Good morning, Honolulu.

A 2025 Hawaiʻi Appleseed survey finds that half of Oʻahu residents say high transportation costs limit access to essential services and nearly one in four have not left home in a month.

The report calls for safer sidewalks and more affordable transit for low-income households, people with disabilities, and students.

Two community meetings are scheduled on Oahu's North Shore to discuss hurricane, tsunami, and personal emergency preparedness — free supplies will be offered to residents who attend.

Ewa Carnival will return to Wai Kai in West Oahu on Aug.

15–16 — featuring rides, games, local food vendors, and entertainment for the community.

During Merrie Monarch week, Naka interviewed lei maker Aunty Corinne Kaleonapua + 'Tootsie' Weller to explore the art and history of lei making in celebration of a cherished local tradition.

Today, Waikiki Aquarium debuts five new juvenile weedy seadragons at its Amazing Adaptations exhibit after a 21-day quarantine — the animals were acquired in collaboration with Shedd Aquarium in Chicago and are known for their leaf-like appearance.

Michael Powell, a longtime local artist, paints timeless Hawaii landscapes using a palette knife instead of brushes to evoke calm among viewers.

He mentors newcomer Dan de Castro and credits his late mentor Hiroshi Tagami for teaching him his unique style.

Father Michael Castori will be ordained and installed as Honolulu’s sixth bishop on Tuesday, July 28 at 10 a.m. at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Kalihi (space is limited and a livestream is available).

A new study from the University of Hawaii Manoa shows that under a high emissions scenario, nearshore coral reefs may collapse by 2100, costing residents up to $3B in lost recreational activity, with leeward coasts hit first + Oahu affected later.

Gov. Josh Green signed a new film tax credit law on Monday at the Capitol, with actor Jason Momoa giving a recorded cameo from New Zealand to mark new incentives for the film industry.

He also approved a marine affairs law to spur state water opportunities & boost growth.

The H-1 Freeway will close for overnight bridge work on Saturday, July 11, between the Middle Street merge and the Likelike Highway off-ramp.

Motorists should plan alternate routes + expect delays.

Honolulu is seeking public input on proposed administrative rules to run a public canine and feline spay-and-neuter program.

Residents are invited to review the guidelines to help shape the program's structure.

Hawaii native Kolten Wong, a two-time Gold Glove winner with an 11-year MLB career including teams like the St. Louis Cardinals + Milwaukee Brewers, announced his retirement and explained his journey on The Long Game Podcast.