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The lasting lessons learned as we approach the 2 year anniversary of the Maui Wildfires Disaster. Plus, Honolulu's Mayor shares his thoughts on the police commission's choice for interim chief after his pick didn't get the job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three bills were signed into law today to help city agencies crackdown on illegal game rooms. The Honolulu Police Department has a new Interim Chief. A free program at the YMCA teaches kids how to a survive a fall into the water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning a looming deadline for Maui wildfire victims to claim compensation. We'll tell you what you need to do to get it. A shortage of court reporters is impacting proceedings statewide. How bad the problem really is and what the judiciary is doing to respond. Do your young kids know what to do if they fall into a pool? Casey Lund is live this morning to tell you more about a free YMCA program that is teaching lifesaving skills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to practice ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi with us! Our guest hosts deliver another language lesson on HI Now Daily, plus a social media star known for his skits and pranks join us live in studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tragedy on Oahu's roads as two young women are killed in a head-on crash in Punalu'u. What HPD says about the gruesome collision and the condition of the other victims involved. The Honolulu Police Commission is picking a new interim chief ahead of Joe Logan's retirement. We'll tell you how many people applied for the job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of what could be a dangerous fire season, state and county officials are sounding the alarm. On Maui, the county says the Kahikinui brush fire is now 95% contained, after scorching about 330 acres in two days. Happening today, the Honolulu Police Commission is expected to appoint HPD's new interim chief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Honolulu Police commission is expected to appoint HPD's new interim chief today. What names have been thrown around ahead of Chief Joe Logan's retirement. At least five farmers are leaving East Oahu, when their fifty-year leases expire at the end of the month. Why community members are concerned about another looming deadline and what the landowner has said in response. It's now been two years since Richianna Deguzman was caught in the crossfire of a gang shooting in West Oahu. We'll give you an update on her recovery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A plan to shake up the Honolulu City Council's leadership draws hundreds of opponents. Plus, a new lawsuit claims State hospital leaders retaliated against a psychiatrist for speaking out about staffing issues and dangerous work conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love a pop-up shop on HI Now Daily! Join live to see what jewelry, swimwear and other clothing is going on sale this weekend. Plus, we meet the family running a local “farmette” and get a lesson on how to make pierogis from Pelmeshki. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Spotlight Now, we’re speaking to Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation deputy executive director Mike O’Keefe and project director Vance Tsuda. Then we’re joined by City and County of Honolulu deputy director of Transportation Services Jon Nouchi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firefighters on Maui and Oahu are still trying to contain two brushfires. The Los Angeles Rams are holding a 2-day minicamp starting today. Kyle Chinen is live in Kaanapali with the excitement. And thousands of Maui wildfire victims have begun receiving instructions on how to claim their share of the $4 billion settlement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maui wildfire victims have begun receiving instructions on how to claim their share of a $4 billion settlement. What you need to know to get your money. Hawaii vehicle safety inspection fees are on the rise. More on when this will go into effect and how much prices are going up. Tense moments at a meeting for a project for homeless young adults in Makaha. We'll hear from both sides this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch HI Now Daily to learn about free music workshops happening this week, and how you can win a pair of tickets to a festival with more than 100 craft beers and seltzers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firefighters on Maui continue to fight a brush fire in Kahikinui as Maui's fire chief shares the latest details. Plus, the search for the University of Hawaii's new athletic director as ended after unanimous approval from the university's board of directors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest from Maui where firefighters continue to battle a wildfire that prompted over 100 homes to evacuate in Kahikinui. Plus, the UH Board of Regents confirmed the universities new athletic director. Federal and wildland firefighters are battling a brush fire on Schofield Barracks in Central Oahu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're following developing news this morning out of Maui. the latest on evacuations from the brush fire burning in Kahikinui. The UH Board of Regents is set to meet today to discuss the appointment of the university's next Athletics Director. What this could mean if he is approved. Seeing a charge you do not recognize on your account can be scary. We'll tell you how you can deal with fraud depending on what type of card you use. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands showed up for the "No Kings" rallies throughout the state, while the masses were loud and expressive, it was, for the most part, peaceful. Meanwhile, Minnesota authorities continue their search for a man who allegedly shot two Minnesota lawmakers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Minnesota lawmaker and her husband were shot in their home Saturday morning as law enforcement now search for the suspect. Meanwhile, on Oahu, Honolulu police are searching for a suspect in an alleged stabbing that left a man in serious condition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayhem in the Middle East, as Iran and Israel exchange strikes. How the escalating unrest is impacting military bases in Hawaii. BJ Penn is back in court after being arrested for violating his mother's temporary restraining order against him. Plus, did you get that startling emergency alert test on your phone today? An explanation from the agency that sent it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch today’s episode of HI Now Daily as we talk story with a poke expert to hear what he sees as the keys to a perfect dish. Plus, we’ll have a language lesson about music, all in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.