First at 4 p.m. (March 19, 2026)

Hundreds of Hawaii Island residents are now going on nearly a full week without power. Days after dangerous floods forced evacuations, the Waialua community is bracing for another stretch of heavy rain. And the trial started today for the attempted murder case of a Maui doctor accused of trying to …

This Is Now (March 19, 2026)

The attempted murder trial is underway for the Maui doctor accused of trying to push his wife off a cliff at Oahu's Pali Lookout trail nearly one year ago. Mayor Blangiardi delivered his state of the city address last night, where he outlined his administration's accomplishments and touched on plan…

Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 19, 2026)

Another First Alert Weather Day. Our team is tracking the potential for flash flooding and its impact on your weekend. This comes after the recent marathon storm system that hit the islands last week. We talk with residents who are still without power. Weight loss drugs are taking the nation by sto…

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 18, 2026)

The Honolulu Police Department is facing a lawsuit after a high-ranking officer allegedly took a screenshot of an internal message detailing a teen sex assault case and sent it to a friend. Plus, a South Maui bridal shop is asking the community for help in finding a new retail space to continue ser…

First at 4 p.m. (March 18, 2026)

Supplies were handed out on Hawaii Island, with some residents out of power for days following the storm. Meanwhile, Oahu drivers are dealing with rough roads and growing concerns over vehicle damage. And police are searching for the suspect behind a brazen midday robbery at The Wedding Ring Shop.

HI Now Daily (March 18, 2026)

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This Is Now (March 18, 2026)

The state is closing one lane of Kamehameha Highway near Waimea Bay to stabilize the hillside after heavy rains stripped vegetation. Hawaiian Electric crews are still working to restore power following the recent storm. A city bus driver who crashed into a tree in Kalihi has died.

Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 18, 2026)

Lingering impacts from the recent storms. Some residents are being forced to climb dozens of stories to run simple errands. It's been a long road for some repairs. A tough pill to swallow at the gas pump. The new mark we've now crossed in Hawaii, as we all pay more to fill up. Using AI for financia…

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 17, 2026)

A Kihei Kai rental complex collapsed during the Kona low early Saturday. On Oahu, a city bus driver is in critical condition after crashing into a tree on North Vineyard Boulevard early this morning. Plus, Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami entered the race for lieutenant governor, challenging incumbent Sy…

First at 4 p.m. (March 17, 2026)

The recent Kona storm left significant damage across the state, including a Kihei condo that got knocked off its foundation. On Oahu, High-rise residents are struggling after severe weather knocked out elevator service. Plus, Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami announced his bid for lieutenant governor.