We've got breaking news this morning. It was a dangerous night on the roads with several bad car accidents.  And four more women were involved in a crash near Punaluu in the Hauula area early this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, how many miles can you put on a Tacoma? A driver from Hilo has an extreme answer to that question, and we check out the feature of the 2024 model.  Plus, how to give your mom the ultimate relaxation for Mother’s Day.  Happy Aloha Friday everyone! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Gov. Josh Green signed into law a bill that gives the counties the power to convert short-term rentals into long-term rentals.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Universities across the country are calling in the police more and more to clear out pro-Palestinian encampments. But demonstrators say they will continue to protest the way between Israel and Hamas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Some hope for wildfire survivors. We'll tell you about Mayor Bissen's new plans to get more long-term housing and getting rid of thousands of short term ones. A legal challenge causes a slight disruption in the removal of Haiku stairs. What the city had to say and will this impact the deconstruction timeline. An Oahu teacher got a huge honor. How the first lady thanked some of the best educators in the nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Get ready for a journey – with noodles!  Whether you like curly, spicy or creamy we have a dish for you on today’s episode of HI Now Daily.  Plus, where to find 20 different food vendors serving up authentic Latin cuisine for Cinco de Mayo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Police have arrested more than 2,000 people during pro-Palestinian protests at college campuses across the U.S. in recent weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Cell phone carriers complaint. Maui County officials say they didn't do enough for residents during the August wildfires. We have the details of the new accusation. Happening today. Governor Green will give a progress report on wildfire recovery. The bill he'll be signing at the state capitol. The future of ocean safety. Our Casey Lund take us on a deep dive into what it takes to be a junior lifeguard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

The city’s Department of Parks and Recreation announced that all facilities at the Waipio Soccer Complex will be closed for continued maintenance and renovation efforts. The closure will last for eight weeks, and officials said the goal is to increase the quality of the fields to tournament-level specifications. This includes eradicating weeds, increasing new grass growth, leveling uneven surfaces and other repairs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

We’re celebrating Lei Day! On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, a local lei maker shows us how she turns the flowers she grows into unique creations.  Plus, host Kainoa meets mascot Kainoa, and award-winning musician Henry Kapono treats us to a live studio performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more