Good morning, Honolulu.

The 2026 Punahou Carnival kicks off today and is expected to impact traffic in the surrounding area as a flood watch is in effect for all main islands from Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon because of heavy rain.

Hawaiian Electric is preparing extra crews for possible strong winds and storms this weekend & advises customers to review emergency plans and check supplies in case power outages occur.

The company will repair power lines and clear fallen trees as needed.

Loved ones honored 'Shorty' Bertelmann, a member of the 1976 Hokulea crew, as they celebrated his contributions to Polynesian voyaging after he passed away at 78.

Kupuna danced at the 55th Annual Senior Valentine Dance on Friday at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall — enjoying music from the Royal Hawaiian Band and local celebrity appearances in a free event hosted by the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation.

On Jan. 31, 2026, 433 volunteers from NOAA and the Pacific Whale Foundation counted 1,954 humpback whales across 43 sites, 158 fewer than last year, according to the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary.

The survey helps scientists track trends — high surf limited some shore views.

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi issued a proclamation Friday at Honolulu Hale to mark the U.S. Army Nursing Corps’ 125th anniversary — noting its service since Feb.

2, 1901 — with several Army leaders present.

Kamehameha Kapalama won the girls Division I state basketball title by beating Iolani 50-39 on Friday.

The Warriors repeated as champions for the first time since 1999 & 2000 and completed a four-game season sweep.

Iolani girls basketball rallied from a 12-point deficit to edge Konawaena 42-41 on Thursday night at McKinley Student Council Gymnasium in Honolulu.