On this episode of HI Now Daily, enjoy an in-studio performance by Starr Kalahiki ahead of an upcoming tribute concert. Plus, we’re talking with organizers from the Transpacific Volleyball Tournament about how it’s boosting sports tourism in Hawaiʻi.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, enjoy an in-studio performance by Starr Kalahiki ahead of an upcoming tribute concert. Plus, we&rsquo;re talking with organizers from the Transpacific Volleyball Tournament&nbsp;about how it&rsquo;s boosting sports tourism in Hawaiʻi.

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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 (January 13, 2026)

During the first legislative hearing on the plan, HMSA and Hawaii Pacific Health faced their toughest questions yet about their proposed partnership. Kauai Coffee Company warns its employees of potential layoffs as an expiring land lease threatens its future. Fears of losing Hawaiian identity spread after a Hawaiian Airlines memo highlighted change to employee handbook. 

During the first legislative hearing on the plan, HMSA and Hawaii Pacific Health faced their toughest questions yet about their proposed partnership. Kauai Coffee Company warns its employees of potential layoffs as an expiring land lease threatens its future. Fears of losing Hawaiian identity spread after a Hawaiian Airlines memo highlighted change to employee handbook.&nbsp;

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

The Maui Police Department releases new details on a fatal officer-involved shooting in Wailuku. Hawaii's medical community speaks out against a proposed partnership. An avian influenza case is confirmed on Kauai.

The Maui Police Department releases new details on a fatal officer-involved shooting in Wailuku. Hawaii's medical community speaks out against a proposed partnership. An avian influenza case is confirmed on Kauai.

First at 4 p.m. (January 13, 2026)

On this episode of Spotlight Now, we talk tourism with the CEOs of Hawaiian Airlines and the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB).

Hawaiian Airlines CEO Diana Birkett Rakow acknowledges that the Alaska-Hawaiian merger brought real challenges for travelers and promises a smoother 2026. Meanwhile Dr. Aaron Sala explains what the HVCB is doing in light of a softening tourism market with fewer visitors, more competition, and travelers watching their budgets.

In our Community Spotlight, learn more about the Hawaii Pacific Health Women’s 10K & 5K Fun Run.

On this episode of Spotlight Now, we talk tourism with the CEOs of Hawaiian Airlines and the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB).
Hawaiian Airlines CEO Diana Birkett Rakow acknowledges that the Alaska-Hawaiian merger brought real challenges for travelers and promises a smoother 2026. Meanwhile Dr. Aaron Sala explains what the HVCB is doing in light of a softening tourism market with fewer visitors, more competition, and travelers watching their budgets.
In our Community Spotlight, learn more about the Hawaii Pacific Health Women&rsquo;s 10K &amp; 5K Fun Run.

HI Now Daily (January 13, 2026)

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