The Rally Point
The Rally Point

The Rally Point

In "The Rally Point," Hawaii News Now's Jonathan Masaki, a retired Army lieutenant colonel, will focus on engaging conversations with military service members and defense department civilians and contractors on military-related issues that impact Hawaii and our community. New episodes drop every other Wednesday.

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Remembering the veterans of the Korean War

Remembering the veterans of the Korean War

Retired Army Colonel Harold Kwon and Retired Army Sergeant Major Kin Lo talk about the Korean Defense Veterans Association.

RIMPAC update from the Chilean Navy

RIMPAC update from the Chilean Navy

Commodore Andres Howard with the Chilean delegation shares how RIMPAC plays a critical role in Chile’s military preparedness.

Canada’s role in RIMPAC

Canada’s role in RIMPAC

Join Jonathan Masaki for “The Rally Point” when guest Brigadier General Jeff Davis with the Canadian delegation shares how RIMPAC plays a critical role in Canada’s military preparedness and helps establish important relationships with the other nations involved.

The Rim of the Pacific Maritime Warfare Exercise begins

The Rim of the Pacific Maritime Warfare Exercise begins

RIMPAC is considered the largest international maritime warfare training event with more than 31 nations and involves more than 25,000 personnel. Captain Brian Jamison talks about what goes into planning RIMPAC 2026 on The Rally Point.

 Executive Director Tamah-Lani Noh on U.S. Vets Barber’s Point

Executive Director Tamah-Lani Noh on U.S. Vets Barber’s Point

U.S. Vets plays an important part in helping veterans by offering critical resources as they transition out of military service.

The importance of mental health care for combat soldiers

The importance of mental health care for combat soldiers

Combat Behavioral Health Counselor Christopher Slavens is dedicated to helping Soldiers and others heal from trauma, grief, and major life transitions. His journey from the battlefield to the therapy room—and now the classroom—is a powerful story about resilience, purpose, and service.

Four-star General Clark discusses leadership in the U.S. Army

Four-star General Clark discusses leadership in the U.S. Army

General Ronald P. Clark, the commanding officer of U.S. Army Pacific will be here. General Clark will talk about what it is like to command the thousands of Soldiers and civilians who are under his leadership. Plus, General Clark will talk to us about the upcoming international LANPAC Symposium and Exposition coming up next week in Honolulu.

The Rally Point: An inside look at UH’s ROTC program

The Rally Point: An inside look at UH’s ROTC program

Leaders from UH's ROTC program discuss how a cadet can gain a college education and, at the same time, a commission in the U.S. Army.

Exploring the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, and celebrating America250 in Hawaii

Exploring the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, and celebrating America250 in Hawaii

Andrew “Homer” Ring, Executive Director of the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum will join us to talk about museum’s 45 years of welcoming aboard the U.S.S. Bowfin at Pearl Harbor. Also this week, Commissioners of the Hawaii America250 Commission will talk about a number of events taking place throughout the state of Hawaii to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday.

Bridging the gap between Hawai'i's military and local communities

Bridging the gap between Hawai'i's military and local communities

Join us this week to learn more about the State of Hawaii’s Military and Community Relations Office (MACRO).