Climate & Storm Watch: Forecasters say El Niño conditions could reshape the Pacific-wide plans of Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia, while the National Hurricane Center is tracking possible Eastern Pacific tropical development as the 2026 hurricane season ramps up. Volcano Safety: USGS Hawaii Volcano Observatory issued a VOLCANO WATCH for Kīlauea, raising the alert level as an episodic fountaining eruption could begin any time through June 1. Local Resilience: After last week’s earthquake, Hawaii County leaders will hold an in-person Waimea town meeting to address water and other community impacts. Invasive Species Threat: USGS warns invasive species are poised to spread further this summer, with Hawaii listed among states already facing major invasive pressure. Conservation & Youth: Friends of Haleakalā National Park awarded conservation scholarships to Maui-area students, including research into native-plant-based fire suppressants. Ocean Pollution Debate: A new argument over whether to “save” the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is reigniting questions about how to handle plastic accumulation in the North Pacific. Health Care Access: HMSA is shifting back to fee-for-service payments, raising fears clinics could scale back and primary care access could worsen. Energy Transition: A $241M Central Maui solar project is pushing through permitting to meet deadlines tied to expiring tax credits. Wildlife Incident: A Kauaʻi teen helped rescue a struggling koaʻe kea (white-tailed tropicbird) after spotting it offshore.