Good morning, Honolulu.

Lanakila Pacific's Meals on Wheels has delivered meals and connection to kupuna across Oahu for 55 years after starting as a lunch wagon at Aala Park in 1971.

The service continues to support seniors' health and independence every day.

Crews at Ala Wai Golf Course will begin constructing two new bridges Monday (one replacing a pedestrian span and the other restoring the vehicular bridge connecting Kapahulu Avenue to the clubhouse), with work expected to finish by the end of 2027.

On Sunday night, Honolulu firefighters responded to a battery explosion triggered fire at Waipahu Towers on Pupumomi St that displaced three residents, controlled the blaze by 12:06 a.m. + the American Red Cross later assisted those affected.

HFD fought a three-alarm fire at Waipahu Towers on Monday night, rescuing six residents and helping others evacuate safely from the eight-story building (located on Pupumomi St.) in Waipahu.

A $25K grant is helping a dozen Hawaii food companies expand their locally sourced products to major retailer shelves by covering costs for the state's first commercial-scale high pressure food processing system in Wahiawa, boosting local business growth.

Nearly 40% of Hawaii’s keiki live in households struggling with high housing costs—data from the 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book show the state ranks among the worst for economic well-being.

Advocates warn that rising rents force families to cut spending on essentials like food and school supplies.

Honolulu mayor Rick Blangiardi appointed John Berry, a veteran conservation leader from roles including the Smithsonian National Zoo, to serve as the new director of the Honolulu Zoo.

Berry will guide the zoo and bolster wildlife conservation efforts in Hawaii.

The city is entering the final phase of restoring a section of Patsy T.

Mink Central Oahu Regional Park after the site was used for debris storage following the March Kona Low storms — soil tests confirm the area is free from harmful contamination before the park nearly reopens.

The old Aloha Stadium's upper deck fell last Tuesday during demolition for the planned Aloha Stadium Entertainment District.

The 50,000-seat venue will be transformed into community sports, retail, and entertainment spaces and is set to be completed by Spring 2029 (Halawa).

Hundreds of Special Olympics athletes from across Hawaii competed at Les Murakami Stadium this past weekend in powerlifting, softball, track and field, and swimming.

The event showcased Hawaii's dedication to providing opportunities for athletes with disabilities.

The final phase of Aloha Stadium’s controlled demolition happened hours ago & crews removed sections as part of a $650 million project to build a 31,000-seat entertainment district set to open in 2029.

HLTA CEO Mufi Hannemann also discussed boosting sports tourism during the Spotlight Now report.