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Kauai officials are urging visitors to steer clear of the island’s North Shore as emergency crews work to restore power and clean up debris following recent storm damage from Lowell. Meanwhile, a former Lahainaluna High School principal is wanted on a $200,000 bench warrant for multiple felony offenses, including theft, fraud and official misconduct, according to public court records. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local events and live entertainment are taking the spotlight today. We’re getting the details on an upcoming Puʻuhonua Mākeke, enjoying a live performance and previewing Kailua’s Fall Fest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Kauai’s recovery from Hurricane Lowell expected to take years, tourism leaders are treading carefully with their messaging to prospective visitors. East Oahu first responders launched a dramatic rescue after an elderly woman accidentally drove her vehicle into the water. Plus, new details are emerging about the moments leading up to a fatal Los Angeles helicopter crash that killed three people, including members of an NBC news crew. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We now have the identities of two men killed as Hurricane Lowell impacted the islands. On Maui, demonstrators gathered to protest the Air Force's proposal to construct seven additional telescopes atop Haleakala. Plus, Hawaii County Police have identified the 76-year-old victim of an alleged homicide in Hilo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A closer look at the repairs that will be needed for a major lifeline of Kauai after Hurricane Lowell, and how it affects the lives of at least 100 families who depend on the harbor. In the middle of storm recovery, Kauai county voters will soon choose a new mayor. And at Halemaumau, we're seeing more lava spatter this morning ahead of the next eruptive episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu firefighters extinguished a two-alarm fire in Waikiki Tuesday. Meanwhile, on Kauai, when Hurricane Lowell swept up from the south, its outer bands slammed Kauaʻi’s southwest coast, delivering a severe storm surge that battered Port Allen Harbor and jeopardized the livelihoods of around 100 people tied to its waters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local stories and good eats are in the spotlight today. We’re taking a look at a new documentary about Kahoʻolawe from our HNN crew and checking out what’s cooking at Taste of Ward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Severe flooding from Hurricane Lala has filled a beloved Big Island bookshop with mud and rocks, sparking a major community effort to clean up and rebuild. Meanwhile, the storm left behind widespread debris across the island, leading to massive lines at local refuse transfer stations. Plus, the Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration’s effort to limit mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of Hurricane Lowell’s devastating impact across the Garden Isle, the race to become Kauaʻi’s next mayor has taken on renewed urgency. Today’s special edition of Spotlight Now features a live candidate forum with the two contenders vying to lead Kauaʻi County: County Council Chair Mel Rapozo and former Mayor Bernard Carvalho. Hosts Ryan Kalei Tsuji and Yunji de Nies sit down with both candidates to discuss storm recovery and grid reliability, soaring housing costs, traffic solutions, and the future of the island. Following the conversation, HNN Political Analyst Dr. Collin Moore joins the studio to break down the key takeaways and where the race stands heading into the general election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hanalei Elementary School is pushing back its reopening date for students to next Monday instead of this coming Wednesday. Meanwhile, the DLNR is investigating a shipwreck at Maui’s Makena Landing. Plus, a 23-year-old man is dead following an early morning crash on Oahu’s H-1 Freeway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A church on Hawaii Island that dates back to nearly 200 years ago is still working to recover from Hurricane Lala. Meanwhile, the Hawaii Foodbank is ready to distribute hundreds of ready-to-eat Survivor Daily Rations. And a new Aloha Collection merch drop goes on sale today in partnership with UH. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One week after Hurricane Lowell devastated Kauai, recovery efforts continue with power restoration underway and county officials assessing extensive fire damage at the Lihue Civic Center. On Oahu, authorities are searching for a man wanted in connection with an attempted murder in Waikiki. Meanwhile, we look into what is behind an abrupt, early-season head coaching change at Saint Louis School after Tupu Alualu parted ways with the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One week after Hurricane Lowell devastated Kauai, recovery efforts continue as crews work to restore power and reopen local schools. A look into what is behind an abrupt, early-season head coaching change at Saint Louis School, one of the state's most decorated football programs. Plus, President Donald Trump dismisses warnings that artificial intelligence could one day threaten humanity, calling the concerns a hoax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soulful island country music and sportsmanship for a meaningful cause. Tune in to catch local recording artist Taulia Lave performing live, plus see how players are hitting the pickleball court to support childhood cancer care across Hawaii. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remnants from Norbert could bring some wet weather to parts of the state this week, and it looks like another Tropical Storm could be forming in the Eastern Pacific any day now. Progress continues to be made in getting the power back on for everyone on Kauai. And due to a fire at the Kapule Building, all in-person services at the Lihue Civic Center will be closed through Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest numbers from the Kauai Island Utility Cooperative as its crews work to restore power to the island. AI could become smarter than its human creators -- that's the warning from some top industry leaders. And you can help sick local kids with medical bills in the 20th Annual Kapiolani Radiothon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of Kauai residents remain without power as recovery efforts press forward in the wake of Hurricane Lowell. Drivers should prepare for delays near the Hanalei Bridge while utility crews work urgently to restore transmission lines. Amid the disruption, a wave of dedicated volunteers is stepping up to help bring a flood-damaged local farm back to life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kauaʻi is taking major steps forward after Hurricane Lowell, but the recovery is far from over. A powerful show of light and aloha will fill the streets of Lahaina tonight. Plus, officials assess storm damage to homes as Līhuʻe airport works through their passenger backlog. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Kauaʻi’s south shore, residents in Poʻipū are picking up the pieces after losing their homes and businesses to Hurricane Lowell. Plus, Organizations across Hawaiʻi are stepping up to help communities hit hardest by Hurricane Lowell, with relief efforts shifting as needs become clearer on Kauaʻi and Niʻihau. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the anniversary of Hurricane Iniki, 34 years ago, Kauai is focused on stabilizing after Hurricane Lowell, while keeping a wary eye on Tropical Storm Norbert as it heads westward. Meanwhile, Friday also marks the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in New York City and at the Pentagon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.