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HI Now Daily lets you in on two different meal deals – watch to see how you can snag some tasty fried chicken or a loaded-up pizza for $10. Plus, enjoy a performance by a local artist who blends reggae and country into his own unique sound. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A message of caution from city leaders ahead of the Fourth of July holiday as HFD plans to bolster its available resources. Hawaii lawmakers in Washington and here at home sound off against the president's legislation. A former correctional officer is sentenced to 8 years behind bars for sexually assaulting inmates under his supervision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Entire HTA board resigns amid calls for new leadership, direction. The resignations come after Gov. Green made a formal request for them to step down. Transpac 2025 kicks off with 2 waves of racers setting sail for Hawaii. The first of three waves of racers is now en route to Oahu in the 2025 Transpacific Yacht Race, one of the world’s most iconic ocean competitions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After more than six months of debate and negotiations, the "One, Big, Beautiful, Bill Act" has now been passed by Congress and will soon be on its way to the president's desk. One person was hurt after a small plane crash-landed on the Big Island this morning. News on the governor's plan to reshape the Hawaii Tourism Authority. The entire 12-member board of the HTA has now resigned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii's solar industry is watching the action on Capitol Hill as President Trump's budget bill could kill a major tax credit for customers. The owner of a Kakaako restaurant ordered to pay millions to an abused employee, he shares his side of the story. A jury finds Sean Diddy Combs not guilty of the most serious charges in his criminal trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s not too early to be thinking about back to school! On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’ll highlight two local drives for school supplies. Plus, we’ll learn how to make a lychee “nojito” mocktail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The jury reached a verdict in Sean Diddy Combs sex trafficking trial. A Japanese tech mogul, who owns a Kakaako restaurant, must pay up for allowing violence in his kitchen. HPD is asking for you to be on the lookout for any signs of animal cruelty. It comes after a man who took care of a group of feral cats found several of them dead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news just into the newsroom this morning. A man is dead after a bad motorcycle crash. What we've learned about this tragedy in Kailua. A fine dining restaurant owner has been ordered to pay millions for violence in his kitchen. We'll share details of the abuse. This morning, efforts to boost coral reef growth. We'll look at the pros and cons of the impacts of "groundwater flowing." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Senate narrowly passes President Trump's signature legislation. I'm Erica Brown in Washington with more on the massive spending bill that now faces a battle in the House. Multiple men are arrested on Maui, accused of being child predators, including a new hire at the police department. Relief is in sight for Puna residents. Seven years after the Kilauea eruption wiped out the Pohoiki Boat Ramp. A look at the significant progress on a major recovery project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us for an all-new episode of HI Now Daily featuring talented kids from the cast of Finding Nemo Junior! Plus, we’re craving Indian food and found the solution in Kaimuki. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Spotlight Now, we’re speaking to Governor Josh Green about everything from the Hawaii Tourism Board to national news. We also hear Gov. Green’s reaction to the senate's decision to pass President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” and how this affects Hawaii. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump appears to be on the verge of a legislative win, passing his budget bill called the "One, Big, Beautiful, Bill Act." On Maui, six men were arrested in a multi-agency sting operation aimed at catching child predators online. Hawaii's new Department of Law Enforcement is getting more power and resources to crack down on illegal fireworks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaiian Airlines is still working to resolve an ongoing cyber-attack when the carrier actually found out about the breach and when it shared it with the public. Who torched this playground at Sheridan Community Park? That's what police want to know this morning. More on how you can help track them down. Traffic fatalities are still skyrocketing on Oahu. Why state officials believe this is happening despite more traffic control measures being implemented. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Months after the deadly Aliamanu explosion, the governor signs new laws to crackdown on illegal fireworks. Another Oahu playground goes up in flames this time in broad daylight, we find out what a HFD canine detected at the scene. Plus a dramatic turn of events in the murders of four University of Idaho students as Bryan Kohberger plans to plead guilty to the killings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traditional Japanese drumming is featured on todayʻs episode of HI Now Daily! Check out the performance and learn about an upcoming workshop. Plus we’re cooling off with fresh local smoothies made with aloha. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another Oahu playground goes up in flames, this time in town, and Police are asking for the public's help after ignitable liquids were detected by an HFD canine. On Kauai, two people are without a home today after a house fire in Kapaa. Also new at noon, the state is announcing a new partnership with Hawaiian Telcom that will help provide 45,000 residents in public housing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Protesting a proposed attraction. Dozens hit the streets to speak out against a planned gondola on Oahu's North Shore. Why some in the community say it's a bad idea. Don't give out your personal info! Scammers are targeting Oahu residents with fake threats from one city department. What you need to be on the lookout for. Kilauea put on a show over the weekend with its latest eruptive episode. And like a moth to a flame, it drew Casey Lund to Hawaii Island. We'll check in with him live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man is recovering Sunday morning after he was assaulted with knives in Makiki. A new order is in effect for some Hawaii Island residents as officials combat an invasive pest. Plus, teachers at a Hawaiian language preschool in Windward Oahu are pushing back against a cut to the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The women are taking over on today’s episode of HI Now Daily! We talk story with powerhouse women in the Hawaii business scene, and ask them key questions about how they found success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man shot by police in Makaha this week remains on life support. What we've learned about his past. Vacancies at the Honolulu Police Department continue to rise. We'll tell you what the police union wants to see happen when the next chief takes over. A pineapple for a pint. The Blood Bank of Hawaii is hoping to get you to roll up your sleeve to donate today. Casey Lund is live this morning on the unique campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.