Hawaii News Now

Hawaii Island sees a dramatic increase in both major crashes and fatal accidents... We've got the startling statistics. A fatal shooting at an illegal game room... Why residents say the problem needs to be fixed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, see how you can support regenerative agriculture without leaving town! We’re live at a chocolate factory in Kakaʻako. Plus, learn about the local stewards being used to protect popular hiking trails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nearly two days of deliberation, a federal jury returned a not guilty verdict Friday in the sprawling bribery case against Keith Kaneshiro, Honolulu’s longest-serving prosecutor. The decision comes nearly two years after Kaneshiro and five others were indicted on conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, bribery and conspiracy against rights. Verdicts were also handed down for the others in the case — all campaign donors affiliated with a high-profile Honolulu engineering firm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heavy rains from a kona low weather system drenched the west end of the state on Thursday, flooding roadways, downing trees and snarling the morning commute. And forecasters warn more wet weather could be on the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One man is dead and two others remain hospitalized following a shooting in Wahiawa Thursday night. The incident happened around 9:30 p.m. at what police are calling an illegal gambling establishment on Kamehameha Highway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Water rising. We are closely monitoring the levels at the Wilson Reservoir as Oahu is set for another day of rain. How close the water is to the flood threshold. Ready for the storm. Maui County officials say they prepared for severe weather since last week and are ready for emergencies. How you can sign up to stay informed. Weapons ban lifted. A new state law allows people to openly carry weapons that were banned in public. We spoke to a man who used his new freedom in Waikiki. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On todayʻs episode of HI Now Daily, we have an amazing deal for kamaʻāina in need of a staycation on Hawaiʻi Island. Stick around for a tour of a premium tower suite and hear the inspiration behind the menu at the Lagoon Grill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heavy rains from a kona low weather system are drenching the west end of the state, flooding roadways, downing trees and snarling the morning commute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heavy rains from a kona low weather system are drenching the west end of the state, flooding roadways, downing trees and snarling the morning commute. A flood advisory is posted for Oahu and a flood watch is up for Kauai and Maui County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The governor has signed an emergency proclamation and pledged an all-of-government response to a kona low system nearing the islands that forecasters warn could bring record rains, flash flooding and thunderstorms. The city has also activated its Emergency Operations Center. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a first alert weather day. We have team coverage tracking the weather and traffic conditions this morning to keep you safe. What roads to avoid and when a break in the rain could come. Point-in-time count. The results are in from the annual census of Hawaii's homeless population. How does 2024 compare to previous years? Nightmare scenario. Crews rescued eight people who got trapped in an elevator at a Waikiki hotel. Why some needed to be hospitalized. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we travel to Hawaiʻi Island to tour a hand-grown vanilla farm and a luxurious suite with expansive ocean views. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This latest round of wet weather follows days of heavy showers and flooding for parts of the state, especially windward Oahu. All of the rain left drivers stranded on flooded roads and filled streams to the limit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Closing arguments started in the public corruption trial for ex-city prosecutor Keith Kaneshiro and employees of a politically connected Honolulu business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Closing arguments begin in the public corruption trial against ex-city Prosecutor Keith Kaneshiro. We've got the latest on what's next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hush money trial update. Former President Donald Trump's lawyers began cross-examining the prosecution's key witness. How his team is questioning Michael Cohen. Stabbing suspect arrest. After days on the run the suspect in a fatal Waianae stabbing is taken in. The latest on the investigation. A consumer alert as a line of lawnmowers are being recalled. The potential dangers they pose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You don’t have to be a great golfer to participate in an upcoming fundraiser for Hawaii’s middle school students! HI Now Daily finds out about the event and how you can get involved. Plus, exquisite jewelry and luxury vacations are all part of an auction to benefit local children with critical illnesses. Mahalo for watching! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Josh Green highlights legislative wins and recovery steps for Maui in the latest episode of "Spotlight Now." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After days of heavy rains, Hawaii is bracing for another drenching as a kona low approaches the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Molokai, there are so few medical services that people can’t get an MRI, surgery or anesthesia on island. Most specialized care also requires a plane trip to Oahu or Maui. Hawaii News Now found residents are resigned to the lack of care, but resilient in dealing with the challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.