Hawaii News Now

The Maili teen who is being tried as an adult in the shooting death of a Makaha rancher in February has been indicted.

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The two candidates for Hawaii Island mayor sparred for a half hour debate Thursday night at the Hilton Waikoloa. Mayor Mitch Roth touted the county’s progress but challenger Kimo Alameda said new leadership is needed.

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Settlement offer. The family of a fallen Maui firefighter has filed suit against the county. What they're asking for and what they hope to create in his honor.

Paying our teachers. After hundreds were left waiting for their checks, a deal is reached in an effort to make good. We take a look at what's included. 

Governor Green apologizes. His message to the crowd as he took the stage at the Native Hawaiian Convention.

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Today on HI Now Daily, Kainoa Carlson is wrapping up the last day of the Native Hawaiian Convention. Plus, Rachel Pacarro is in the studio with Hana Kitchens to learn more about their new bagel class and brunch with Tali’s Bagels.

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The Hawaii Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has completed a $63 million expansion project at the Women’s Community Correctional Center in Kailua. Designed to be a hybrid prison and jail for women housed at the Oahu Community Correctional Center, the new facility will welcome about 200 inmates and more than 120 offenders starting next month.

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Prosecutors explain why the man who killed the suspect in a Waianae Valley shooting rampage over Labor Day weekend will not be charged.

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A 61-year-old man is dead after police say he ran a red light and collided with an oncoming car in the Kapolei area Wednesday night. It happened around 10:20 p.m. at the intersection of Laaloa Street and Farrington Highway. According to police, the man attempted to make a left turn onto Laaloa Street on a red light when he came in contact with oncoming car.

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An update on the brush fire burning on the north shore of Kauai. Why fire crews are running into trouble in their efforts. 

Some good news for parents as more school bus routes are returning. Where those are and how many still need to be restored.

A preview of some affordable housing on Oahu. Casey is out live to showcase the new units and will let you know if you can qualify.

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Weʻre live on Hawaiʻi Island for the Native Hawaiian Convention, and for the music of Seven Suns.  Watch todayʻs episode of HI Now Daily for that plus details on a festival that will make you feel like you traveled to Italy and sat down at your grandmaʻs table.

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As communities in West Oahu continue to struggle with a surge in violent crimes. The Honolulu Police Commission is urging the police chief to get more help from other law enforcement agencies. 

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