Good morning, Honolulu.

Hoʻokahi Leo Kauhale in Kalihi is expanding with 30 new units and a recreational area by the end of the month while artist Marko Livingston adds vibrant murals to bring color to the site — the project builds on a community of residents working together to overcome challenges.

On July 9, off-duty lifeguards at Sandy Beach rescued multiple individuals during two water emergencies near Lifeguard Tower 4B and Half Point as one incident involved a young man caught by a parachute and the other saved a woman and child caught in a rip current, with no injuries reported.

The sixth annual Castle Complex School Supply Drive starts today at Windward Mall Center Court at 10 a.m. and runs until 7 p.m. — donations are accepted on Sunday until 6 p.m. to help local students and teachers prepare for the school year.

Firefighters are working to extinguish a wildland fire in South Kohala this afternoon as Waikoloa Village residents face evacuations (the Waikoloa Elementary School cafeteria is open as a shelter).

Gov. Josh Green signed legislation on Thursday recognizing the Hawaiʻi Conservation Sanctuary — a measure aimed at protecting native species and enhancing local conservation efforts.

Honolulu is reviewing new spay and neuter rules that expand affordable veterinary services and update fees for participating clinics, with a decision expected by the end of this month.

Local groups disagree on whether public funds should support trap-neuter-return for free-roaming cats & protect native wildlife.

Harbor users at Ala Wai Boat Harbor raised concerns on Friday over confusing signage and strict towing rules during public testimony — state officials said the new license plate system gives two warnings before a tow and parking operations remain under review.

The Health Department confirmed a travel-related dengue case in an Oahu resident, raising the state's total to six dengue cases this year.

Officials are monitoring the situation and advising everyone to take appropriate precautions.