KITV-TV (Honolulu, HI)

KITV4 Island News has been a prominent voice for the Islands since it began broadcasting in 1954. From its inception, the station has delivered essential news, entertainment, and sports updates. Currently, KITV4 Island News offers over 30 hours of local news content each week. Our weekday programming kicks off with Good Morning Hawaii at 4:30 a.m. We were pioneers in the market, being the first to introduce a Midday Newscast. Our evening schedule features a newscast at 5 p.m., followed by another hour at 6 p.m., and we conclude with an in-depth nightly report at 10 p.m. on KITV4 Island News Tonight. On weekends, KITV4 stands out as the only station offering a weekend morning newscast, Good Morning Hawaii, airing from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. Saturday broadcasts include news at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 10 p.m., while Sundays feature news at 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. As an ABC affiliate, KITV4 proudly presents a variety of entertainment programming, including World News Tonight and live sports events. KITV4 is deeply committed to the community, showcasing numerous local events and supporting valuable causes that benefit the residents of Hawaii. A recent initiative raised nearly $70,000 for Helping Hands Hawaii to assist families in need of food during the pandemic, all thanks to the generosity of our viewers in just a few weeks. Hawaii is our home, and the people of Hawaii are like family to us.

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Explosive devices found in Pahoa drug bust; man arrested

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

PAHOA, Hawaii (Island News) – The Hawaii Police Department arrested a man in connection to a major drug and firearm bust that occurred in the Black Sand subdivision in Pahoa. Hawaii Police Department’s Vice Section, in coordination with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), conducted search warrants on two homes on Oceanview Parkway on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Honolulu police arrest ex-bookkeeper for alleged $460K embezzlement

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

HONOLULU (Island News) – The Honolulu Police Department arrested the former bookkeeper of The Legislative Center Inc. on a $400,000 warrant for allegedly stealing about $460,000 from managed associations. According to the Attorney General’s Investigation Division, Jerry Goode was arrested after an extensive investigation. Goode faces 64 felony counts, including Theft in the First and Second Degree and Forgery in the Second Degree, for alleged crimes committed between 2017 to 2023.
Honolulu’s food and transit innovation earns Bloomberg recognition

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

HONOLULU (Island News) – The City and County of Honolulu has been selected as one of the 50 finalists of Bloomberg Philanthropies’ sixth Mayors Challenge. This competition encourages local government innovation to improve urban life. Mayor Rick Blangiardi made the announcement on Thursday. The challenge elevates municipal services, and the 50 finalists this year, selected from more than 630 applications, hail from 33 countries and represent over 80 million residents.
Kahuku Farms wins national award for farm-to-table excellence

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

KAHUKU, Hawaii (Island News) – Kahuku Farms has been named the winner of Newsweek’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant!The national honor celebrates the farm’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, community, education, and the spirit of aloha. “This award means everything to our team. It’s a tribute to our family’s legacy, our incredible staff, and the loyal community that continues to support local food, culture, and sustainability.
Disney announces live-action Lilo & Stitch sequel on “626” day

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

A scene from the live action "Lilo & Stitch" film. HONOLULU (Island News) – Disney Studios confirmed that the second installment of the live action Lilo & Stitch is now in development. The announcement came in on Thursday morning, on June 26, making it “626” day, also known as Stitch day!Being named “Experiment 626” in the popular Disney movie, Stitch appeared in multiple posts on Disney Studio’s Instagram to celebrate his special day.
Hawaiian Airlines reports “cybersecurity event”; no flight disruptions

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

HONOLULU (Island News) – Hawaiian Airlines reported that a “cybersecurity event” has affected some of its IT systems. On Thursday morning, Hawaiian Airline officials confirmed that flights are operating safely and as scheduled. The Hawaii Department of Transportation shared via social media, a statement from Hawaiian Airlines that shared the following:“Hawaiian Airlines is addressing a cybersecurity event that has affected some of our IT systems.
Events happening this weekend on Oahu: June 27 - June 29

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

HONOLULU (Island News) – It’s the last weekend of June ALREADY?! Check out what’s happening on Oahu this weekend for some fun outings!Free Parking Flea Market - June 27, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.Free Parking Studio is hosting yet another epic flea market for all the vintage lovers to enjoy! Happening at SALT at Our Kaka’ako in The Barn, there will be 20+ unique vendors that specialize in men’s and women’s vintage, streetwear, and Y2K.
Third passenger dies in Punaluu crash; Oahu traffic fatalities spike

1 day ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

PUNALUU, Hawaii (Island News) – The Honolulu Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that another one of the passengers involved in the deadly collision on Punaluu, has died. On Wednesday, June 25, the Honolulu Police Department, Traffic Division, Vehicular Homicide Section, was notified that the 28-year-old woman had succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead. The woman was previously reported to be in critical condition.
Sand Island standoff ends in shooting; suspect dies from injuries

2 days ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez |Jeremiah Estrada

HONOLULU (Island News) – The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) resolved an apparent barricade situation on Sand Island on Sunday. HPD reported that the barricade situation has been resolved and that a man was arrested for attempted murder and terroristic threatening by 2:20 p.m.In a press conference following the incident, Police Chief Logan said that the suspect involved, had received critical injuries and later died. The medical examiner identified the suspect as 37-year-old Christian Latimore.
HPD bust illegal game room in Pearl City, one man arrested

2 days ago | kitv.com | Kayli Pascal-Martinez

PEARL CITY, Hawaii (Island News) – Another illegal game room has been busted by the Honolulu Police Department (HPD), this time in Pearl City. On Tuesday, HPD officers executed a search warrant at an illegal gambling room that was reported near Hoolehua St. at approximately 5:30 p.m.During the raid, officers recovered 16 gambling machines and $3,855 in cash. Police also arrested a man for Promoting Gambling in the Second Degree and Possession of a Gambling Device.