It’s Day 2 of our LIVE coverage from Hilo as we prepare for Hawaiʻi’s biggest hula festival of the year! Kicking off our show, we’re bringing you a sneak peak of up and coming band Hālana with their unreleased, debut song, "Nā Mele no Iesū"!

It&rsquo;s Day 2 of our LIVE coverage from Hilo as we prepare for Hawaiʻi&rsquo;s biggest hula festival of the year! Kicking off our show, we&rsquo;re bringing you a sneak peak of up and coming band Hālana with their unreleased, debut song, "Nā Mele no Iesū"!

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 7, 2026)

We find out why victims of the 2023 Maui wildfires won’t see payments yet, even though the Maui wildfire settlements have officially been finalized. A blessing will be held for the eight massive boulders that crashed onto Kamehameha Highway near Waimea Bay. Merchants reflect on sales and new trends from this past Merrie Monarch week.

We find out why victims of the 2023 Maui wildfires won&rsquo;t see payments yet, even though the Maui wildfire settlements have officially been finalized. A blessing will be held for the eight massive boulders that crashed onto Kamehameha Highway near Waimea Bay. Merchants reflect on sales and new trends from this past Merrie Monarch week.

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (April 13, 2026)

A step forward for victims of the 2023 Maui wildfires as the Maui Wildfires global settlement has officially been finalized. City leaders are mapping out recovery plans for those impacted by severe flooding from this past weekend’s storm. Also, Hawaii’s Catholic community is reacting to President Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo.

 

A step forward for victims of the 2023 Maui wildfires as the Maui Wildfires global settlement has officially been finalized. City leaders are mapping out recovery plans for those impacted by severe flooding from this past weekend&rsquo;s storm. Also, Hawaii&rsquo;s Catholic community is reacting to President Trump&rsquo;s criticism of Pope Leo.
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First at 4 p.m. (April 13, 2026) 

The Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra is back with an exciting April & May lineup — including Hōkūleʻa Concert Week, community pop-ups, and a Mother's Day Weekend featuring Johnny Valentine at Hawaii Theatre. Plus, Hawaii News Now and ALTRES are giving away 3 Las Vegas flyaway packages with tickets to see BTS LIVE at Allegiant Stadium!

The Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra is back with an exciting April &amp; May lineup &mdash; including Hōkūleʻa Concert Week, community pop-ups, and a Mother's Day Weekend featuring Johnny Valentine at Hawaii Theatre. Plus, Hawaii News Now and ALTRES are giving away 3 Las Vegas flyaway packages with tickets to see BTS LIVE at Allegiant Stadium!

HI Now Daily (April 7, 2026)

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