Local cinema, legendary history and world-class jazz. Today on HI Now Daily we showcase Pacific Island films streaming nationally, preview Moses Goods’ statewide tour of "Duke," and enjoy a live musical performance by international guitarist Haru Takauchi.

Local cinema, legendary history and world-class jazz. Today on HI Now Daily we showcase Pacific Island films streaming nationally, preview Moses Goods&rsquo; statewide tour of "Duke," and enjoy a live musical performance by international guitarist Haru Takauchi.

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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 (August 19, 2026)

A growing family of eight is struggling to repair their home in a remote valley on Maui after it was flooded during Hurricane Lala over the weekend. Meanwhile, Maui Police Commissioners took public testimony Wednesday for the first time since the arrest of Lt. Michael Vaituulala.

A growing family of eight is struggling to repair their home in a remote valley on Maui after it was flooded during Hurricane Lala over the weekend. Meanwhile, Maui Police Commissioners took public testimony Wednesday for the first time since the arrest of Lt. Michael Vaituulala.

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (August 19, 2026)

We hear how the family who's Ocean View home lost its roof during hurricane Lala is coping. The Maui Police Commission says the commander facing federal charges for allegedly taking bribes from criminals should not be paid while on leave. And, As the recovery from Hurricane Lala continues, state officials are urging property owners to file insurance claims quickly. 

We hear how the family who's Ocean View home lost its roof during hurricane Lala is coping. The Maui Police Commission says the commander facing federal charges for allegedly taking bribes from criminals should not be paid while on leave. And, As the recovery from Hurricane Lala continues, state officials are urging property owners to file insurance claims quickly.&nbsp;

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

On-the-ground reports from our newsroom detailing the devastating wreckage left in the wake of Hurricane Lala. Authorities discover what's believed to be a second storm fatality on Hawaii Island. An update on power outages across the islands and what Hawaiian Electric crews are doing to restore power to those impacted.

On-the-ground reports from our newsroom detailing the devastating wreckage left in the wake of Hurricane Lala. Authorities discover what's believed to be a second storm fatality on Hawaii Island. An update on power outages across the islands and what Hawaiian Electric crews are doing to restore power to those impacted.

HI Now Daily (August 19, 2026)

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