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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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!

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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