Spotlight Now

On this episode of Spotlight Now, we’re talking about the future of Oahu’s next landfill. Joining us for the discussion are Department of Environmental Services director Roger Babcock, Honolulu City Council member Matt Weyer, and Sierra Club of Hawaii director Wayne Tanaka.

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Gov. Josh Green is fresh off a press conference where he confirmed a travel-related case of measles in a child under the age of 5 on Oahu. Plus he discusses economic impacts to the state from President Trump's tariffs and the stock market. And meet his new dog, Boba! She's named after both the drink and the Star Wars character.

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In this special edition of Spotlight Now, students from Kamehameha Schools Maui roll up their sleeves – literally – taking action to help restore Hawaiʻi’s lands and cultural practices.

The first half of the show highlights work to replant native species in Kuʻia, demonstrating how revitalizing the land strengthens both the environment and the connection to place.

In the second half of the episode, the haumāna explore the rich history of Keālia, where they engage with cultural practitioners to understand the significance of traditional salt-making and their role in perpetuating Hawaiian values and knowledge.

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On today’s episode of Spotlight Now, we’re joined by Hawaii Emergency Services Department (HESD) director Jim Ireland, and Institute for Human Services (IHS) executive director Connie Mitchell.

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Gov. Josh Green joins today’s episode of “Spotlight Now.” Plus, we sit down with James Tokioka, director of the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.

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Today’s episode of “Spotlight Now” features the Hawaii Tourism Authority. Tourism officials have a preview their spring tourism update, which will be released Wednesday.

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Rediscovering Hawaii’s Soul is a collective effort that requires urgency and commitment from all who call Hawaii home. In this special episode of Spotlight Now, Hawaiian Electric and Central Pacific Bank collaborate with the Lahaina Advisory Team to rediscover Hawaii’s soul as the town rebuilds from a devastating fire.

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On this special episode of Spotlight Now, students from Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Campus discuss cultural repatriation and regenerative tourism.Plus alumni share valuable manaʻo on protecting cultural treasures while paving the way for a more sustainable future.

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Governor Josh Green talks about President Trump's impacts to Hawaii on 'Spotlight Now.'

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On today's episode of 'Spotlight Now,' several Hawaii nonprofits discussed the impacts of President Trump's funding freeze. 

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