Iam Tongi, American Idol Winner, at Blue Note Hawaii

Billy V caught up with Iam Tongi during his rehearsals at Blue Note Hawaii, where he is gearing up for some exciting performances.

Looking back at 2024, Terry Hunter has shared his top 5 favorite movies of the year. They are all available for streaming right now, except for “A REAL PAIN,” which will start streaming on New Year’s Eve. The list includes “A REAL PAIN” on Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime, “ANORA” available for $19.99 on Amazon and Apple TV, “DADDIO” on Netflix, “EMILIA PEREZ” on Netflix, and “HIT MAN” also on Netflix. Check out the video for Terry’s quick rundown of each film.

In other news, trade winds have returned and are expected to continue into the new year.

A recent federal report highlighted a significant increase in Hawaii’s homeless population, almost doubling the number of individuals experiencing homelessness in the state.

The Kauai Fire Department responded to a brush fire along Kuhio Highway that broke out overnight.

And as the new year kicks off, the PGA returns to Maui to commence its 2025 calendar.

For more updates and live weather forecasts, stay tuned to Hawaii News Now.

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