Big reveals and bold flavors. We’re LIVE with a new mural and community contest unveiling a fresh look at local energy. Plus, a new smoked chicken dish hits the menu, and a sneak peek at the world premiere of the first professional Hawaiian opera.

Big reveals and bold flavors. We&rsquo;re LIVE with a new mural and community contest unveiling a fresh look at local energy. Plus, a new smoked chicken dish hits the menu, and a sneak peek at the world premiere of the first professional Hawaiian opera.

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.

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 &mdash; including the global coronavirus pandemic.

The podcast home of Hawaii's source for breaking news.

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HI Now Daily celebrates the best things about living in Hawaii. We highlight food, fashion, events, and activities to do with the whole family, or just that special someone. The show tells local stories about island businesses and offers discounts and deals that make listening worth your while. 

HI Now Daily celebrates the best things about living in Hawaii. We highlight food, fashion, events, and activities to do with the whole family, or just that special someone. The show tells local stories about island businesses and offers discounts and deals that make listening worth your while.

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HI Now Daily  (April 27, 2026)

Hawaii has lost another court battle over gun control, prompting changes to how concealed-carry permits may be requested by non-residents. A Halawa man accused of killing his wife with a tomahawk appeared in court and entered a plea. Plus, a suspect accused of trying to breach a security checkpoint near a high-profile event now faces serious federal charges.

Hawaii has lost another court battle over gun control, prompting changes to how concealed-carry permits may be requested by non-residents.&nbsp;A Halawa man accused of killing his wife with a tomahawk appeared in court and entered a plea.&nbsp;Plus, a suspect accused of trying to breach a security checkpoint near a high-profile event now faces serious federal charges.

First at 4 p.m. (April 27, 2026) 

The alleged suspect in the White House Correspondent's Association Dinner shooting made his first court appearance today. A water main break has shut down a portion of a road in Kaneohe. And a 66-year-old woman is dead after she was found unresponsive while snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. 

The alleged suspect in the White House Correspondent's Association Dinner shooting made his first court appearance today. A water main break has shut down a portion of a road in Kaneohe. And a 66-year-old woman is dead after she was found unresponsive while snorkeling at Hanauma Bay.&nbsp;

This Is Now (April 27, 2026)

More support for Oahu flood victims. We'll take you to a community event that saw people lining up for hours for help. Plus, new housing units for teachers in Lahaina. More on the challenges officials are hoping to tackle with the development. The Hawaii Pet Expo is returning this weekend! We'll tell you what attendees can expect. 

 

 

 

More support for Oahu flood victims. We'll take you to a community event that saw people lining up for hours for help. Plus, new housing units for teachers in Lahaina. More on the challenges officials are hoping to tackle with the development. The Hawaii Pet Expo is returning this weekend! We'll tell you what attendees can expect.&nbsp;
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HI Now Daily (April 27, 2026)

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