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On Sunrise: A rare nationwide ground stop disrupts travel, raising questions about Hawaii flights and what to expect this weekend. A look at recent Democratic victories and what they could mean for immigrants and working-class families. And two months after Hurricane Lowell, Kauai faces the next phase of storm recovery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Honolulu police chief Louis Kealoha is no longer in the custody of the Bureau of Prisons. He finished the custody part of his sentence in May, but still owes money for his crimes. Plus, a closure on the H-1 Freeway early Friday morning sent traffic spilling onto surrounding streets, leaving drivers frustrated and raising questions about Honolulu’s ability to keep people moving during...

A major communications outage forces the FAA to issue a rare nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports. An hours-long closure on the H-1 freeway sends the morning gridlock into nearby side streets and renewing concerns about infrastructure and emergency planning. And a Hawaii Island man has been charged in the killing of his 3-month old infant son. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Weekend plans, festive giving and flavors worth sharing. Join HI Now Daily for a look at Fulanito’s upcoming Hawaii concert, specialty drinks from Taqueria El Ranchero, holiday giving opportunities and a live sushi bar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news: The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports following what they say is a communication issue that's impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers. Also breaking at noon, a river boat cruise with passengers onboard was struck by a tanker on the Mississippi River. And back here at home, Hawaii Island police have charged 20-year-old Joshua Paiva, of Kea'au, in t...

Calls to fire Hawaii's chief election officer, as the state elections commission returns to work. We'll tell you what happened at its first meeting in nearly five months. Plus, Hawaii Island residents are fighting a planned cell tower near their homes. Today, they'll ask the county to move it. We'll tell you what's at the heart of their concerns. And, holiday shopping without leaving the couch is...

Every company providing health coverage for Hawaii employers is raising rates higher than inflation as most Hawaii workers sign up for insurance during open enrollment. Over the past year and a half, Maui County Prosecuting Attorney Andrew Martin said his office has fielded dozens of complaints from fire survivors claiming contractors defrauded them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

A global Microsoft outage throws a wrench in work flows around the world and here at home. After an midterm season with a number of tumultuous twists, there are passionate calls to fire the state's elections chief. And a 31-year-old man was rushed to the hospital in serious condition after an apparent assault in Kalihi Valley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big dreams, new beginnings and weekend finds. Meet an adoptable puppy, learn how Aikahi Elementary is working toward a pavilion for keiki and get a look at Keala Designs ahead of Puuhonua Makeke in Waimanalo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A widespread outage hit Microsoft platforms today, including Outlook and Teams. At least one person was killed and four others hurt in a mass shooting at a Washington, D.C. gym. And New York firefighters continue to search for survivors trapped in the rubble of a building collapse that killed 6 adults and 2 children.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Maui woman says her new Hawaiian Homelands house was built with mold-damaged drywall - and claims she faced retaliation after speaking up. Plus, plans for an artificial reef off of Waikiki is no longer on Friday's land board agenda. We'll tell you where the project would go and what it aims to do. And, a goat stuck on a ledge on Oahu's North Shore is finally free!  How firefighters and good...

Katherine Kealoha, the former high-ranking deputy city prosecutor convicted of fraud, conspiracy and obstruction, will be moved this month from a federal prison to a halfway house years before her 13-year sentence is up. Meanwhile, Hawaii’s fifth and final election results released Tuesday confirmed two historic outcomes in closely watched state House races. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Local music and local food. Meet a former collegiate golfer who found his voice in reggae and soul music, plus discover how Hawaii-made groceries support local farmers and enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Day events are taking place across the state and the U.S., honoring our U.S. servicemembers with ceremonies, parades, and gatherings. An Oahu grand jury has indicted Alexis Aquino for second-degree murder and first-degree robbery. And a cloud of smoke filled the air as firefighters and hazmat crews were dispatched to Sand Island this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Scary shades from the past for a Lahaina wildfire survivor as a large fire burned near his new place in Kihei. What he witnessed and how officials believe it started. Meantime, a new chapter for Lahaina, as thousands turn out for the grand opening of a new marketplace rebuilt after the 2023 wildfires.  Why it's seen as a new take on tourism. Plus, How an aquarium is helping wounded veterans b...

State lawmakers demanded answers Tuesday about the collapse of the state’s business registration system, which is affecting thousands of people and costing local businesses millions of dollars. Meanwhile, in light of recent reports of bullying on Hawaiʻi school campuses and threats that have led to lockdowns, Kaimukī High students are getting valuable lessons from their school resource offic...

After his abrupt firing as Kahuku's head football coach, Sterling Carvalho is chosen to lead another historic powerhouse program. On Maui, fire investigators say a blaze in Kihei over the weekend may have been intentionally set. And a career criminal convicted in two violent cases on Oahu learns how long he'll spend behind bars.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Local creativity, basketball and tips to keep your business safe. Join HI Now Daily as we explore island-inspired art in Kailua, learn how to meet the UH men’s basketball team and spot fraud warning signs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are looking for a man who carjacked a 19-year-old in the parking lot of Kapiolani Community College. Time is running out for voters whose mail-in ballots were flagged invalid. Plus, The House of Representatives is expected to vote today on the impeachment resolution against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power outage warning: Hawaiian Electric says it could shut off power to reduce fire risk - especially on Maui and Hawaii Island but Oahu is not in the clear. What residents need to know to prepare. Plus, an animal has been stuck on a cliff for nearly two weeks. We'll take you to Oahu's North Shore, where residents are calling for help. The FDA is requiring a new warning label on GLP-1 drugs. We'll...

Nearly 3,000 mail-in ballots flagged as invalid in Hawaii could be thrown out if they are not fixed by Tuesday afternoon. Meanwhile, Honolulu’s Bill 7 housing program is facing some challenges, according to a new report from the University of Hawaiʻi’s Economic Research Organization, but it is ultimately on the right track. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state Supreme Court heard arguments today on whether Honolulu Zoo’s elephants have the right to challenge their confinement. The man accused of a shocking kidnapping near Diamond Head pleaded not guilty. Plus, a community is on high alert after a reported gunpoint carjacking in broad daylight at Kapi‘olani Community College. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local music, creative reuse and community action. Hear Jiayin and Christina Sochor perform, preview a trashion show supporting Hawaiʻi’s coastlines and learn how Rotary is making a difference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are investigating a hit and run in Halawa Heights. The man accused of fatally stabbing a 66-year-old woman in Kalihi appeared to smile at times during his court appearance Friday. Plus, Maui's police chief John Pelletier, who is on paid leave, will be asking the Maui Police Commission to reinstate him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nearly three months after Hurricane Lala, debris is still causing concerns in upcountry Maui. We'll tell you what residents want done to keep drivers safe. Plus, Honolulu's police chief says he's met 35 of his 37 first-100-day goals. We'll tell you what's still in the works. And, the FAA is getting ready to say goodbye to floppy disks. A look at what's replacing the decades-old technology and when...