A suspect is still on the run after a fatal drive-by shooting in Maili. Loved ones of 28-year-old Jonah Slawson gathered at the site of the shooting on Maliona Street on Friday.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’ve packed the show with local artists performing their holiday favorites! It’s the perfect background for wrapping presents and if you still need to buy some, we’re also live at a jewelry store with last-minute ideas.

The bay has called the day! The 2024 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational is officially a go, organizers announced Friday morning. The contest is set to begin at 8 a.m. Sunday for its 39th edition dedicated to the North Shore’s legendary waterman. Contest director Liam McNamara said the surf conditions are looking ideal for the big wave competition.

The bay has called the day! The 2024 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational is officially a go, organizers announced Friday morning. The contest is set to begin on Sunday for its 39th edition dedicated to the North Shore’s legendary waterman.

A homicide investigation is underway following a shooting in Maili on Thursday night that left a man dead.

Investigators are working to understand what led up to Tuesday's plane crash near Honolulu's airport. The challenges NTSB officials are facing in piecing together what happened. After losing everything in the Lahaina fire, a small business owner is recovering from back-to-back break-ins. We'll tell you when these incidents occurred and what was stolen. There's been an uptick in fatal pedestrian crashes on Oahu compared to last year. Just how much the numbers have gone up and what the most dangerous intersections are. 

Honolulu police released new details in a barricade incident that triggered the evacuation of a busy store Wednesday night. Just after 5 p.m., police responded to reports of a man throwing liquor bottles and damaging property at the Don Quijote store on Kaheka Street. 

Turn up the volume – we are going to karaoke! On today’s episode of HI Now Daily we’re live at a local karaoke bar to learn about their rooms, song choices and something called a Rainbow Shot.  Plus, live Christmas music from Tavana.

Large surf is rolling in along Oahu's North Shore, but will it be enough for the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational? Organizers give us an update on what they're tracking. And as alluring as the waves can be, ocean safety officials warn the public conditions will be extremely dangerous. Get the latest: https://buff.ly/49ORVGP

After five hours, a barricade situation at the Don Quijote store on Kaheka Street ended Wednesday night. The incident started just after 5 p.m., prompting the evacuation of shoppers and employees at what is one of the busiest stores at any time of year, but especially during the holidays.

A man is in custody Thursday morning after he barricade himself within a major supermarket near Ala Moana. What we know at this hour. Scary moments inside one Oahu UPS store. Where this vehicle lost control. The Eddie could go this Sunday. Casey Lund is out live on Oahu's north shore covering the current swell.

More details are emerging about the two Kamaka Air pilots who died in Tuesday’s plane crash near Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Their identities have yet to be officially released, but loved ones shared their names with Hawaii News Now: Hiram deFries-Saronitman, 24, and Preston Kaluhiwa, 26.

We’re giving away the ultimate Hawaii foodie gift basket on today’s episode of HI Now Daily, plus learn how to get wine delivered to your home or office, even on Christmas Eve.

A High Surf Warning has been issued for the north and west shores of most of the islands as the first in a series of extra large swells is set to arrive Wednesday. The National Weather Service said the warning will be in effect from 6 a.m. Wednesday until 6 p.m. Thursday for the north and west shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu and Molokai and the north shores of Maui.

There’s a growing push against a new landfill outside of Wahiawa with the head of the Board of Water Supply calling it the next Red Hill. But Honolulu’s mayor and his administration insist the risk to the environment is very low. Observers say it’s awkward political situation.

We're following tragedy this morning after two people died in a plane crash just near the airport. Casey Lund is live at the scene with the latest. Lahaina could become the first place in Hawaii to be named a National Heritage site. What could this mean for the community? A big company merger is potentially in the works. What two major automakers have to say about recent reports.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we're live at the world premiere of Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Auana’! Plus, we're in the studio jamming to Brittni Paiva's new Christmas EP, “A Cozy Christmas”.

City officials join "Spotlight Now" to discuss plans for Oahu's next landfill.

A Pahoa man was charged after allegedly threatening to kill his former in-laws and holding a man at gunpoint. Sione Siale is charged with four offenses, including terroristic threatening and reckless endangering. The incident happened on Wednesday, Dec. 11 in Pahoa.

Some powerful state lawmakers say they will fight the city’s plan to build a new landfill on agriculture land outside Wahiawa. The pushback comes after last week’s announcement that the city decided to put the next landfill northwest of Wahiawa on agricultural land 800 feet above Oahu’s aquifer.

A man in critical condition this morning after a bad crash in Kaimuki. What police say led up to the collision. Governor Josh Green has revealed the state spending plan for the next two years. We dive into how it will affect you and your family. Some big changes for iPhone users. What could be on the way for the next generation of tech.

Governor Green laid out details of his $21 billion, two-year state budget today. There's money for everything from wildfire prevention to more preschool classes and teachers.

Gov. Josh Green presented his administration’s executive biennium budget, which emphasizes reducing Hawaii’s high cost of living, expanding affordable housing, and addressing homelessness. “This budget is a reflection of our values, and that means our values to care for one another, to care for local families. We remain completely convinced that the cost of living for our local residents and housing, homelessness, are the top priorities of our state,” Green said. “There are many priorities, but our values are to care for local people so that they can live their lives, so they don’t struggle, that they don’t suffer,” he added. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3DtgQ6F

A flipped semi-truck has shut down multiple lanes on Nimitz Highway near Sand Island Monday morning.

A flipped semi-truck has shut down multiple lanes on Nimitz Highway near Sand Island Monday morning. Emergency crews responded to the scene around 7:45 a.m. Photos from the scene show the truck’s load of metal scraps piled on the roadway.

We’re sipping with Santa on today’s episode of HI Now Daily! Stick around for Kainoa’s live feature of this pop up event and join us in the kitchen for ribs and something called a steak stacker. (We’re intrigued!)

Caught on camera. A bar brawl in Waimanalo. Where this happened and how it apparently led to another fight which left a man unconscious. Coming together for wildfire survivors. We'll take you to an event that looked to support one of the most vulnerable communities that is still seeking aid. With avian flu showing up in Hawaii. One zoo is adding some rules to keep their birds and their visitors safe. The new protocols they are rolling out.

The search is on this morning for a trio of inmates on Hawaii Island. They escaped yesterday from the state's Hale Nani facility in Hilo after stealing a car from an employee. A man was caught on camera shoplifting at Ala Moana Center and reportedly threatened a security guard with a gun before fleeing. Economic experts say Hawaii will be hit with higher prices as businesses brace for tariffs. Your First Alert Forecast: There's potential for rain tonight with life-threatening surf expected in the coming week.

For the first time in its 103-year history, the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands broke ground Friday on a high-rise rental apartment. It'll be at the former Stadium Bowl-O-Drome site in Moiliili.

Severe turbulence hit a Hawaiian Airlines flight and left dozens injured in December 2022 because the cockpit crew chose to fly over a storm cell, rather than around it. That’s according to the National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) final report released Thursday.

An overturned semi-truck is blocking the two far right lanes on North Nimitz Highway heading westbound Friday morning. The 18-wheeler rolled over at Nimitz and Sand Island Access Road around 6:50 a.m.

Community outrage over Red Hill. Why the community is pressuring leaders to stick to an agreement meant to protect Oahu's water. A woman sparked anger at a Honolulu City County meeting by calling Hawaiian a "dead language." Why she is now doubling down. The path forward for Hawaii's economy. Howard Dicus has been combing through a newly release outlook and the potential local impacts of the second Trump presidency.

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’ll meet some young entrepreneurs and find out how you can buy their creations for the holidays this year! Plus, we’ll be treated to a special performance by singer and songwriter Rebecca James.  

Sydni Kobayashi said her family is experiencing “mixed and overwhelming feelings of exhaustion, devastation, and betrayal” after her sister was found alive and safe. On Nov. 8, Hannah Kobayashi caught a flight from Maui to Los Angeles with plans to go to New York City to visit her aunt, but she failed to get on the connecting flight.

Sydni Kobayashi expressed "overwhelming feelings of exhaustion, devastation, and betrayal" after speaking with her sister, Hannah, by phone.

Hannah Kobayashi has been found safe. We have a statement from her family this morning. A push for more Maui wildfire relief. What survivors are demanding for as they spoke to lawmakers in Washington D-C. Changes at the DMV. We'll tell you how you can test for your drivers' permit test without waiting in those lines.

The National Weather Service has issued a RED FLAG WARNING for all leeward areas that will last until 6 p.m. on Thursday. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. A Red Flag Warning does not predict new fire starts.

We start with breaking news on the search for Hannah Kobayashi. More than a month after the Maui woman left the island, the 30-year-old has been found safe. Her family did not provide further details on where or when she was found.

Farrington High School remains closed Wednesday after a shooting that left a school security guard seriously injured, officials said.

A push to vacate verdicts. That's the effort for Mike Miske's lawyers. Why they say it's justified and what it would mean for more than $25 million in assets. Preventing overdoses. We'll tell you about the new enhancements being made by state law enforcement.  Feeling thankful this holiday season. How you can give a gift to your Amazon delivery driver, free of charge.

Kai Kahele addresses the Office of Hawaiian Affairs plans on "Spotlight Now."

A suspect arrested Monday in the brazen Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO previously lived in Hawaii. The suspect, identified by police as 26-year-old Luigi Nicholas Mangione, was captured after a quick-thinking McDonald’s employee in Pennsylvania alerted authorities to a customer who was found with a weapon, mask and writings linking him to the ambush.

A months-long manhunt has ended with the arrest of two wanted fugitives and an acquaintance on Hawaii Island. Two Puna men, Malani Donald Tavui, 40, and Alexander Ikieolagarcia Kauwe, 31, were caught after authorities received two separate tips of stolen or suspicious vehicles.

A gun-related case went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. How a Hawaii hiker with an unlicensed firearm started a discussion about state laws.  The city explores a new tax on empty homes. Why the legal challenges may be daunting. New guidelines essentially ban transgender students at a West Maui school. This morning we hear from concerned residents.

We’re headed to the cat groomers on today’s episode of HI Now Daily! See how this local business can transform your cat, plus we’ll meet the little star of the next Diamond Bakery cracker box promotion.

We start with breaking news and the arrest of a "strong person of interest" in the Manhattan murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO. He is identified by police as 26-year-old Luigi Nicholas Mangione and was arrested on firearms charges in Pennsylvania on Monday. Mangione has ties right here to Hawaii.

Authorities are investigating an assault that happened Sunday afternoon at Aala Park.

Bacteria found in a Board of Water Supply well prompts multiple tests. We'll sahre with you the findings this morning. The Honolulu Marathon wrapped up over the weekend. Howard is going to explain how many Japanese visitors participated. Minivan sales reached a peak in the year 2000. Since then, they've been sliding. What's driving the drop.

Developing news from overnight of a shooting in West Oahu. Emergency Medical Services crews were sent to an area along Farrington Highway and Glenmonger Street, near Pokai Bay Beach late Friday night. Today marks 83 years since a day that lives in infamy. We preview the National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremony, and look at other important commemorative events for the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. And they're off! The Kalakaua Merrie Mile has just begun in Waikiki. The one-mile race starts in Kapiolani Park, and is one of several events that celebrate the Honolulu Marathon.

In Hawaii, it’s hard to imagine any recent story bigger or deeper than water. The Lahaina wildfire that killed over 100 people and destroyed the entire town was fueled by uncontrolled dry grass on former sugar fields. West Maui was already the epicenter of the debate over who uses, controls, and profits from our precious, and often scarce, water supply. To become akamai on the issue, Hawaii News Now political and government reporter Daryl Huff sat down with Dr. Jonathan Likeke Scheuer, chair of the East Maui Regional Community Board (Water Authority) and former chair of the state Land Use Commission. Scheuer explained: How the sugar industry took control of stream water across the state. How Maui’s water policy is related to the Lahaina wildfire disaster. Whether commercial development can coexist with stream restoration and stream-based agriculture. The state’s messaging and actions on water policy.