City officials are working to address a large homeless encampment along Keehi Stream in Kalihi that includes a floating two-story structure anchored in the middle of the waterway. Plus, U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, gathered experts Thursday to discuss the Trump administration’s decision to cut federal funding to hundreds of minority-serving institutions (MSIs).

City officials are working to address a large homeless encampment along Keehi Stream in Kalihi that includes a floating two-story structure anchored in the middle of the waterway. Plus, U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, gathered experts Thursday to discuss the Trump administration&rsquo;s decision to cut federal funding to hundreds of minority-serving institutions (MSIs).

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Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (February 26, 2026)

HPD has opened a robbery investigation in Kaka'ako we'll tell you what we know so far about the incident. Plus, 20 people were displaced by two large fires on Oahu last week we'll show you the extent of the damage. Do you think you have "digital balance" in your life? We'll share some tips on how you can make sure social media isn't ruining your mental health. 

 

HPD has opened a robbery investigation in Kaka'ako we'll tell you what we know so far about the incident. Plus, 20 people were displaced by two large fires on Oahu last week we'll show you the extent of the damage. Do you think you have "digital balance" in your life? We'll share some tips on how you can make sure social media isn't ruining your mental health.&nbsp;
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Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 2, 2026)

Honolulu police are investigating a serious pedestrian crash on South King Street near Kahuna Lane.Grassroots organizers rallied yesterday, calling for unity amid deepening political divisions. A mainland Little League team got a taste of Hawaii, more on how baseball and aloha turned their tournament connection into something more.

Honolulu police are investigating a serious pedestrian crash on South King Street near Kahuna Lane.Grassroots organizers rallied yesterday, calling for unity amid deepening political divisions. A mainland Little League team got a taste of Hawaii, more on how baseball and aloha turned their tournament connection into something more.

Sunrise at 7 a.m. (March 1, 2026)

Sirens sounded across Israel after Israel and the United States carried out attacks against Iran overnight. Kauai Police are searching for two individuals in separate cases: a 12-year-old girl last seen over a month ago and a 27-year-old woman last seen Wednesday. West Oahu police are investigating a deadly shooting that took place Friday, and what we currently know on the suspect.

Sirens sounded across Israel after Israel and the United States carried out attacks against Iran overnight. Kauai Police are searching for two individuals in separate cases: a 12-year-old girl last seen over a month ago and a 27-year-old woman last seen Wednesday. West Oahu police are investigating a deadly shooting that took place Friday, and what we currently know on the suspect.

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (February 26, 2026)

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