President Trump said it will likely take four to five weeks for the U.S. to reach its goals in Iran but warned it could take longer. The man accused of fatally gunning down a woman and shooting a teenage girl in Kapolei had his initial court appearance this morning. And an alleged mobbing on Maui that left four injured this weekend has led to multiple arrests. 

President Trump said it will likely take four to five weeks for the U.S. to reach its goals in Iran but warned it could take longer. The man accused of fatally gunning down a woman and shooting a teenage girl in Kapolei had his initial court appearance this morning. And an alleged mobbing on Maui that left four injured this weekend has led to multiple arrests.&nbsp;

Most people probably aren’t tied to the television during their lunch hour — why shouldn’t a lunchtime newscast find you, instead of you having to find it!?

Most people probably aren&rsquo;t tied to the television during their lunch hour &mdash; why shouldn&rsquo;t a lunchtime newscast find you, instead of you having to find it!?

This Is Now

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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This Is Now (March 2, 2026)

Today is a First Alert Weather Day, as flooding rains roll through the state. These conditions are expected to persist for days. Our First Team is tracking it all to keep you and your family safe. A different type of showers on Hawaii Island, dangerous ashfall. The havoc caused by Kilauea's latest eruptive episode. Headaches at airports across the country, as travelers are met with long lines and security checkpoints. What you need to know if you are planning to get away for Spring Break.

 

 

 

 

Today is a First Alert Weather Day, as flooding rains roll through the state. These conditions are expected to persist for days. Our First Team is tracking it all to keep you and your family safe. A different type of showers on Hawaii Island, dangerous ashfall. The havoc caused by Kilauea's latest eruptive episode. Headaches at airports across the country, as travelers are met with long lines and security checkpoints. What you need to know if you are planning to get away for Spring Break.
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Sunrise 5 a.m. (March 11, 2026)

An Aina Haina man was arrested a day after another fire broke out at his home. Honolulu police launch an investigation into a crash that left a bicyclist in critical condition. Episode 43 of Kilauea's ongoing eruption has paused, but safety hazards remain after ash and tephra earlier fell from the sky.

An Aina Haina man was arrested a day after another fire broke out at his home.&nbsp;Honolulu police launch an investigation into a crash that left a bicyclist in critical condition. Episode 43 of Kilauea's ongoing eruption has paused, but safety hazards remain after ash and tephra earlier fell from the sky.

Hawaii News Now at 9 p.m. (March 10, 2026) 

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands is making significant progress in getting Native Hawaiian beneficiaries into housing. Chair Kali Watson says his agency is awarding about 2,600 leases this year, a substantial increase from years past. 

He also says the department is working on commercial projects to generate revenue, including a race track in Kalaeloa.

Hawaii Community Lending CEO Jeff Gilbreath explains how community development financial institutions (CDFI) help support their mission.

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands is making significant progress in getting Native Hawaiian beneficiaries into housing. Chair Kali Watson says his agency is awarding about 2,600 leases this year, a substantial increase from years past.&nbsp;
He also says the department is working on commercial projects to generate revenue, including a race track in Kalaeloa.
Hawaii Community Lending CEO Jeff Gilbreath explains how community development financial institutions (CDFI) help support their mission.

This Is Now (March 2, 2026)

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