Hurricane Lowell Response: Gov. Josh Green ordered school and government closures across Oʻahu and Kauaʻi County (including Niʻihau) for Tuesday as Lowell neared the western islands, with hurricane-force winds, flash flooding, damaging surf, and tornado risk driving a statewide flood watch and local tornado watch. Local Government Operations: Honolulu activated its emergency operations center and set up a non-emergency call center as tropical-storm conditions were expected to hit Oʻahu Tuesday. Housing Policy: A major federal housing overhaul—the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act—now requires Hawaiʻi state and county action to cut red tape and unlock more home building. Healthcare Accountability: Court filings allege Oʻahu pediatric neurologist Dr. Gregory Yim performed unnecessary breast exams; despite complaints, the Hawaiʻi Medical Board has taken no action and he remains in practice. Aviation & Travel: Southwest began construction on its first-ever premium airport lounges, including at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, with openings targeted for late 2027. Regional Security & Diplomacy: China’s Pacific Islands Forum posture drew pushback in Palau amid renewed tensions tied to Taiwan’s participation. Public Safety Staffing: Guam is considering a Hawaii-based forensic pathologist to cover an empty chief medical examiner role, potentially starting as soon as Sept. 1.