Sunrise at 5 a.m. (October 22, 2026)

A national network is coming together to aid Oahu farms and homes that have been damaged by the recent severe weather. How you can get involved and help as well. Plus, the gym at Konawaena High School has finally reopened. What new information we know as to why it was closed for months. And, a down…

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

An East Oahu botanical garden is taking new steps to protect beloved trees in the ongoing battle against the coconut rhinoceros beetle. We hear reaction from both sides following heated moments between an aide to Governor Green and a supporter of his Republican opponent during a campaign sign-wavin…

HI Now Daily (October 21, 2026)

Giving back, gathering together and getting ready for the holidays. On today’s show we talk about Hilo's HEROWEEN tribute, a Meals on Wheels milestone, easy Thanksgiving to-go and HIFF 46 festivities.

This Is Now (Oct. 21, 2026)

After being wrongfully detained in Russia for years, a retired teacher from Michigan is on his way home. Back here at home, a man accused of a fatal stabbing in Makiki allegedly told his ex-girlfriend he did it for her. And the ringleader of a violent crime spree across Oahu in 2023 could spend the…

Sunrise 5 a.m. (October 21, 2026)

atimes are tough, something scammers are well aware of. Why homeowners are being targetted... and the red flags you need to be watching out for. Voters on Oahu have a lot to mull over with 20 proposed city charter amendments on the ballot. We'll help you break it all down. How the city honored Pame…

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (October 20, 2026)

New court records reveal disturbing texts sent to an ex-girlfriend before a deadly stabbing on Young Street. Meanwhile, state regulators are warning struggling homeowners to watch out for predatory mortgage relief scams as interest rates remain high. Plus, state officials captured a nearly 4-foot b…

Spotlight Now: Tommy Waters on future; charter amendments explained (October 20, 2026)

Honolulu City Council Chair Tommy Waters discusses the state Supreme Court decision that ruled him ineligible to run for another term, council leadership and a possible run for mayor. Then Charter Commission member Jacob Aki and HNN political analyst Colin Moore break down 20 charter amendments fac…

First at 4 p.m. (October 20, 2026)

The suspect in a deadly stabbing appeared in court Tuesday on a second-degree murder charge. How a police K-9 found a missing 70-year-old man on Hawaii Island. State agriculture officers retrieve a nearly 4-foot illegal ball python that was captured in Waianae.

HI Now Daily (October 20, 2026)

From spooky activities to celebrate the Halloween season to how a local bank is supporting our keiki. We're getting the details on how you can get a special code to see a spooky retelling of a classic horror movie and see how this local bank is partnering with the Books and Beyond program.

This Is Now (Oct. 20, 2026)

Starting today, Hawaii voters can vote in person at the Voter Service Centers at Honolulu and Kapolei Hale. Meanwhile, the wars in Ukraine and Iran continue to challenge President Trump and bring down support for Republicans trying to maintain control of Congress. And the suspect in a deadly stabbi…