Tune in to today's show to see which standout singer from The Voice is returning to the island stage for an intimate waterfront concert. We are also highlighting smooth summer jams and local spirits to help you plan your next weekend out.

Tune in to today's show to see which standout singer from The Voice is returning to the island stage for an intimate waterfront concert. We are also highlighting smooth summer jams and local spirits to help you plan your next weekend out.

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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.

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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 4, 2026)

A generator failure at a Waikiki high-rise leaves stranded residents in the dark for days as Hawaiian Electric races to restore power. Firsthand reports from Naalehu reveal widespread devastation and critical water shortages on the south side of Hawaii Island. And, a sudden ceiling collapse at a Kaimuki Chinese restaurant sends an elderly woman to the hospital.

A generator failure at a Waikiki high-rise leaves stranded residents in the dark for days as Hawaiian Electric races to restore power. Firsthand reports from Naalehu reveal widespread devastation and critical water shortages on the south side of Hawaii Island. And, a sudden ceiling collapse at a Kaimuki Chinese restaurant sends an elderly woman to the hospital.

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (August 18, 2026)

Hawaiʻi begins to recover as state offices and most schools reopen following Hurricane Lala except for Nāʻālehu Elementary, Kaʻū High, and Pāhala Elementary on Hawaiʻi Island. As mainland crews arrive to help restore power to 40,000 residents still in the dark, Hawaiian Electric sets a deadline for Friday to get the lights back on. Meanwhile four women were injured when a roof partially collapsed at a Kaimukī restaurant this afternoon.

Hawaiʻi begins to recover as state offices and most schools reopen following Hurricane Lala except for Nāʻālehu Elementary, Kaʻū High, and Pāhala Elementary on Hawaiʻi Island. As mainland crews arrive to help restore power to 40,000 residents still in the dark, Hawaiian Electric sets a deadline for Friday to get the lights back on. Meanwhile four women were injured when a roof partially collapsed at a Kaimukī restaurant this afternoon.

First at 4 p.m. (August 18, 2026)

Looking for something fun to check out? We’re getting the details on Jon Basebase’s upcoming concert and previewing a hula festival that’s bringing music, dance and culture to the community.

Looking for something fun to check out? We&rsquo;re getting the details on Jon Basebase&rsquo;s upcoming concert and previewing a hula festival that&rsquo;s bringing music, dance and culture to the community.

HI Now Daily (August 4, 2026)

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