Island News
Thursday Weather Forecast | Kauai and Oahu under Flood Watch with heavier showers expected
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- Thursday Weather Forecast | Kauai and Oahu under Flood Watch with heavier showers expected
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- 3:30
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- 1 month ago
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- Wetter weather is moving into Hawaii, with Kauai and Oahu expected to see increasing showers tonight and Thursday. Winds will also strengthen, reaching 10 to 25 mph, while a Wind Advisory remains in effect for the Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea summits.
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- Hurricane Lowell destroys dune protecting Kauai's ancient salt ponds in Hanapepe
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- 2:33
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- 1 month ago
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- For generations, more than 20 Kauai families have gathered paʻakai, or Hawaiian salt, at ancient salt ponds in Hanapepe. Hurricane Lowell destroyed protective dunes and pushed sand into the salt-making area, putting the cultural tradition at risk.
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- U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda, Sen. Brenton Awa debate Native Hawaiian programs in Congressional forum
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and state Sen. Brenton Awa faced off in a Congressional District 2 forum moderated by Civil Beat. The candidates discussed current federal lawsuits targeting Native Hawaiian programs.
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- Hawaii veterans welcomed in D.C. on Honor Flight
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Hawaiian Islands Honor Flight landed in the nation's capital with 25 veterans and their guardians. All were escorted throughout the Seattle Tacoma Airport and Reagan National Airport by the Honored Guard.
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- More spoiled food found in Kaimuki restaurant as cleanup continues after partial ceiling collapse
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Cleanup efforts at Happy Days Chinese Seafood Restaurant in Kaimuki are taking longer than expected after crews discovered another freezer filled with spoiled food. The roof of the restaurant at Waialae Plaza partially collapsed on August 18, leading to the closure of a portion of 11th Avenue. The Hawaii Department of Health and the City and County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting said crews began removing spoiled food from the kitchen area on September 29.
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- State audit questions more than $13.7 million in spending on Hawaiʻi's kauhale housing initiative
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A new state audit has identified more than $13.7 million in unauthorized, unsupported or questionable payments tied to Gov. Josh Green's kauhale housing initiative, raising serious concerns about how taxpayer money was managed.
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- Wai Wednesday: Paul Dunlap Jr Sings "Nani Kaʻala"
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Paul Dunlap Jr drops new music of a sweet Hawaiian classic.
Wai Wednesday is a weekly segment of the Conservation Concert Series sponsored by the Board of Water Supply. It features the trendiest, hottest music makers in the islands.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau on this October 7, 2026
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Celebrating October babies on this special day - Happy Birthday! Know someone celebrating their birthday soon? Visit http://kitv.com and click on “Birthdays” at the top of the page. Fill out the info, attach the pic of the birthday celebrant and click submit, then tune in to Island Life Live. It's so easy to celebrate those you love with us!
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- Does he Look Familiar? He's A Suspect
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- 6:11
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- In this installment of CrimeStoppers Honolulu, Sgt. Ed Ho shares two of the latest cases involving fraudulent use of a credit card and criminal property damage. Do you recognize any of these suspects?
And listen in on some great tips to keep yourself and your porperty safe!
Your tips leading to arrest or conviction can earn you up to $1,000. Use the P3Tips app, call (808) 955-8300 or go to www.honolulucrimestoppers.org.
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- Safe Infant Sleep: The 1-2-3 Guide
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- 4:39
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Every year, preventable sleep-related accidents impact families across our community. To protect your newborn, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health outlines three essential, evidence-based steps to build a secure sleeping environment.
“Shakas & Shoutouts” is a daily Island Life Live segment in which co-hosts Davey D and Lina Girl celebrate the good people, things, and events happening in our local community, here and abroad. Got a great person or organization? Suggest them for a “Shakas & Shoutout!” Send us all the details at islandlifelive@kitv.com
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- Wai Wednesday: Paul Dunlap Jr Stepping Out Solo
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- 4:04
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- After years of shared stages, harmony, and group play, Paul Dunlap Jr takes the spotlight entirely for himself. Watch as he trades the comfort of duets for the raw energy of a solo artist, pressing forward with his sweet Hawaiian falsetto.
Wai Wednesday is a weekly segment of the Conservation Concert Series sponsored by the Board of Water Supply. It features the trendiest, hottest music makers in the islands.
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- Taimane: Where Twilight Bends, Spirits Stir
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- 8:13
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Is what you're seeing really there? Journey into the nocturnal side of Hawaiʻi with atmospheric melodies, aerial acrobatics, and ancestral stories shifting in the dark, all in celebration of Taimane's latest full-length album "Liʻulā." Enjoy "Crossing Into the Mirage" for ONE NIGHT ONLY at the historic Hawaiʻi Theatre. http://hawaiitheatre.com/taimane
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- Island Life Live FULL SHOW October 7, 2026
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- 40:02
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Island Life Live is a vibrant lifestyle show hosted by Davey D and Lina Girl, bringing Hawai‘i’s local flavor to life with engaging segments featuring businesses, talent, and community updates. If it's happening in Hawaiʻi, it's happening on Island Life Live!
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- License Plate Readers: Safety Or Surveillance?
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- 4:40
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hawaii Island is considering Automatic License Plate Readers. What does this mean for your privacy, crime tracking, and daily commute?
"What's Da Scoops" is a daily Island Life Live segment in which co-hosts Davey D and Lina Girl discuss the top-of-mind topics of the day.
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- 'Who Are You?': Christa Pike Wakes Up Confused After Botched Execution
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike is reportedly "angry and confused" after waking up from a botched execution attempt. Her attorney, Randy Spivey, recently provided an update on her condition, revealing the shocking aftermath of the failed procedure. According to Spivey, Pike is suffering from significant "cognitive confusion." Upon regaining consciousness, her first words were reportedly, "Where am I and who are you?" As she began to process the unprecedented situation, Spivey noted that she asked what had happened, inquiring about her legal team as well as the victim's family. Spivey stated that overall, she remains deeply angry and disoriented about the ordeal.
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- US Demands Transparency As Russia Locks Down After Suspected Plague Death
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Russian authorities are maintaining strict quarantine measures in the Siberian town of Shelyhov following the mysterious death of a technician at a local anti-plague laboratory. While local officials claim the situation is under control and life is proceeding normally, reports from the area paint a different picture. Some maternity wards have been locked down, and patients have been forced to wear masks and fill out questionnaires specifically asking about their exposure to infectious diseases, including the plague. The developing situation has drawn intense international scrutiny. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) recently released a statement calling the technician's death a "possible case of pneumonic plague," while acknowledging that the information coming out of the Russian Federation remains extremely limited. In response to the Kremlin's tight-lipped approach, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is demanding complete transparency. President Donald Tr...
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- Hawaii DOH urges flu shots as cases surge this season
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hawaii's flu test positivity rate has jumped from 3.6% to over 20% in just one month, prompting the state's top epidemiologist to urge residents to get vaccinated now.
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- 'It's A Big Shiny Object': Researchers Investigate Sunken Plane In Earhart Mystery
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A new $900,000 expedition led by archaeologist Rick Pettigrew and his team from Purdue University is heading to the uninhabited Nikumaroro Island in the Pacific Ocean to investigate a sunken object that could solve the Amelia Earhart mystery. While most historians believe the world-famous aviatrix ran out of fuel and crashed into the open ocean in 1937, this expedition aims to test the "castaway theory"—the idea that Earhart landed near the deserted island and survived for a time. Researchers are basing their search on satellite imagery showing a large, shiny object submerged in the water. Proponents of the castaway theory also point to past discoveries of human bones matching Earhart's build and artifacts like a freckle ointment jar found on the island. Skeptics, however, argue the satellite anomaly could simply be a dead pandanus tree washed off the shoreline by a storm. Regardless of the outcome, Pettigrew's team intends to thoroughly investigate the object to identify it once an...
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- Rescue kittens explore Mall of America's Sea Life aquarium
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- About two dozen rescue kittens from the Bitty Kitty Brigade explored Sea Life at the Mall of America — swimming through a 300-foot underwater tunnel and coming face-to-face with sea turtles and a sand tiger shark as part of a socialization effort to help them adjust to future homes.
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- Molokai dogs arriving at Mala Harbor to find forever homes
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Maui Humane Society is partnering with the Molokai Humane Society to bring six stray dogs to Oahu for adoption, with the animals set to arrive at Mala Harbor in Lahaina Wednesday morning before heading to the Puʻunēnē shelter for health evaluations and care.
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- 'I See This Fire Of Hate': Alleged Cornell Victim Receives Death Threats
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Jane Doe, the woman who recently filed a civil lawsuit alleging she was gang-raped at a Cornell University fraternity in 2024, is now facing severe death threats. Her attorney, Thomas Giuffra, revealed during a CNN interview with Anderson Cooper that moments before going on air, his client received a chilling phone call threatening to "shoot up her house" and kill her and her parents. Giuffra also noted she has been the target of ongoing malicious emails, including messages containing gun emojis. The terrifying threats arrive amid escalating outrage directed at Cornell University. In a recent virtual webinar, university officials confirmed that two students named in the civil lawsuit are still enrolled and attending classes. The administration's handling of the allegations has sparked immense backlash on campus, prompting faculty members to submit a vote of no confidence in the university's administrators. Cornell University has not publicly responded to requests for comment regarding...
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- Hawaii's biggest pickleball tournament starts Thursday in Honolulu
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- 0:12
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hawaii's largest indoor pickleball tournament gets underway tomorrow at the Hawaii Convention Center, running through Sunday, with a new Collegiate Cup competition featuring UH, USC, University of Virginia, and Indiana University.
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- UH Manoa lands 10 programs in US top 30
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ten programs at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa — including oceanography, atmospheric science, and hospitality and tourism — have been ranked among the nation's top 30 out of roughly 2,000 universities worldwide.
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- Kids as young as 2 compete in Kona IRONMAN race week
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Keiki as young as 2 years old got their shot at the IRONMAN experience in Kona, completing their own swim-and-run course on the iconic race route — finisher medals and all.
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- Wednesday Weather | Warm and mostly dry today before possible heavier rain moving in tonight
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Light winds and a few afternoon showers are expected today, but a major weather change is coming tonight. Deep tropical moisture will bring increasing showers, heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms, especially across Kauai and Oahu.
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- Honolulu Army nurse excited for Women's Memorial on Honor Flight
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- 3:21
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Honolulu Army nurse excited for Women's Memorial on Honor Flight
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- Dashcam Captures Horrific Florida School Bus Crash That Killed Student, Driver
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Newly released dash camera video from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office shows the terrifying chain reaction that led to a fatal school bus crash in Winter Haven, Florida. The footage captures a white Chevy Malibu crossing the center line and clipping the back of the school bus. The impact tore off one of the bus's wheels, causing it to swerve uncontrollably into oncoming traffic where it collided head-on with a Jeep and overturned into a ditch. A 10th-grade female student aboard the bus and the driver of the Jeep were both killed in the crash. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd noted that the initial collision happened so fast it was impossible for the bus driver to maintain control. Investigators have found no evidence that the driver of the Malibu was speeding or impaired, and criminal charges are not expected at this time.
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- AI Fuels Censorship? PEN America Reports Record 12,000 School Book Bans
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A record-breaking 12,000 book bans were recorded in U.S. public schools during the 2025-2026 school year, according to a new report from PEN America. Texas led the nation with over 8,100 banned titles, significantly surpassing Florida's 3,200. The surge in censorship, often spearheaded by conservative and parental rights groups, frequently targets books dealing with race and gender identity. The report also highlights a concerning new trend: the use of artificial intelligence to identify books for removal in states like Texas, where legislation can be broad and difficult to apply. Bestselling author Stephen King remains the most commonly banned author, while widely known works such as "The Handmaid's Tale" and "Speak" continue to face removal. In response to the censorship, a publisher-backed "Banned Wagon" is touring the country to showcase and distribute over 50 frequently challenged books to readers of all ages.
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- Pentagon Says 'Judgment Day' Has Come For Fort Hood Shooter Nidal Hasan
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- 1:24
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- President Donald Trump has officially approved the execution of Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Hasan by a U.S. Army firing squad. In November 2009, Hasan, a former Army major and psychiatrist, opened fire at a deployment processing center at Fort Hood, Texas, killing 13 people and wounding 32 others. Hasan later admitted to the deadly attack, stating he had been radicalized and was targeting soldiers to protect the Taliban from the U.S. military. Following a recommendation from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the Pentagon confirmed the presidential approval, stating, "Judgment day for Hasan has finally come". This marks the first time the U.S. military will execute a soldier since the hanging of Private John Bennett in 1961, and the first execution by a military firing squad since Private Eddie Slovik in 1945. Besides Hasan, there are currently three other soldiers on military death row at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.
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- Automated license plate readers may come to Hawaiʻi Island, raising privacy concerns
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The state is looking to install automated license plate readers on Hawaiʻi Island to help combat agricultural crime, but privacy advocates and community members are raising concerns about how that data will be collected, stored and shared.
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- Sound of Hawaii: The Royal Hawaiian Band carries legacy in every note
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- 5:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- For nearly 190 years, the Royal Hawaiian Band has been more than a musical group. Founded by King Kamehameha III in 1836, the band continues to preserve Hawaiʻi’s history and culture while evolving with the islands.
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- Honolulu pilot program allows some bars to stay open until 4 a.m.
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- 2:54
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Some Oahu bars can now apply for a special license to stay open until 4 a.m. under a new Honolulu Liquor Commission pilot program. While business owners see an opportunity, HPD and Waikiki leaders are raising concerns about public safety and staffing.
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- Wednesday Weather Forecast | Humidity rises as wetter weather moves into Hawaii
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- 4:48
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hawaii will see a warmer and more humid on Wednesday as winds turn more southerly. After a sunny start, clouds and leeward showers are expected to increase, with additional moisture arriving through the end of the week.
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- Hawaii veterans begin inaugural Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hawaii veterans are making a long-awaited journey to the nation’s capital as part of the inaugural Hawaiian Islands Honor Flight. One Marine veteran hopes to honor friends at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, while a former Army nurse looks forward to visiting the Women’s Memorial.
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- Naʻalehu Elementary to reopen Monday following repairs to Hurricane Lala damage
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Naʻalehu Elementary School is reopening on Monday, October 12, following the completion of campus repairs for damages caused by Hurricane Lala in August.
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- WATCH How A Robotics Company Ended Their Droids
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- 3:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- "Ill be back." Doesn't look that way! California robotics firm Figure AI gave its retired fleet of F.02 humanoid robots the ultimate "Terminator 2" send-off.
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- Who Has Your Enjoy Snacks Hook-up?
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- There's one place you can go to grab your favorite Enjoy Snacks PLUS get a flu shot, pick up prescriptions, a get well card, groceries, beauty supplies, and other household needs. Watch to find out where!
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau on this October 6, 2026
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Celebrating October babies on this special day - Happy Birthday! Know someone celebrating their birthday soon? Visit http://kitv.com and click on “Birthdays” at the top of the page. Fill out the info, attach the pic of the birthday celebrant and click submit, then tune in to Island Life Live. It's so easy to celebrate those you love with us!
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- Level Up Events with The Well Kailua
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- 5:14
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Take your gathering to the next level with The Well Kailua! Known for its beachy surf vibes and incredible coffee, this windward favorite is expanding beyond morning brews. Watch to find out about The Well After Hours and their brand-new Mobile Bar.
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- Look Out! Some Hawaiʻi Plants Can Damage Your Eyes
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- 4:09
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Hawaii MDs panel introduces a dedicated, weekly medical segment on KITV’s Island Life Live explicitly tailored to the wellness of local communities. Airing every Tuesday, this expert local medical team tackles distinct health concerns impacting the islands, outlines functional preventative tips, and takes direct viewer questions via islandlifelive@kitv.com
Today's topic: Hawaiʻi Plants that can cause pain, injury, even damage to your eyes.
Today's panelist: Dr. Hugo Higa, board-certified ophthalmologist providing vital care and updates on vision health.
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- Spooky Season in Paradise Has Begun!
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- 3:55
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Get ready for a frightfully fun Spooky Season, Hawaii style! There are lots of fun Halloween events across the islands, including the annual BOOgie at Beach Walk. Happening on Halloween night (Saturday, October 31, 2026) from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Waikiki Beach Walk, this free family-friendly block party packs a live DJ, local food vendors, trick-or-treating, and a massive costume contest.
For more fun, check out http://kitv.com/links
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- Experience Incredible Harmony with Sounds of Aloha
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- 7:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Get ready for an unforgettable evening of world-class a cappella! The Sounds of Aloha Chorus is taking the stage this Saturday at 7:00 PM for the grand finale of the 2026 Pan Pacific Harmony Convention. Gather your friends and family at the Blaisdell Concert Hall to experience hundreds of voices coming together in spectacular harmony alongside international champion quartets. Best of all, admission is completely free and no tickets are required!
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- Master Medicare with AARP Hawaiʻi Today
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- 5:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Confused by insurance? Kealiʻi Lopez of AARP Hawaiʻi stops in with details about free, unbiased Medicare workshops from October 15 to December 7 done in collaboration with SHIP. Learn about 2027 plan changes, eligibility, and out-of-pocket costs. Join an in-person event or catch the virtual Zoom seminar on November 6 for one-on-one help from certified counselors.
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- Aloha, Pule, and Kōkua for the Viveiros ʻOhana
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- 3:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A heartbreaking tragedy has devastated the North Shore community following a fatal wrong-way crash on Interstate 40 in New Mexico. This tribute honors the beautiful lives and legacy of Wayne, Luana, and their 22-year-old daughter, Lilinoe Viveiros, whose shared love for hula, teaching, and family touched so many hearts back home in Hawaii. Our deepest aloha and prayers go out to their surviving sons, extended family, and the entire community mourning this unimaginable loss.
If you wish to support them, a verified GoFundMe account has been set up. Visit http://kitv.com/links for more info
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- Honolulu Liquor Commission considers extending Waikiki bar hours to 4 a.m.
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Honolulu Liquor Commission is considering whether more Waikiki bars and nightclubs should be allowed to stay open until 4 a.m.
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- Disaster Emergency: New York Battles Rapidly Spreading Measles Outbreak
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- 1:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- New York Governor Kathy Hochul has officially declared a state disaster emergency as a highly contagious measles outbreak continues to spread, particularly across under-immunized rural communities. The state has recorded 108 confirmed measles cases so far in 2026, with the vast majority occurring outside of New York City. To combat the resurgence of the disease, which was declared eliminated in the U.S. back in 2000, local health departments have already administered more than 1,000 doses of the MMR vaccine. The new executive order allows a broader pool of healthcare professionals, including paramedics, pharmacists, and midwives, to administer the vaccines and enables nurses to order measles testing. Governor Hochul emphasized the urgency of the order, stating, "No one should get seriously ill or die from a vaccine-preventable disease".
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- Action, Emotion, And Pups: 2026 Dog Photography Award Winners Revealed
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A thought-provoking portrait of a pit bull titled "Loved and Hated" has been declared the overall winner of the 2026 Dog Photography Awards. Beating out roughly 1,900 entries from across the globe, photographer Katie Brockman claimed the top spot. Brockman stated that her winning photograph "aims to convey the complicated feelings toward pitbulls and bully breeds." The competition also honored several other stunning images showcasing the extraordinary diversity of dogs across multiple categories. Standouts included "Winter Launch," which took first place in the Action category by showing a dog flying over frozen ground, and "Waiting," a moving Documentary category winner capturing rescued dogs looking for adoption. Additional honors went to "Beyond the Track" in the Portrait Outdoor category and Sarah Ebner's "Close" in the Dogs and People category. Organizers emphasize that the annual competition's goal is to celebrate talented photographers while highlighting the unique charm of ou...
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- "Paws of War" finds homes for research beagles in western NY
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ten beagles rescued from a biomedical research facility in western New York are learning everyday life skills — like drinking from a bowl and walking on grass — as a nonprofit works to pair them with veterans and first responders.
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- Hawaii veterans take off on inaugural Honor Flight to D.C.
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The inaugural Hawaiian Islands Honor Flight has taken off this morning, sending local veterans — including a retired Army lieutenant colonel who served as a nurse during the Vietnam War — to Washington, D.C., where they'll visit memorials honoring those who served.
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- Tuesday Weather | Gentle trades continue today as wetter conditions move in midweek
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Gentle to locally breezy trade winds will continue across the islands today.
A few light to briefly moderate showers will move into windward and mauka areas this morning. As the winds weaken, sea breezes will develop this afternoon, bringing clouds and a few showers to interior and mauka areas.
