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Best Hawaii News Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our hawaii news list covers 246+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Hawaii News Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Hawaii News NowHawaii News NowFree4.3ā˜… (8.2K)YesNoAug 2026
2KHON2 News - Honolulu HI NewsKHON2 News - Honolulu HI NewsFree4.6ā˜… (14K)YesNoAug 2026
3Island News KITV4Island News KITV4Free4.7ā˜… (797)YesNoAug 2026
4Hawaii News Now WeatherHawaii News Now WeatherFree4.7ā˜… (7.3K)YesNoAug 2026
5Honolulu Star-AdvertiserHonolulu Star-AdvertiserFree4.5ā˜… (1.5K)YesNoAug 2026
6Hawaii Tribune HeraldHawaii Tribune HeraldFree4.8ā˜… (75)NoNoAug 2026
7Hawaii News & Hawaiian Music RadioHawaii News & Hawaiian Music RadioFree4.6ā˜… (85)NoYesAug 2026
8Honolulu Civil BeatHonolulu Civil BeatFree4.8ā˜… (2.1K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Hawaii News

Hawaii News Now#1

Hawaii News Now by Gray Television Group, Inc.

Editor's Choice
šŸ“” News
4.3šŸ˜(8.2K ratings)
FreeAds
#90in News
Hawaii News Now screenshot 1
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Hawaii News Now screenshot 3

Get instant access to local, national, and world news directly on your iPhone. Receive breaking news alerts, view live local headlines and stories, and enjoy sports and video content. Stay informed with news from KGMB, KHNL, KOGG, and KHBC.

What We Love

  • šŸš€ Excellent up-to-date and reliable news source
  • šŸ”„ Great for local news and weather updates
  • šŸ‘ Helpful for staying informed about Hawaii

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Notifications don't link to the correct articles
  • šŸ“ŗ Live stream issues, often freezing or not working
  • šŸ’¤ Outdated and confusing app design
KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News#2

KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News by LIN Television Corporation

Strong Contender
šŸ“” News
4.6šŸ˜ž(14K ratings)
FreeAds
KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News screenshot 1
KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News screenshot 2
KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News screenshot 3
KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News screenshot 4
KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News screenshot 5

Get the latest local news and weather for Hawaii directly on your device. Access breaking news, live streaming coverage, and detailed reports from trusted reporters. Plan your day with interactive weather maps and receive optional alerts for important updates.

What We Love

  • šŸ™Œ Reliable news coverage
  • šŸ“¢ Timely notifications
  • šŸ‘ Easy to navigate

Room to Improve

  • šŸ“ŗ Live stream issues
  • šŸ” Difficulty finding news stories
  • šŸ’° Too many ads

More Hawaii News apps to explore

4
Hawaii News Now Weather
Hawaii News Now Weather
Hawaii News Now Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive real-time current conditions, hourly and daily forecasts, and severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service. Save your favorite locations and stay informed with customizable push notifications.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
ā˜€ļø Weather
(7.3K)
ad-supported
5
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
by The Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Free

Access breaking news, weather, and traffic updates from Hawaii. Enjoy premium local features, island food content, and multimedia. Stay informed with alerts and read the award-winning print replica edition.

Breaking news alertsLocal features and island foodWeather and traffic updates
šŸ“” News
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Hawaii Tribune Herald
Hawaii Tribune Herald
Hawaii Tribune Herald
by The Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Free

Access in-depth local news coverage, including entertainment, sports, and a 7-day weather forecast. Stay informed about concerts, movies, restaurants, and local team updates wherever you go.

In-depth local newsEntertainment updatesLocal sports coverage
šŸ“” News
(75)
free
7
Hawaii News & Hawaiian Music Radio
Hawaii News & Hawaiian Music Radio
Hawaii News & Hawaiian Music Radio
by Juicestand Inc
Free

Stay updated with breaking news from all Hawaiian islands, including travel, weather, and local events. Enjoy streaming Hawaiian music radio stations with background audio support and informative videos about the islands. Receive notifications for important headlines.

Breaking Hawaii news updatesLocal news for Honolulu, Maui, Big Island, KauaiStreaming Hawaiian music radio
šŸ“” News
(85)
free with in-app purchases
8
Honolulu Civil Beat
Honolulu Civil Beat
Honolulu Civil Beat
Local news you can trust.
Free

Access trusted local news from Hawaii in a convenient, mobile-optimized digest. Get daily top stories focusing on investigative and community reporting, designed to keep you informed without overwhelming you.

Immersive digest formatDaily top storiesInvestigative reporting
šŸ“” News
(2.1K)
ad-supported
9
West Hawaii Today
West Hawaii Today
West Hawaii Today
by The Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Free

Access comprehensive local news coverage, including entertainment, sports, and weather forecasts. Stay informed about concerts, movies, restaurants, local teams, and plan your week with a 7-day forecast.

Local news coverageEntertainment updatesSports news
šŸ“” News
(68)
free with in-app purchases
10
Big Island Now
Big Island Now
Big Island Now
Big Island News & Information
Free

Stay informed with local news, events, and community updates from Hawaii's Big Island. Access breaking news, real estate information, and comprehensive local coverage.

Local Big Island NewsEvent ListingsBreaking News Alerts
šŸ“” News
(385)
free
11
The Garden Island News
The Garden Island News
The Garden Island News
by The Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Free

Access in-depth local news coverage, including entertainment, sports, and a 7-day weather forecast. Stay informed about concerts, movies, restaurants, and local teams with this convenient mobile news source.

In-depth local news coverageEntertainment updatesSports news and insights
šŸ“” News
(216)
ad-supported
12
The Maui News
The Maui News
The Maui News
by Ogden Newspapers, Inc.
Free

Stay informed with local news, breaking alerts, and sports updates from Maui. Search full articles and participate in polls to engage with your community.

Breaking News AlertsLocal News CoverageLocal Sports Updates
šŸ“” News
(8)
free
13
Hawaii Sports Radio Network
Hawaii Sports Radio Network
Hawaii Sports Radio Network
by Hawaii Sports Radio Network LLC
Free
āš½ Sports
(0)
14
HGEA
HGEA
HGEA
by Hawaii Government Employees Association
Free
šŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(0)
15
ScoringLive
ScoringLive
ScoringLive
Official ScoringLive App
Free

Stay updated on Hawaii high school sports with live scores, schedules, standings, and statistics. Access the latest news and stories across various sports in one convenient app.

Live and final game scoresWeekly schedulesTeam standings
āš½ Sports
(5)
subscription
16
Hawaii Travel App
Hawaii Travel App
Hawaii Travel App
Offline maps & Budget tracker
Free
āœˆļø Travel
(0)
17
Maui Now
Maui Now
Maui Now
Local Maui News & Weather
Free

Stay informed with local news, weather updates, and community information for Maui. Get breaking news alerts and discover real estate listings.

Local Maui newsWeather updatesBreaking news alerts
šŸ“” News
(795)
free
18
Oasis Hawaii
Oasis Hawaii
Oasis Hawaii
by Michael Despard
Free
šŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(0)
19
Ojai Valley News
Ojai Valley News
Ojai Valley News
by Ojai Media LLC
Free
šŸ“” News
(0)
20
Hawaiian Music Live
Hawaiian Music Live
Hawaiian Music Live
Hawaiian Music Live Radio
Free

Stream Hawaiian music 24/7 from anywhere in the world with this easy-to-use radio application. Enjoy a diverse selection of channels and Hawaii's best radio mix and news in one place.

24/7 live streamingWorldwide listeningDiverse channel selection
šŸŽµ Music
(0)
free

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FAQ about Hawaii News

What are the best hawaii news apps for iPhone?
Hawaii News Now tops our hawaii news apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 8.2K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes ā€” 20 of the top hawaii news apps we rank are free to download, including Hawaii News Now and KHON2 News - Honolulu HI News.
Hawaii News Now shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 246+ hawaii news apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app delivers local, national, and world news. It includes breaking news alerts, live local headlines and stories, sports updates, and video content from KGMB, KHNL, KOGG, and KHBC.
The description specifically mentions the app is available for iPhone. Compatibility with other devices would typically be found in the app store listing.

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