Honoring the brave men and women who served our country; from parades to tribute ceremonies, we take a look at how Hawaii celebrated Veterans Day. As Gov. Josh Green moves forward in negotiating new military land leases, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is demanding a role in decision-making. And the House is set to vote as early as tomorrow on a measure to fund the government after senators passed a funding bill.

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On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re telling you everything you need to know about an upcoming kūpuna expo and pickle ball tournament. Next, we’re featuring a farmer's market stall whose goal is to bring authentic German flavors to Hawaiʻi.  

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Spotlight Now first sits down with the governor’s coordinator on homelessness. Jun Yang sheds light on issues the state is facing when it comes to need and solutions, including expanding the kauhale initiative.

Then we’re joined by Connie Mitchell, Institute for Human Services executive director, to explore how federal policy changes are adding pressure to services.

And Hawaiʻi Pacific Health Medical Group is in the Community Spotlight with CEO Dr. Leslie Chun and community allied health education program manager Mae Dorado.

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Hawaii and the rest of the nation are honoring our heroes on this Veterans Day. At the Waikiki Natatorium War Memorial, a moment of silence was held in tribute of the 10,000 Hawaii veterans who served in World War I. The House is set to vote as early as tomorrow afternoon on a measure to fund the government, after the Senate broke the stalemate last night, passing a bill to end the longest government shutdown in American history. And Former President Barack Obama surprised veterans of the Korean and Vietnam Wars when their honor flight landed in Washington, D.C.

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A spike in immigration arrests in Hawaii. We'll check the numbers on increased enforcement efforts across the state. How do you think HPD is doing in protecting our community? Details on a new survey where you can give your opinion. We honor our servicemen and women on this Veteran's Day. Casey Lund is live this morning on events happening today.

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Every failure holds a lesson — if you keep moving. In this episode of A Leader’s Journey, Elemental Impact CEO Dawn Lippert reflects on resilience, risk, and the power of momentum.

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Unpaid federal workers in Hawaii continue to turn to community food drives to help feed their families. Hawaii's high profile ICE raids have been seen on TV and social media, but advocates are raising concerns about instances where undocumented immigrants are being targeted quietly. And a large north swell and dangerous surf conditions led to a number of beach park closures on Hawaii Island.

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On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re finding out what kind of perks and treatment you can get with a membership at a popular beauty spa. Then, get a peek into the premiere of a new play written as a tribute to the creator's Filipino roots and family.

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Senate Republicans hope to hold a vote soon on a funding package after a group of Democrats split with their party to support a measure that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Despite calls from the federal government to block food assistance -- Hawaii lawmakers say aid will still be available. And officials have positively identified a body found in Waipio as Jonnaven Monalim, a former government witness who testified in the 2004 Pali Golf Course shootout case. 

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Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen has announced he's running for reelection. We'll look at the priorities of his campaign. As we get set to honor our veterans tomorrow, the city is making moves to help them cut some costs. Rent rate confusion in Waikiki. Tenants of a senior living complex were told their rent was doubling. Why does the landlord say now that was a mistake?

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