Good morning, Honolulu.

Honolulu police have seen a rise in shootings and suspected suicide-by-cop incidents, increasing from five pending cases in 2021 to 12 recent cases — a trend that has left law enforcement on high alert — as officials call for heightened support to help those in distress.

A federal lawsuit by six youths alleges that the Youth Challenge Academy in Kalaeloa allowed bullying, beatings and sexual assault with a cadre accused of abuse — a claim that comes after reports described a program lasting five months starting last July that fostered a climate of fear and cover-ups.

Local teens from Nānākuli-Waiʻanae completed a paid summer internship program — paired with local and international employers — to build job skills and gain confidence for future careers.

Organizers said the program addresses a workforce shortage and will expand the initiative soon.

A juvenile green sea turtle at the Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response Care Center in Waimānalo had a life-saving surgery after severe fishing line entanglement made its front flipper unusable.

The procedure used new anesthesia equipment funded by Dr. Tungs and support from NOAA and Hawaii Pacific University, and the turtle swam well one day later.

Residents in Kaimuki met at Liholiho Elementary School on Wednesday to complain about heavy traffic and speeding on narrow streets, noting morning gridlock along Maunaloa and dangerous intersections like 22nd and Pahoa.

City officials including Council Chair Tommy Waters + traffic engineer Kelly Akasaki said they will install rapid flashing beacons and lower school zone speed limits, though changes to signs may take months.

Students at Aiea High are hosting a blood drive to boost the state's critically low blood supply, and local organizers plan to collect donations to help hospitals meet growing needs.

The Hawaii football team completed its opening day of fall training camp on July 23 at Ching Field in Honolulu—head coach Timmy Chang and players like quarterback Micah Alejado led drills and scrimmages.

The practice was productive—setting a firm foundation for the team’s season ahead.