Tobacco & Vaping Policy: Gov. Josh Green signed new Hawaii laws tightening rules on electronic smoking devices—starting Jan. 1, 2027, disposable e-cigarettes are banned, and manufacturers must certify their products are FDA-authorized, with a public directory and enforcement tools for illegal items. Homelessness & Public Health: Oahu’s homeless deaths have more than doubled over the past decade, rising to 180 in 2025; methamphetamine is implicated in about 90% of drug deaths among the homeless population, underscoring the need for mental health and treatment access. Mental Health Care Oversight: A Hawaii patient’s suicide in a South Carolina mental health facility has triggered scrutiny after state investigators cited the center for not keeping required records available on-site. Community Safety: Honolulu firefighters rescued two people and several dogs from a Kalihi house fire, with EMS treating the occupants. Youth Safety: A 2-year-old died after a horse-related incident on Kauai; the case remains under investigation. Health Education: A new warning highlights that drowning can happen in seconds and is a leading cause of death for young children, urging families to be prepared. Local Wellness Leadership: Honolulu’s street psychiatrist Dr. Chad Koyanagi was nationally recognized for outreach mental health care for people experiencing homelessness. Environment & Health: A climate report warns the Southwest Pacific is warming faster, with rising seas, ocean acidification, and marine heatwaves threatening island health, food security, and coastal communities. Indigenous & Military Tensions: Grassroots groups continue protesting RIMPAC, arguing the drills harm Hawaii’s environment and cultural future.