Firefighters are responding to a brush fire in Leeward Oahu Wednesday afternoon. Smoke billowing from the fire could be seen for miles around. Multiple HFD units are on scene along with federal partners as they work to gain the upper hand on the blaze. The fire was listed as being in the area of Kapolei Parkway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HI Now Daily is live at Turtle Bay to check out the best suites and get info on kamaʻāina rates. Plus, learn how to make your Giving Tuesday donation count double for a local charity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The University of Hawaii’s abrupt decision to fire its athletics director stunned the community, including student-athletes and longtime supporters of the program. Craig Angelos had only been on the job for 18 months before he was notified Tuesday of his dismissal by outgoing UH president David Lassner. His last day is Dec. 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Maui community members gathered Tuesday evening to discuss the future of a school destroyed in last year’s fire. King Kamehameha III Elementary School can’t be rebuilt at its original location on Front Street in Lahaina. The site was ruled out for multiple reasons, including the discovery of iwi kupuna, or ancestral bones which are considered sacred, during debris removal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet a young artist who won round one of a local battle of the bands, and a lei maker from Kauai on today’s episode of HI Now Daily. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A massive shakeup in Manoa as the university's athletic director is suddenly dismissed. We have reaction this morning as the local sports community looks to make sense of the decision. Demanding an investigation. A national watchdog group wants the feds to look into the Maui Police Department. Why they say MPD's actions post-Lahaina are cause for scrutiny. Leave your mark. You are being invited to take part in the transformation of an area at the State Capitol. Details on the project and...

The Wahiawa Feed Store normally sells up to one hundred eye laying chicks, but about a week ago the owner stop selling them after news that Hawaii had been hit by the avian flu for the first time. Susie’s Duck Sanctuary is near the Wahiawa Wastewater Treatment Plant. Its founder says twenty rescued ducks, geese and a swan died quickly of the deadly bird virus along with 13 wild zebra doves. After officials confirmed the disease, Department of Agriculture euthanized at least 70 other birds on...

'Spotlight Now' focuses on the economy and catches up with DBEDT Director Jimmy Tokioka. Plus, talking about the latest on the redevelopment of Aloha Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Multiple sources tell Hawaii News Now that Craig Angelos is out as University of Hawaii athletics director. A meeting is expected to take place Tuesday afternoon to discuss his future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surprise developments in the upcoming retrial for Eric Thompson, the man accused in the 2022 killing of Jon Tokuhara, a Waipahu chiropractor who was having an affair with Thompson’s wife. The prosecution has pulled DNA evidence that was used in the first trial because of an audit of the Honolulu Police Department’s crime lab. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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First and crash responders on Oahu are asking drivers to slow down and move over when they approach a crash or see crews working along the road. In commemoration of National Crash Responder Safety Week, which runs Nov. 18 to 22, a group that included Honolulu’s police and fire departments, Emergency Medical Services, and the Freeway Service Patrol, gathered Monday with a message. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the easiest ways to give to other this season comes from a vending machine! On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’ll learn where these machines are and how the items inside get delivered.  Plus, two young brothers join us in studio to perform their take on a Michael Jackson single. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First and crash responders on Oahu are asking drivers to slow down and move over when they approach a crash or see crews working along the road. In commemoration of National Crash Responder Safety Week, which runs Nov. 18 to 22, a group that included Honolulu’s police and fire departments, Emergency Medical Services, and the Freeway Service Patrol, gathered Monday with a message. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police are investigating a suspected attempted murder in the University Area last Saturday night, according to Honolulu police officials. According to HPD, a 36-year-old woman allegedly shot at her 40-year-old ex-boyfriend with a handgun and then fled the area late last night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu firefighters extinguished a blaze at a popular restaurant in Waikiki on Sunday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Multiple ocean rescues this weekend. What happened, and what conditions to expect today? Breaking news this morning: Honolulu police are investigating a suspected attempted murder in the university area.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a First Alert Weather Day in Hawaii. Billy is tracking the winds and the risk they carry for dangerous wildfires. Where is Hannah Kobayashi? The Maui woman vanished after last being seen at an airport on the continent. The impassioned plea from her father. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jury found former babysitter Dixie Denise Villa, 46, guilty of manslaughter in the overdose death of an infant Friday. Jurors found that Villa was responsible for the death of 7-month-old Abigail Lobisch who received a fatal dose of Benadryl in 2019, subsequently causing her death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An upcoming market in Hilo features 52 businesses from across the state. HI Now Daily shows off just a few of the items you’ll find for sale. Plus, an event that combines a walk on the beach with some sought-after wines.  Happy Aloha Friday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jury found former babysitter Dixie Villa guilty of manslaughter in the overdose death of an infant Friday. Jurors unanimously found that Villa was responsible for the death of 7-month-old Abigail Lobisch who received a fatal dose of Benadryl in 2019, subsequently causing her death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday is a First Alert Weather Day, and it comes with an urgent warning for all leeward communities across the state. HNN's First Alert team is tracking the latest developments to keep your family safe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, some government and medical officials are raising alarming over this decision — including Hawaii’s governor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t show up to Thanksgiving empty-handed! Today on HI Now Daily, we’ll showcase great local gifts that you can hand over to the chef before you dig in.  Plus, chips, dips and seasonings from a company growing their sweet potatoes right here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hawaii News Now First Alert Weather team has declared that Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the leeward areas of all islands Friday as the combination of dry fuels, low relative humidity, and strong trade winds could lead to critical fire weather conditions during the day. This warning will be in effect from 10 AM to 6 PM. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.