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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.
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- Today20 min
Sunrise 5 a.m. (July 31, 2026)
Trial is set for the 4 officials charged in the COVID bribery case, including Hawaii's Lieutenant Governor. What we've learned about their possible defense. We're just over a week away from Primary Election Day. We focus this morning on the race to be Kauai's next Mayor and how the candidates promise to serve the Garden Isle. Casey Lund, who apparently was tired of being stuck in the studio with us, will join us live from Hawaii Island! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today23 min
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (July 30, 2026)
Trustees at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs clashed at a board meeting Wednesday over how to handle an independent investigative report connected to retaliation allegations by the agency’s CEO, Stacy Kealohalani Ferreira. Meanwhile, plans to fumigate a controversial condominium in downtown Honolulu Thursday morning ended with a standoff and renewed cries for help from residents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today22 min
First at 4 p.m. (July 30, 2026)
Four current and former state officials, including Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke pleaded not guilty to bribery and conspiracy charges this morning. A 65-year-old woman is in critical condition after she was hit by a vehicle near Alakawa Street and Nimitz. And we've been following the battle at Union Plaza between its owners and tenants. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today43 min
HI Now Daily (July 30, 2026)
From connecting with aina in the loʻi to keeping our furry family members healthy, we are exploring what makes Hawaii thrive. On today’s show we learn ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi while harvesting kalo at Kualoa Ranch and see how a veterinary team helps beloved pets heal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday22 min
This Is Now (July 30, 2026)
Four of the five defendants in the state's biggest bribery case made their first court appearance today. Police have charged 24-year-old Austin Otto Smith in connection with a stabbing inside the Wahiawa McDonalds on Monday. And Honolulu fire investigators have determined a fire was intentionally set in the basement of an Alewa Heights home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday19 min
Sunrise 5 a.m. (July 30, 2026)
A plea hearing in what's being called the biggest bribery scandal in state history. What we're expecting in court. Plus, HPD is continuing to work to solve its staffing problem. How the department is incorporating technology to get more applicants. We'll tell you all about credit card swipe fees, as well as why they are continuing to go up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday23 min
Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (July 29, 2026)
A Laie woman was sentenced to 10 years in prison Wednesday for beating to death her 11-year-old adopted daughter. Plus, a law firm is appealing a Maui judge’s ruling over how attorneys will be paid from the multibillion-dollar wildfire settlement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday22 min
First at 4 p.m. (July 29, 2026)
A Laie woman learns her sentence today for the beating death of her adopted daughter. Then, Windward lawmakers push back on Mayor Blangiardi's controversial new landfill plan. Plus, a 22-year-old is fighting for his life after a gruesome, early morning crash on Oahu's North Shore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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