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 rest of his life in prison after he's sentenced early next year.

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 rest of his life in prison after he's sentenced early next year.

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 (Oct. 21, 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 downtown film premiere sets the stage for an industry craving stories about Hawaii.  We'll take you to opening night.

 

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 downtown film premiere sets the stage for an industry craving stories about Hawaii.&nbsp; We'll take you to opening night.
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Sunrise at 5 a.m. (October 22, 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-waving event. Plus, Russia has released American detainee Stephen Hubbard after more than four years following intense negotiations.

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-waving event. Plus, Russia has released American detainee Stephen Hubbard after more than four years following intense negotiations.

First at 4 p.m. (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.

Giving back, gathering together and getting ready for the holidays. On today&rsquo;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)

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