Hurricane Nolo: Category 2 storm is nearly stationary south of the Big Island, with hurricane conditions possible as early as Saturday; Hawaiʻi County remains under hurricane watch, tropical storm warning, flood watch and high surf advisories, and officials say rainfall could be life-threatening with 8–12 inches expected in eastern/southern areas. Emergency Management: President Trump approved a pre-landfall emergency declaration for Hawaii, unlocking FEMA Public Assistance at a 75% federal cost share for protective measures. Local Response: Hawaiʻi County opened multiple shelters, UH Hilo canceled or postponed weekend events, and Kohala Mountain Road saw a closure due to high winds. Infrastructure & Safety: Honolulu EMS held a traditional blessing and groundbreaking for a new Kahuku station to replace the aging North Shore facility with a larger, more functional building. Community Impact: Kauai Shrimp will close after Hurricane Lowell damage, with officials exploring whether a new operator could rebuild. Public Health/Environment: HI-5 fund tops $105 million as redemption rates decline amid limited, inconvenient redemption center access. Crime & Courts: FBI is seeking possible victims of former Moanalua girls wrestling coach Sean Sakaida, charged with child pornography; separate reports also describe a Halawa attempted murder arrest. Sports: Hawaii women’s volleyball swept New Mexico in its Mountain West opener, while Hawaii Hilo postponed a match and related events due to Nolo.