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An investigation is underway into what caused a small plane to crash into the waters off the Kalaupapa Airport runway yesterday. Plus, a floating jetski spurs a search for its missing rider. HNN investigates a city-owned house that sits vacant during an affordable housing crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An investigation is underway after a small plane crashed into waters off the Kalaupapa airport runway. The search continues for a missing 56-year-old man last seen jet skiing off Haleiwa Harbor over the weekend. Plus, tens of thousands gathered tonight at Ala Moana Beach for the Shinnyo lantern floating ceremony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men were taken to the hospital after a small plane crashed off Molokai. Somber ceremonies were held statewide for Memorial Day to honor our nation’s fallen heroes. Plus, tens of thousands will gather at Ala Moana Beach for a touching tribute on the water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're following breaking news at Honolulu's airport where an Alaska Airlines flight landed this morning with tire troubles. Today is Memorial Day, a time our nation pauses to reflect on those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States of America. And Honolulu police are searching for a man who robbed a Kailua gas station, allegedly threatening a 22-year-old worker with a cleaver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have just entered the deadliest time of year on US roadways—some safety reminders this morning to help you stay alert while driving. Honolulu police are searching for a man who robbed a Kailua gas station after threatening a man with a cleaver. Today is Memorial Day Billy V will be live this morning at Ala Moana Beach Park to discuss this year's Shinyo Lantern Floating Ceremony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cleanup efforts continue across South Kona after Friday night's powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake. Plus, a chaotic and deadly scene unfolded outside the White House yesterday triggering a massive response from the Secret Service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damages are being assessed and cleanup is underway following the M6.0 earthquake that struck South Kona last night. New numbers show fewer people are living on Oahu’s streets, but more families are relying on emergency shelters. Plus, a $1.5 billion liquid natural gas power plant on Oahu is one step closer to reality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No tsunami is expected following a magnitude 6.0 earthquake that occurred about seven miles to the east-southeast of Honaunau in the South Kona area of Hawaii Island. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake occurred at 9:46 p.m. It was centered about 3.7 miles east-southeast of the Honaunau-Napoopoo area along the western flank of Mauna Loa, at a depth of 14 miles. A second, weaker magnitude 3.2 earthquake occurred six minutes later, just to the northwest of the first about 13 miles beneath the surface. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From first-time strummers to seasoned strings, KoAloha Ukulele has been handcrafting instruments in Hawaii since 1995. Now, the family-owned shop is sharing how it began - and how it's continued to grow with support from First Hawaiian Bank. Plus, learn how you can enter to win a $100 gift card! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu Police Department veteran Mike Lambert reacts to being passed over for chief despite overwhelming public and union support. The U.S. Coast Guard searches for a missing fisherman off Oahu's Waianae coast. A Waimea fire destroys a vacant home and damages a nearby gym. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Hawaii congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down as Director of National Intelligence for personal reasons, the fourth cabinet member to depart the Trump Administration in recent weeks. After this historic wet season, NOAA forecasters say Hawaii should prepare for an above average number of hurricanes. And as many Hawaii properties are damaged by falling trees, experts say the biggest risk is a fast-growing species introduced to Hawaii more than a century ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new tribute to a Maui police officer killed in the line of duty. How Vice President Vance acknowledged Officer Suzanne O. An invasive species of trees could be a major threat as we approach hurricane season. Where albizia trees came from and why they're such a huge problem. A new, dire prediction for the number of named storms spinning our way. Why NOAA officials say this could be a very busy hurricane season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Hawaiian Telcom workers are injured by a falling cable in Windward Oahu, impacting more than a dozen customers. A national expert explains how the state could legalize gambling in a more responsible way. Smoke pours from a shipping container fire in downtown Honolulu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A downed line snarls traffic in Windward Oahu and sends two workers to the hospital. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its annual hurricane outlook ahead of what is expected to be a busy season. And a national expert weighs in on how the state could legalize gambling in a more responsible way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for a poke extravaganza in the HI Now Daily kitchen! The dad-and-daughter team behind Poke Bowl Patrol shares Ono Seafood's 30-year family legacy - and the grandma-made sauces that make their bowls a farmers market favorite. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're following some breaking news out of Kailua, where Kalanianaole Highway was shut down in both directions this morning when two workers were injured after a cable hit them while on the roadway. Honolulu's new police chief will be David Lazar, of San Francisco, beating out the only Hawaii resident in the running, Mike Lambert, who was backed by the governor, the mayor and the police union. And a serial road rage attacker was sentenced to seven years in prison for seriously injuring two women in Kakaako. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some scary moments in Waikiki when a police car slams into a McDonald's. The latest on any injuries and what led up to the crash. A serial road rager addressed the court as he learns his fate for his crimes. How long is he set to serve behind bars. More homeless individuals, but fewer people on Oahu's streets. We dig into the results of this year's Point-in-Time survey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Honolulu Police Commission chooses David Lazar as Honolulu’s next police chief. A serial road rage attacker received a seven-year prison sentence today for seriously injuring two women in Kakaako. We find out what caused an HPD officer to crash into a Waikiki McDonald’s overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good vibes and good energy. We’re highlighting a local artist performing this weekend, a brand centered around mental health awareness and intentional living, plus a closer look at Hawaiʻi-grown māmaki and the people behind it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man accused in a violent road rage attack on two woman in Kakaako was sentenced to seven years in prison. State Senator Jarrett Keohokalole officially filed his candidacy to run for U.S. congress. And a visitor from California has died after being air lifted from a cliff side on Kauai's Kalalau Trail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.