First at 4 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 alleg…

First at 4 p.m. (Sept. 25, 2026)

Nolo quickly intensifies to a category 2 hurricane as it slowly churns toward the state. Hawaii Island will start seeing significant impacts tonight, with life-threatening rainfall possible for communities still saturated from the last storm. Crews are using these last hours to clear roads and wate…

First at 4 p.m. (Sept. 24, 2026)

All eyes on Nolo as it approaches the state. The system is expected to intensify into a hurricane near the islands, the third in just over a month. The slow-moving storm could bring days of heavy rains, strong winds, and catastrophic flash flooding to Hawaii communities still recovering from previo…

First at 4 p.m. (September 23, 2026)

Big Island leaders are preparing for a potential direct hit, warning communities still recovering from the last hurricane to remain vigilant. Maui County residents are also bracing for severe impacts while several areas across the island remain washed out. Plus, after facing four major disasters in…

First at 4 p.m. (September 22, 2026)

Big Island communities still recovering from Hurricane Lala are bracing for another potential direct hit as severe weather approaches. Meanwhile, opening statements have begun in the trial of a man accused of fatally shooting a Maui police officer in Pāʻia. Plus, hālau competing in the Merrie Monar…

First at 4 p.m. (September 21, 2026)

Mother Nature was busy over the weekend as Hurricane Polo and Tropical Storm Odalys formed in the Pacific, with a third system now developing right on our doorstep. On Kauai, residents are assessing extensive damage in Hanapepe and facing the heartbreaking reality that some of their beloved island …

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

The casket carrying the late former Gov. George Ariyoshi arrived at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol on Friday morning, following an escort led by the Honolulu Police Department from Nuʻuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary. Meanwhile, on Kauai, a single mother of two needs help after Hurricane Lowell ruined her …

First at 4 p.m. (September 17, 2026)

On Kauai, a Kekaha family is rebuilding after strong winds from Hurricane Lowell ripped off part of the roof. Meanwhile, Honolulu police arrested a 12-year-old boy accused of pulling a gun on a girl in Ewa Beach.

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

With Kauai’s recovery from Hurricane Lowell expected to take years, tourism leaders are treading carefully with their messaging to prospective visitors. East Oahu first responders launched a dramatic rescue after an elderly woman accidentally drove her vehicle into the water. Plus, new details are …

First at 4 p.m. (September 15, 2026)

Severe flooding from Hurricane Lala has filled a beloved Big Island bookshop with mud and rocks, sparking a major community effort to clean up and rebuild. Meanwhile, the storm left behind widespread debris across the island, leading to massive lines at local refuse transfer stations. Plus, the Sup…