Hurricane Watch: Hurricane Fausto is strengthening in the eastern Pacific and is expected to reach Central Pacific waters late Saturday, with increasing surf possible for east-facing shores; forecasters say the storm’s track is still uncertain but models currently keep it north of Hawaiʻi. Local Schools: Hawaiʻi schools are set to reopen Aug. 3, with HIDOE rolling out a statewide cell phone policy—no phones for elementary and middle students, and restrictions for high school during instructional time—plus reminders on attendance and bus eligibility. Maui Recovery/Health: As Maui rebuilds after the 2023 fires, researchers behind the Maui Wildfire Exposure Study say they’re using long-term monitoring to build a new rural health model and better understand fire-related health risks. Aviation/Interisland: Hawaiian Airlines will move to larger 737 aircraft for interisland service by 2028, expanding seat counts and adding Wi‑Fi, as Alaska Airlines phases out the 717 fleet. Driver ID Backlash: Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi defended the new Hawaii driver’s licenses and IDs with added security features after public criticism and a petition. U.S. Military: Trump is set to attend a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base for four service members killed in the Middle East, including one identified as from Ewa Beach, Hawaiʻi.