunity for you to meet the artist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.