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Hilo loses an icon. This morning, we remember kumu hula Nalani Kanakaole, and her legacy that will live on. Changes on the way for Hawaiian Airlines. Details on a $600-million investment plan and what you could see when flying in the future. The eyes of the tech world are on Las Vegas this week for the annual Consumer Electronics Show. Our expert Jamey Tucker is there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide in Waikiki after finding the bodies of a man and woman in a room at the Wailana. Authorities say they received nearly 600 reports of illegal fireworks during New Year's celebrations, plus new numbers on arrests and fireworks seized. Hawaii mourns Nālani Kanakaʻole, a fifth-generation kumu hula who dedicated her life to preserving and practicing ancient Hawaiian traditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our HNN First Alert Weather team is watching that Kona low that could bring more heavy rains and thunderstorms. Honolulu police and state law enforcement release the final numbers from their joint New Year's Eve illegal fireworks enforcement. A revered kuma hula who dedicated her life to preserving ancient Hawaiian traditions dies in Hilo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, we're getting a look at what Kainoa's been up to in LA this weekend. We get the details from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority about how this upcoming football season will play a role in a new campaign to bring more tourists to Hawaiʻi. Then, we're in the kitchen with Rachel & Natalie with five ingredients and an easy recipe - see what they're making!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LIVE: New details on a deadly chain-reaction crash on H-1 that killed a 26-year-old. Continuing coverage on the state's First Alert Weather Day. Venezuelans gathered in Waikiki over the weekend to express support of Maduro's removal from power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Developments in a road rage attack case in Kakaako. What the suspect is expected to do when he appears in court this week. How well are state leaders responding to the challenges that all of us are facing? The results from a new public survey. That's the name of a newly-launched tourism campaign targeting the Los Angeles market. We sent Casey Lund to the city of angels to check out what this could mean for the local visitor industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hawaii News Now First Alert Weather Team is tracking a kona low as a flood watch is now in effect for all islands through Monday. Meanwhile, dozens of protesters expressed their disapproval of President Donald Trump’s actions in Venezuela at the Hawaii State Capitol on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hours after an audacious military operation that plucked leader Nicolas Maduro from power and removed him from the country Saturday, President Donald Trump said the United States would run Venezuela at least temporarily and tap its vast oil reserves to sell to other nations. Plus, our First Alert Weather Team is tracking a kona low, which will increase the potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Law enforcement leaders share initial thoughts about effectiveness of beefed up efforts to crackdown on illegal fireworks. New video from Maui shows the moment a resident says an illegal firework exploded on the side of their Kahului home. And the Oahu man accused of killing his mother at her Hawaii Kai home tells a judge he wants to represent himself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, we're breaking a sweat and kicking off our New Year with two local businesses that will help you reach your fitness goals for 2026. First, we'll learn from one studio about the benefits of HIIT & pilates in one workout. Then, find out how you can get this mobile fitness studio to a space near you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LIVE: Hopes for safer roads in 2026 is not off to the best start after a pair of fatal crashes on New Year's Day. A man was taken into custody after allegedly driving his car into a man in Mokuleia. The $250 special SNAP benefit has expired for Hawaii recipients.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From tourist taxes to a higher minimum wage there's a lot of new laws to keep track of in the new year. We break down the ones that will impact you and your family. The new sewer rates that will impact your bill. How many passwords do you need to remember each day? If it's a bit overwhelming our tech expert has a way to keep track.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked Hawaii’s new tax on cruise ship cabins, while several other laws took effect that will cut income taxes and raise the minimum wage. Meanwhile, meet Wailuku ohana, whose annual New Year’s Day celebration has been going strong for half a century.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While illegal aerials still lit up the night sky, Honolulu firefighters and Emergency Medical Services saw a significant drop in fireworks-related cases. The first day of the new year was also marked by the first traffic-related deaths on Oahu and Kauai. From an increase in minimum wage to rules for fundraising platforms, we look at the new state laws that went into effect at midnight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of reported injuries was released after Hawaii residents lit up the night sky with fireworks on New Year's Eve. Dozens are believed to be dead after a bar fire in the Swiss Alps. Experts explain ways to make resolutions for the new year stick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First responders address New Year's firework-related calls. About 40 people died, 115 were injured in a fire at a Swiss Alps bar during last night's celebration. HNN goes undercover with law enforcement patrolling New Year's Eve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last-minute New Year’s Eve shoppers prioritized food, drinks, and supplies over fireworks, with many saying they’re keeping celebrations simple and safe. Meanwhile, the Honolulu Fire Department extinguished a 2-alarm fire Wednesday in Ewa Beach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii gets ready to ring in 2026 with eating, watching fireworks, and spending time with loved ones. Law enforcement has stepped up its patrols as residents wait to see if the new fireworks laws will really work. And there are several professional fireworks shows to enjoy around town -- where you can witness a spectacle when the clock strikes midnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, we’re taking a look back at our year and bringing you the best of our best. Then, we're finding out how you can kick off your New Year with El Dia de Tres Reyes and fukubukuro bags from Ua Hawaii!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THIS IS NOW: How tens of millions of Americans will be affected through the expiration of Obamacare. Selected Oahu locations prepare for New Year's Eve celebrations with professional firework displays, and HPD shares how to report illegal fireworks. We also take a deep dive into 2025 with a recap on the top stories of this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A change is coming to how homeless individuals on Hawaii Island are cared for. Why less support will be available on the streets. Changes in charges at three popular beach parks on Maui. How much visitors have to pay, and when residents will have exclusive access. Cleaning up after the holidays can be tough. We have some do's and don'ts when it comes to taking out your Christmas tree. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Big Island men accused of smuggling tons of illegal fireworks over a decade make their first court appearance. Harrowing eyewitness accounts detail an early‑morning house fire in Kaneohe. An outreach program that brought medical care directly to people living on the streets is coming to an end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, we get the details about the new Kapono's at the Lounge - how you can spend your New Year's Eve there and who's in the line up to play next year. Next, we're finding out why you should take a look at this real estate agency from Nevada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Hilo men were charged with several crimes related to illegal fireworks shipping, transportation, storage, and possession. Fire investigators are looking into what caused a blaze in Windward Oahu overnight that damaged three homes. And a critical program that provided medical care to people living on the streets is ending in the New Year, due to a lack of funding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the one-year anniversary of the deadly fireworks explosion at Aliamanu approaches, law enforcement is taking additional measures to prepare for New Year’s Eve. Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement director Mike Lambert shared with Spotlight Now plans to blanket the island of Oahu through manpower and technology by Dec. 31. Emergency Medical Services director Dr. Jim Ireland said the Aliamanu explosion, which killed six people and injured 20 more, was the worst call of his 40-year career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THIS IS NOW: HFD crews responded to a 2-alarm house fire in Kaneohe. City and state leaders warn the public of harsher illegal fireworks penalties ahead of New Year's Eve. Hawaii condominium owners now have the option to purchase state-run insurance products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're getting a look the size of an overnight 2-alarm fire in Kaneohe. How many homes were damaged, as investigators look for a cause? Back to the scene of the fireworks explosion disaster. As well as, what's frustrating is that police are investigating the crime a year later. Despite the skyrocketing price of home insurance, there's actually some good news we'll tell you about for Hawaii condo owners coming up in this half hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How law enforcement and shipping companies are working together to stop the illegal flow of fireworks. Investigators determine a Maui house fire as potential arson, as multiple people are left displaced. Learn why Hawaii condominium owners may see insurance rates dramatically drop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, we’re finding out what Wai Kai has planned for New Year's Eve and how you can enjoy it too. Plus, if you want to stay home with the furry pets in our lives, find out how to keep them safe ahead of the New Year's fireworks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State and City law enforcement departments are teaming up this New Year's Eve to crack down on illegal fireworks. Fire investigators believe a blaze on Maui that left seven people displaced may have been intentionally set. And President Trump says he wants to get to the next phase of the Gaza peace plan as quickly as possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Maui fire displaced seven people, and officials reported there are signs the fire was intentionally set. In President Trump's effort to reach a peace deal to end the war, he is hosting Israeli's Prime Minister a day after meeting with Ukraine's President. The teachers union is fighting to get pay raises for thousands of public school educators who were denied increases despite years of out-of-state experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The warnings from officials as a camera catches a couple of trespassers getting too close to Kilauea. A new scam is circulating on Maui -- how to avoid getting tricked. And a popular South Korean bakery chain has opened up shop on Oahu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A message for the public after two trespassers were caught on camera getting too close to Kilauea's eruption. A 4-year-old boy suffers serious injuries after being hit while riding his bicycle. An upcoming food festival is bringing top chefs to Hawaii Island to showcase local ingredients and island-inspired flavors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A long-running strike at a major Honolulu hospital is now over. What workers and hospital leaders are saying after a new agreement is reached. A Hawaii Kai homicide case is moving forward in court. The charges a man now faces and what he told a judge. And many Kapilina Beach Homes residents say their electricity bills have more than doubled, with some reporting charges of over one thousand dollars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After more than two months, a strike at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children is over. With a new contract, when will hundreds of Hawaii Teamsters and Allied Workers Local 996 workers return? We also have new details about the relationship between a suspected killer and his alleged victim in a 15-year-old cold case on Kauai. And a software glitch could slow down security lines at the airport. What you need to know if you're headed to the airport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the first day of fireworks sales on Oahu. We take a look at the crowds and what you need to know to celebrate safely. Family members reveal new details about the relationship between Amber Jackson and the man accused of killing her 15 years ago. And Hawaiian Airlines is warning of a ticketing glitch that will likely create longer security lines, on what's already expected to be one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaiian Airlines put out an alert on its website notifying guests to arrive at airports early because of an issue with TSA pre-check that's slowing down lines. Honolulu's prosecutor has secured an indictment for Micah Auna, 29, the man accused of killing his mother in Hawaii Kai last week. And fans are still buzzing after Christmas Eve's thrilling Hawaii Bowl showdown between the Rainbow warriors and the Cal Golden Bears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Changes for visitor access in Lahaina. What boat tour companies will now have to do to operate. We hear from fire officials on how to handle rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, including those in your smartphone, to keep your family safe. Census data shows that more Native Hawaiians now live outside Hawaii than on the islands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two crashes, one fatal, are reported across the state. University of Hawaii's Rainbow Warriors win the Hawaii Bowl for the first time in six years. A new shelter aims to help Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries living on the streets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bows take on the Cal Golden Bears in the Hawaii Bowl. Friends of Amber Jackson have renewed hope that her killer will be caught after a major breakthrough in the 15-year-old cold case. Washington authorities locate the second vehicle that hit and killed a state trooper from Hawaii. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, we’re spending Christmas Eve live at the Hawaii Bowl, soaking in the game-day excitement. Plus, we’re sharing fun ideas on how you can ring in the New Year!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The suspect accused of murdering his mother in Hawaii Kai appears in court and claims he acted on self defense. The wife of a man who assaulted the Moanalua's assistant athletic director is now under arrest. Pending court approval, Kamehameha Schools will no longer require tuition beginning with the 2026-27 school year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A seismic shift for Kamehameha Schools. The move officials are making in the face of a lawsuit over admissions policies. State officials are warning that some seasonal scams are targeting residents. In October, over a thousand people in the Native Hawaiian Community attended the Hawaiian Convention. How do they maintain their identity while on the continent? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The search for a murder suspect continues 15 years after the death of Amber Jackson. Honolulu crews stopped a sewer leak that discharged effluent near Honolulu Harbor for 17 hours. One year after the current Kilauea eruption began, episode 39 continues, with lava fountains reaching heights of over 1,000 feet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economist Carl Bonham from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization discusses what's in store for the state's economy in 2026, including the impact from Hawaii's minimum wage increase. And from the New Year's deadly fireworks accident to ICE raid arrests, HNN's Daryl Huff helps break down some of the top news stories from 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of HI Now Daily, not happy with how you did this past marathon? Don't worry, we're sitting down with the team from the Honolulu Marathon about how you can take advantage of early-bird prices and get some practice races in before next year's race. Next, we've got some puppies running around our studio in need of a home for the holidays — find out how to support their non-profit!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major break in a 15-year-old cold case on Kauai has police searching for the man they say killed Amber Jackson. The man accused of murdering his mother at her Hawaii Kai home appears in court as we learn new details about what police found at the crime scene. And the U.S. Justice Department defends President Donald Trump after releasing more documents related to Epstein. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The suspect accused of murdering his mother in Hawaii Kai appears in court. Hawaii leaders voice tourism concerns over the Trump administration's plan to increase vetting of visitors to the country. Maui County is starting a new method for projecting water demand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're learning more about the potential direction of the state in upcoming fiscal year. What the Governor's proposed budget is revealing about his priorities. A payout for a man wrongfully imprisoned for years. Christmas is just 2 days away. If you still need to start your holiday shopping we'll give you some last-minute ideas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city is working to stop sewage from spilling into a stream near Honolulu Harbor after an equipment failure near Pier 16. Hawaii leaders sound the alarm as the Trump administration proposes more extensive background checks on visitors. And more bus routes are planned to help fans get to the Hawaii Bowl to watch the University of Hawaii face Cal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 29-year-old man is charged with killing his mother in Hawaii Kai. Hawaii Bowl week has arrived; the Bows and the Golden Bears meet the media as former teammates reunite for a Christmas Eve showdown. And a women allegedly driving under the influence crashed into a man, woman, and child last night on Kauai. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.