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. 

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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