First at 4 p.m. (September 7, 2026)

Shifting closer to the islands, Hurricane Lowell is bringing destructive winds, heavy rains, and dangerous surf. Schools and the Lihue airport have been shut down ahead of the storm, with five refuge areas now open for residents seeking safety. While the worst conditions are expected overnight, fla…

Kauai officials urge public to stay home as Hurricane Lowell nears | Full press conference | Sept. 7, 2026

Hurricane conditions are anticipated for Kauaʻi County Monday and will continue into Tuesday as Hurricane Lowell passes west of Niʻihau. State and Kauaʻi County offices, public schools, Kaua‘i Community College and Hawaiʻi State Judiciary facilities on Kauaʻi will be closed Tuesday. Kauaʻi Mayor De…

Sunrise 5 a.m. (Sept. 7, 2026)

It's a First Alert Weather Day as Hurricane Lowell continues its track toward Kauai County. A hurricane warning is in effect for Kauai and Niihau, but the entire state could see severe conditions from the category 3 storm, including heavy rains, strong winds, and extremely dangerous surf. 

Sunrise at 7 a.m. (September 5, 2026)

We track Hurricane Lowell as it turn towards the islands for the powerful category 4 storm. State crews are busy clearing waterways to prepare for the storm ahead. Plus, Catholic Charities Hawaii delivers free meals to kupuna.

First at 4 p.m. (September 4, 2026)

As Hawaii keeps a close eye on Hurricane Lowell's path, Gov. Josh Green and other state and county leaders explain the emergency resources and preparations being put into place. Kauai residents remain on edge with Lowell expected to make a hard turn north, bringing back haunting memories of Iniki. …

HI Now Daily (September 4, 2026)

From special celebrations to weekend events, we’re highlighting what’s happening around Oʻahu. Plus, enjoy a lion dance performance and catch some talented young musicians taking the stage.

FULL BRIEFING: State, counties mobilize resources ahead of Hurricane Lowell | September 4, 2026

State and county emergency crews are actively mobilizing personnel and heavy equipment across the islands as Hurricane Lowell threatens a northward turn toward the state. Gov. Josh Green joined Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami, Hawaiʻi Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan and National Weathe…

Sunrise at 5 a.m. (September 4, 2026)

A crucial lifeline brings feeding relief to families still recovering from Hurricane Lala.  Passengers on a Hawaiian Airlines flight experience terrifying moments on board in California.  Plus, we explore a cautionary tale of tech-reliant hikers that might make you second-guess your trust in AI.  …

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (September 3, 2026)

Kauai residents are on alert with the forecast for Hurricane Lowell maintaining a turn to the north. Ocean Safety is putting more lifeguards on duty as the storm is expected to generate powerful, damaging, and warning-level surf. Helicopter companies on Hawaii Island pitch in to help a kumu hula de…

First at 4 p.m. (September 3, 2026)

With several storms moving toward the islands, Gov. Josh Green issued a statewide emergency proclamation that opens the Major Disaster Fund to help with any disaster relief operations. Preparations for Hurricane Lowell are evoking memories of Hurricane Iniki for many on Kauai, including a journalis…