Good morning, Honolulu.

Seven people were rescued from the ocean after nearly drowning at Zablan Beach Park on Monday, March 16 — four, including a 12-year-old boy and three men in their 20s, were hospitalized while others declined care.

Chao Phya Thai in Kaneohe lost about $50K in food when a three-day power outage hit amid statewide fluctuations — the restaurant reopened Sunday as power was restored.

Trung Lam, executive director and CEO of HTDC, is shaping Hawaiʻi’s tech economy by focusing on ocean and space industries as new competitive strengths.

He plans to turn the recent surge in local tech talent into lasting economic momentum.

HIDOE assessed storm damage across school campuses as teams inspected facilities after the Kona Low storm, and most schools reopened for staff on Monday—except Hana High, which remains closed due to debris and power loss.

Heavy rain over the weekend disrupted flights and forced travelers to stay overnight in Honolulu, prompting many to secure last-minute accommodations.

A local farm in Waimanalo faced extensive cleanup last Saturday after strong winds and heavy rain from the Kona storm caused widespread damage.

Cleanup efforts continue as local officials and community members work to restore the area (according to official reports).

Hawaii Department of Health announced that a vaccinated visitor on Oahu tested positive for measles on March 7, triggering alerts for several exposure sites including international airports and a local temple on Oahu and the Island.

Health officials will monitor for symptoms until April and urge residents to review their immunization records as measles risks grow.

Costco in Hawaii recalled its Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze kit sold between March 2 and 13 after an ingredient may be contaminated with salmonella.

Customers should return the kit for a full refund though no illnesses have been reported.

Kuakini Medical Center’s Honolulu Heart Program marked 60 years of research since it began in 1965 with over 8,000 Japanese American men participating — the study has produced over 1,000 publications that shaped research on heart and brain health.

Hawaii's men’s basketball team will face fourth-seeded Arkansas (SEC champion) in the NCAA Tournament opener scheduled for Thursday in Portland.

Arkansas won its Southeastern Conference Tournament game Sunday with an 86-75 win.