Comedian and actor Jimmy O. Yang is in our studio to talk about his Big and Tall tour, and we have a surprise for him from one of his favorite places in Hawaii.  Plus, we’re sampling a Japanese breakfast buffet with a local discount.

Comedian and actor Jimmy O. Yang is in our studio to talk about his Big and Tall tour, and we have a surprise for him from one of his favorite places in Hawaii.&nbsp; Plus, we&rsquo;re sampling a Japanese breakfast buffet with a local discount.

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.

Hawaii News Now

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 24, 2025)

The University of Hawaii at Manoa's student news organization, Ka Leo O Hawaii, is the victim of an expensive burglary, with thieves making off with nearly $20,000 of equipment. Plus, the City and County of Honolulu’s Waialua Community Assistance Center will close Friday, as the coordinated disaster response moves to long-term recovery. 

The University of Hawaii at Manoa's student news organization, Ka Leo O Hawaii, is the victim of an expensive burglary, with thieves making off with nearly $20,000 of equipment. Plus, the City and County of Honolulu&rsquo;s Waialua Community Assistance Center will close Friday, as the coordinated disaster response moves to long-term recovery.&nbsp;

First at 4 p.m. (April 16, 2026)

Come hungry because your weekend starts here! We’re highlighting live Spanish paella at the farmers market, a Mother’s Day luncheon with local music and hula, and what to try at the upcoming Kāneʻohe Night Market.

Come hungry because your weekend starts here! We&rsquo;re highlighting live Spanish paella at the farmers market, a Mother&rsquo;s Day luncheon with local music and hula, and what to try at the upcoming Kāneʻohe Night Market.

HI Now Daily (April 16, 2026)

President Trump announced a step toward a possible peaceful solution with Iran as Israel and Lebanon have agreed to temporarily halt fighting. Experts weigh in on the reasons Hawaii's gas prices have hit a new all-time high. And the State House passed a bill this week that would allow Hawaii insurance companies to sue oil companies for climate-related damages.

President Trump announced a step toward a possible peaceful solution with Iran as Israel and Lebanon have agreed to temporarily halt fighting. Experts weigh in on the reasons Hawaii's gas prices have hit a new all-time high. And the State House passed a bill this week that would allow Hawaii insurance companies to sue oil companies for climate-related damages.

HI Now Daily (January 24, 2025)

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