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Russ Roberts (https://hawaiinewsdigestonline.com).
DLNR has halted any and all approvals of new commercial boating permits due to a lawsuit filed against them in 2017.
First Alert Forecast: Light winds move in today, heavy rain and thunderstorms expected on Thursday and Friday.
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Forecast: Trade winds are on cruise control
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An approaching cold front will increase the chance for rainfall during the latter half of this week.
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First Alert Forecast: Lighter winds with spotty showers moving in today, heavy rain possible on Thursday
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First Alert Forecast: Breezy winds persist today, lighter winds with spotty showers due tomorrow
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