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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 by getting them in the water.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 officers on navigating today’s challenges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 explain what patients need to know.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.