Local stories and good eats are in the spotlight today. We’re taking a look at a new documentary about Kahoʻolawe from our HNN crew and checking out what’s cooking at Taste of Ward.

Local stories and good eats are in the spotlight today. We&rsquo;re taking a look at a new documentary about Kahoʻolawe from our HNN crew and checking out what&rsquo;s cooking at Taste of Ward.

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 (September 15, 2026)

A former high school wrestling coach who led Moanalua to multiple state titles is in federal custody facing child sexual abuse charges. Meanwhile, Honolulu police are asking the public for photos and video after a dispute turned deadly at a Kailua festival over the weekend. Plus, Hurricane Nolo has Hawaii Island residents cleaning up again. 

A former high school wrestling coach who led Moanalua to multiple state titles is in federal custody facing child sexual abuse charges. Meanwhile, Honolulu police are asking the public for photos and video after a dispute turned deadly at a Kailua festival over the weekend. Plus, Hurricane Nolo has Hawaii Island residents cleaning up again.&nbsp;

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (September 28, 2026) 

Tropical Storm Nolo is moving away from the state after a close call that brought heavy rain to Hawaii Island. Meanwhile in West Maui, a brush fire that scorched over 100 acres is nearly fully contained, prompting Hawaiian Electric to lift its public safety power shutoff. Plus, disturbing new allegations have surfaced against a former Moanalua High School wrestling coach already in federal custody on child pornography charges. 

Tropical Storm Nolo is moving away from the state after a close call that brought heavy rain to Hawaii Island. Meanwhile in West Maui, a brush fire that scorched over 100 acres is nearly fully contained, prompting Hawaiian Electric to lift its public safety power shutoff. Plus, disturbing new allegations have surfaced against a former Moanalua High School wrestling coach already in federal custody on child pornography charges.&nbsp;

First at 4 p.m. (September 28, 2026) 

Family-friendly weekend plans, hands-on keiki activities and culinary inspiration. Explore collectible card trading at SALT at Our Kakaako, then meet the Hawaii Food & Wine Festival’s new executive chef as he shares a signature dish and festival preview.

Family-friendly weekend plans, hands-on keiki activities and culinary inspiration. Explore collectible card trading at SALT at Our Kakaako, then meet the Hawaii Food &amp; Wine Festival&rsquo;s new executive chef as he shares a signature dish and festival preview.

HI Now Daily (September 15, 2026)

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