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 Sylvia Luke.

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&nbsp;entered&nbsp;the race for lieutenant governor, challenging incumbent Sylvia Luke.

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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.

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.

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Bishop Museum's new Aloha Bricks '26: Stories of Hawai'i exhibition is now open! We're talking with Kapalikūokalani Maile, Education Programs Manager, at Bishop Museum, about the family-friendly exhibit featuring LEGO-inspired displays of iconic Hawaii landmarks, native species, and mosaics built by middle school students from 50 schools across the state.

Bishop Museum's new Aloha Bricks '26: Stories of Hawai'i exhibition is now open! We're talking with Kapalikūokalani Maile, Education Programs Manager, at Bishop Museum, about the family-friendly exhibit featuring LEGO-inspired displays of iconic Hawaii landmarks, native species, and mosaics built by middle school students from 50 schools across the state.

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Food insecurity remains a growing concern across Hawaii. On this episode of “Spotlight Now,” we'll look at what the latest data says, and what families are facing. Here to guide the conversation are:
Hawaii Foodbank CEO Amy Miller, who shares striking findings from the Foodbank’s recent report on food insecurity.
First lady Jaime Green, who addresses the expansion of free school lunch access for students and the impact on families.
Aloha United Way vice president of community impact Kayla Keehu-Alexander on what her team is seeing through the 211 helpline and how local nonprofits are handling demand.

Food insecurity remains a growing concern across Hawaii. On this episode of &ldquo;Spotlight Now,&rdquo; we'll look at what the latest data says, and what families are facing. Here to guide the conversation are:
<ul>
<li>Hawaii Foodbank CEO Amy Miller, who shares striking findings from the Foodbank&rsquo;s recent report on food insecurity.</li>
<li>First lady Jaime Green, who addresses the expansion of free school lunch access for students and the impact on families.</li>
<li>Aloha United Way vice president of community impact Kayla Keehu-Alexander on what her team is seeing through the 211 helpline and how local nonprofits are handling demand.</li>
</ul>

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