Kauai Public Safety: A newly filed TRO petition says Kauai murder suspect William “Billy” Sinclair brought “difficult” conditions to a home, alleging domestic violence, harassment, and drug activity—after police say the victim was found dead following a dispute. Local Governance: OHA is revisiting whether to buy KITV and KIKU, with a new agenda item seeking up to $172,500 for due diligence after last month’s close vote. Education & Workforce: Hawaiʻi Community College’s Kō Education Center in Honokaʻa launches “First Year Here at Kō,” offering local first-year general education with advising and tutoring for up to 20 students. Economy & Food Business: The Ulupono Fund is backing Hawaiʻi food makers with grants to use Leeward CC’s high pressure processing system, helping small producers clear costly validation testing. Environment & Research: UH is joining a $13.5 million NOAA aquaculture consortium (CIFARM) aimed at strengthening U.S. seafood supply through sustainable research and partnerships. Arts & Culture: A Honolulu exhibit, “Hawaiian Landscapes: Earth Within Us,” uses paintings and mixed media to connect geology and biology, with proceeds supporting youth conservation. Politics & Accountability: Hawaiʻi’s Department of Taxation filed criminal charges against Oʻahu real estate agent Alexander Wright Ferguson for willfully failing to file tax returns. Housing Watch: A KIDS COUNT Data Book ranks Hawaiʻi 25th overall for child well-being, but near the bottom on economic well-being, driven by housing affordability.