Good morning, Honolulu.

Honolulu firefighters are still working at the scene of a wildland fire near Kapolei Commons that began Thursday night and burned 20 acres.

They reported the fire was 95% contained by 2:23 a.m. and asked residents to avoid the area—no structures were threatened.

Honolulu Police arrested Ikaika Reed in Waianae Thursday night—he was wanted since May for allegedly shooting a woman in a car.

Honolulu police arrested Ikaika Reed, a 45-year-old man, on Thursday at 11 p.m. in the Waianae area on charges linked to a May shooting in Kahuku that left a 30-year-old woman critically injured, ending a manhunt that began on May 21.

Honolulu Police arrested Ikaika Reed in Waianae Thursday night (around 11:00 p.m.) for allegedly shooting a woman in a car; further details (including pending charges) were not released.

The 50th anniversary Queen Liliʻuokalani Keiki Hula Competition started Friday as young dancers gathered to perform kahiko and ‘auana, with teams from different haumāna showcasing months of practice and family support—an effort that highlights their dedication to hula and cultural heritage. The event brings together keiki from across the islands to nurture their skills and pride in tradition.

The annual Korean Festival will be held on Aug.

2 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Honolulu Hale where traditional food, music and martial arts will be showcased along with a K-pop talent contest; organizers expect over 25,000 attendees — proceeds will support service projects of the Hawai‘i Korean Chamber of Commerce.

The John A. Burns School of Medicine held its White Coat ceremony on July 25 at the Japanese Cultural Center and welcomed 77 new medical students—14 of whom are Native Hawaiian.

Honolulu homeowners are reminded by the Department of Budget and Fiscal Services that the deadline to apply for the real property tax credit is Sept.

30, and the credit will lower 2025 property tax by using a calculation that subtracts 3% of 2024 income. Homeowners must have a home exemption for both 2025 and 2026, not own other property, and earn under $80,000—applications are available at city halls, libraries, and other designated offices.

High school surfers from Hawaii, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, and California will compete at Ala Moana Bowls during Honua Finals—the World Cup of Interscholastic Surfing—from July 31 to August 3.

A welcome event was held Friday morning at Duke’s Waikiki to mark the competition’s return.