Honolulu City Council considers stricter fireworks laws after New Year's explosion killed six.

The Honolulu City Council is considering Bill 7 to strengthen fireworks laws in response to the New Year's Day fireworks explosion that killed six and injured dozens. The bill would increase penalties for illegal fireworks possession and use, aligning city laws with state regulations. Meanwhile, an editorial argues for reintroducing low-risk novelty fireworks to offer a safer alternative to dangerous ones.

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